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Susaki須崎市
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Susaki for its riverside festivals, Daizen‑ji temple and coastal views; add a night if you want local B&Bs.
Susaki is a small coastal town in Kochi Prefecture (≈20 000 residents). Its main draws are seasonal festivals (August‑September), Daizen‑ji temple, Otonashi shrine and scenic coastal routes. With an hourly JR train and limited bus service, a day‑trip from Kochi city works, but an overnight stay lets you enjoy the market and local inns.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Aug–Sep (festivals), Feb–Mar (cherry blossoms)
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, humidity) for walking
- Airport
- KCZ
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Susaki110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Susaki, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetySusaki is low‑risk; watch for limited public transport schedules and occasional steep mountain roads.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKCZ Kochi Ryōma Airport (Bus or rental car about 1 h to Susaki).
- Getting aroundJR Dosan Line stops at Susaki (≈1 h from Kochi).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealThursday market snack (local produce)¥300–¥600 (≈ US$3–5)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from station to Otonashi shrinecheck¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person¥3,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedBusiness hotel double, a night, per room¥11,000 (≈ US$75)
- High-end bedBusiness hotel double, a night, per room¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KCZ Kochi Ryōma Airport (Bus or rental car about 1 h to Susaki)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Feb
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
May
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Care
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Best: Feb–Mar, Sep. Mixed: Aug. Avoid: Jul. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C) low), wettest Jun (13 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Susaki: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
6 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
5 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Apr
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11 rd
Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Dec
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Dosan Line stops at Susaki (≈1 h from Kochi). Trains run about once per hour; check the timetable. Buses are infrequent and may not stop close to attractions. Rental cars are available at Susaki station or the nearby gas station; bicycles can be hired at Machikado gallery.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Shimanto City
goDoor to door: ≈1 h including walk
JR Dosan Line, about 45 min north
River scenery and historic streets
Cape Ashizuri
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Rental car, 1 h 15 min drive
Coastal cliffs and lighthouse
Door to door: ≈1 h 30 min
JR limited express, 1 h from Susaki
Day‑trip for city attractions; longer travel
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Susaki Prince Hotel
Central, near station, offers Western‑style rooms
Business Hotel Torigoe
Budget option with simple B&B service
Yanagiya Ryokan
Traditional ryokan with onsen
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–¥8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–¥12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Business hotel double1 × 1 night × ¥11,000 | ¥11,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥16,000 |
| Rental car (day) with insurance2 × ¥8,000 · check | ¥16,000 |
| Uranouchi bay boat ticket2 × ¥3,500 · check | ¥7,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥5,000 |
| Trip total≈ ¥27,500 per person per day, bed included | ¥55,000≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and JR passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Katsuo no tataki (grilled bonito) | ¥800–¥1,200 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Thursday market snack (local produce) | ¥300–¥600 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Taxi from station to Otonashi shrinecheck | ¥3,500 (≈ US$25) |
| Boat on Uranouchi bay (one way)check | ¥2,500–¥3,500 (≈ US$17–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train frequency is low – plan around the hourly schedule.
- Buses may not reach Otonashi shrine (stop >1 km (0.6 mi) away).Buses may not reach Otonashi shrine (stop >0.6 mi (1 km) away).
- Taxi from station to Otonashi shrine costs ~¥3 500; consider a car rental.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese emergency numbers above.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- JR Susaki → Kochi (limited express): about ¥2,500 (≈ US$17) one‑way, 1 h (check)
- Taxi Susaki station → Otonashi shrine: ≈¥3,500 one‑way (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- バス停はどこですか？ — Where is the bus stop? (basu tei wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Susaki. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Aug–Sep (festivals), Feb–Mar (cherry blossoms) · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, humidity) for walking · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car‑rental day pass for flexible access to coastal sites.
- Combine Susaki night stay with a boat cruise on Uranouchi bay.
Sources
Ask about Susaki
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