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Katsurahama Beach

Kochi · Kochi · Contemporary Art

Japanese name: 桂浜と月の名所

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Katsurahama Beach
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WHAT TO DOKatsurahama Beach

A beach of many-coloured pebbles, long famous for moon viewing, with Ryoma's statue facing the sea.

WHEREKochi

Central · Kochi

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A beach of many-coloured pebbles, long famous for moon viewing, with Ryoma's statue facing the sea.

About this place

Katsurahama (Japanese: 桂浜; lit. 'Katsura Beach') is a beach in Kōchi, Japan, located on Urado Bay and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It is a local recreation spot known for its statue of Sakamoto Ryōma overlooking the beach.

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Key facts

Founded / opened:Edo period Highlights / collection:Five-colour pebbles, Beach praised in poetry as a moon-viewing spot Genre:Outdoor art and land art

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