Near the exit at the end of the express way in Shimanto township, there is a crowed place. Some people … More
Tag: Shimanto River
Dear Bear, From Dabada
Once upon a time, there was a bear which was kept in a bar in a big city. One night, … More
Local Produce and Consumption
Here is Shimanto city, my grandmother’s home. Kochi in March, in the early morning around 4 o’clock, chickens are clucking,and … More
Hammerhead shark
by S.Y. Introduction A common Hammerhead shark is living the coast of the warm seas of the world. And they … More
Japanese Squirrel: Sciurus lis
by M. Fujimoto Introduction The number of Sciurus lis is becoming fewer every year. As a kind with fear of … More
Benkeigani: Chiromanates dehani
by K. Saito Introduction Chiromanates dehaani is one kind of crab in fresh water. They are called “KURO BENKEIGANI” in … More
Akame: Lates japonicus
There are different Japanese names for this species: Mehikari in Tokusima, Minouo in Kochi, Maruka in Miyazaki , and Kawanube … More
Ayu: Plecoglossus altivelis altivelis
In summer, if you go to upper reaches of a river, you may see many anglers who have very long … More
Ruddy Kingfisher
“Akasyoubin” are kind of kingfisher and range over the forest and can be seen as a summer bird In Japan. … More
Spotted Mackerel
The spotted mackerel‘s total length is 50cm. It is a sea fish. The body is a long and slender spindle … More