Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For many visitors, it happens at Kotohira.

Kotohira may not be as popular as other cities in Japan, but don’t let that fool you. Kotohira is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination.

You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Kotohira.

If you have plans to visit Japan and are not sure if Kotohira should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Kotohira and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.