Kagoshima Private Car Tours

“Sakurajima and Chiran Peace Museum and Samurai District”

We are a group of 4 adults from Singapore on a Japan cruise holiday stopping in Kagoshima for a day. Mr Eiji K was our private guide in Kagoshima. Eiji-san is a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, with a very pleasant and friendly personality. He speaks very fluent English, communicates well and has a good sense of humour. He is punctual and covers the itinerary of our tour very efficiently with due consideration to our cruise ship's departure time from the port. Due to rainy weather condition, we decided, after visiting Sakurajima, to skip the Sengan-en Garden strolling part of our tour and instead requested Eiji-san to take us to the nearby small town of Chiran to visit the Peace Museum (history of Kamikaze pilots) and the Samurai District. Eiji-san was very flexible and amenable to switch the itinerary, although the driving distance from Sakurajima was quite far and knowing the change would result in our agreed tour time period being exceeded. Both these places were surprisingly very interesting and educational although they are not well advertised in travel websites. The mini-van used for our trip was very comfortable, clean and safe. Overall, we had a very enjoyable day with Eiji-san as our guide. We highly recommend Mr Eiji K as a private guide for Kagoshima. CH Koh Singapore

Eiji K.

(30 reviews)

Thank you for the great review, Choon-san! Very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour a lot :) I hope you will keep on your journey safe and enjoyable. Hope we will see each other in the future. Arigato! Eiji

“Half day tour to Chiran from Kagoshima ”

Moriaki A. met our group of 3 couples at the Kagoshima Cruise Terminal and drove us in comfort to Chiran whilst noting district highlights along the way. We loved the tranquility and beauty of the Chiran Samurai Residences and Gardens and Moriaki’s commentary added to our experience. We then travelled to the Chiran Peace Museum and Park. Moriaki added to our understanding of the displays and translated as needed. He ensured we were at the Museum for the feature film explaining more about the kamikaze pilots. We enjoyed a wonderful tour that was both informative and at a relaxed pace. As expected it was hard to hear Moriaki in the back of the vehicle - maybe a microphone might help. Arigato gozaimasu Moriaki

Moriaki A.

(17 reviews)

Suzanne-san Thank you so much for your prompt and wonderful comment. It would be the greatest pleasure if everyone enjoyed it. I pray that the message from the Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots will lead to world peace. Thank you very much. I will consider using a microphone. Kagoshima still has many attractive spots. I look forward to you enjoying Kagoshima at your leisure again if you have the opportunity. Moriaki A

“Sini made our day”

Wonderful trip today in Kagoshima… Sini made it so memorable. So easy so knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. If you’re here she’s your lady

Sini T.

(29 reviews)

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a true pleasure hosting you during your cruise stop in Kagoshima. I’m thrilled that you enjoyed our journey. I especially loved our time exploring the Chiran Samurai District and the poignant Peace Museum. It’s great to hear that my "secret timing" worked—avoiding the bus crowds! Wishing you a wonderful rest of your cruise. You’re always welcome back to Kagoshima! Best regards, Sini