Kagoshima Private Tours

“A Thoughtful and Personalized Day in Kagoshima with Sini”

We had a wonderful day exploring Kagoshima with Sini, whose English name is Tiffany. She was a very kind, caring, and attentive guide who made us feel well looked after throughout the entire tour. Her ability to speak English, Japanese, Mandarin, and Cantonese was also incredibly helpful and made communication easy for our group. Although the weather on the day of our tour was not ideal, Sini handled everything beautifully and adjusted our itinerary so we could still have the best possible experience. She was flexible, thoughtful, and very accommodating to our preferences, which made the day feel personal rather than rushed or generic. One of the highlights was visiting the observatory to see the active volcano, Mt. Sakurajima, followed by the relaxing foot baths. It was such a unique and memorable experience, and Sini took care of the little details that made it even better — including providing towels for us to dry our feet afterward. We also visited the Samurai Garden, which was beautiful and absolutely worth seeing. Sini’s kindness, care, and attention to detail made our time in Kagoshima very special. For anyone wanting to experience Kagoshima in a more personal and tailored way, rather than joining a large tour group or cruise ship excursion, Sini is a wonderful guide to spend the day with.

“A Warm and Personal Day in Kagoshima with Sini”

We were two couples visiting Kagoshima for one day during our cruise stop, and Sini made the whole day very comfortable, personal and easy for us. She welcomed us warmly at the cruise terminal, and from the beginning everything felt relaxed and well organized. Together we took the ferry to the volcanic island near Kagoshima, where she drove us around and showed us the area in a very pleasant way. She also included some nice walking parts, so we could experience the places more closely. One of the special moments was when she brought us to a hot spring foot bath in a park, where local people come to rest and soak their feet. Sini had even prepared small towels for each of us, which was such a thoughtful and hospitable detail. Back in Kagoshima, she drove us through the city, took us to see the statue of the last samurai, and also brought us up to a viewpoint where we could enjoy a beautiful city view from above. Later, she helped us choose an interesting local restaurant, and at the end she brought us safely back to our cruise ship. Sini is a very kind, gentle and attentive person. We really felt that she wanted to give us as much as possible and make our day special. With her car and personal care, the tour even felt a little like a VIP experience — we could simply relax, enjoy the views and even have a beer along the way. We are very grateful for her kindness, hospitality and warm personality. We can highly recommend Sini to anyone visiting Kagoshima.

Sini T.

(34 reviews)

Dear Domen, thank you for such a lovely review! It was such a surprise and a joy to hear from you.I’m thrilled that you felt like you had a "VIP experience" — that is exactly what I hope for all my guests! I had a great time driving you around and sharing the stories of my city. The foot bath is one of my favorite local spots, and I’m so glad the towels came in handy.Helping you find a local restaurant and seeing you off at the cruise terminal are fond memories for me. Thank you for being so kind and easy-going.I wish you all the best in your future travels. Please come back and see me again in Kagoshima! (Sini)

“Chiran Tour with Yaron”

You MUST do this tour ! Absolutely fabulous day with many hidden gems from Yaron himself. He is a wonderful guide, easy going, great english, loves taking photos for you and helpful in every way. So much better than a cruise ship tour. Do it - you won't regret it. Thank you Yaron, so glad we met you. Jo and family,

Yaron P.

(15 reviews)

Dear Jo and family! Thank you so much for your warm recommendation! This area, as you saw, is so rich in nature, history, culture, and good food. I only wish we had a bit more time together. I hope you’ll visit Japan again, and if you return to Kyushu—whether on a cruise or for a longer trip—we would be happy to show you even more beautiful and hidden places. Warm regards, Yaron