Maximize your time in this tropical paradise by experiencing its vibrant nature and deep-rooted culture! Stroll through a southern island-style Japanese garden, see how the world-renowned textile Ōshima Tsumugi is made, join craft workshops such as natural dyeing or weaving, and taste local dish, Keihan (Amami-style chicken rice).
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel (Primary)
- Hotel in Kagoshima Chuo Station and Tenmonkan area / or Cruise ship port (Alternatively)
Amami no Sato
-Garden Walk
Discover a traditional thatched-roof house, tropical plants such as palms and ferns, and a beautifully designed Japanese landscape garden.
Oshima Tsumugi Museum
Immerse yourself in the world of Ōshima Tsumugi and discover how its intricate, painting-like patterns are created. You can watch artisans weaving right before your eyes, and if you wish, you can even try weaving yourself.
Handkerchief Dyeing Workshop (Optional)
Enjoy creating your own handkerchief. From circles and hearts to unique patterns, children explore freely while adults get absorbed in design. The joy of unfolding your finished work is unforgettable.
* We need to book in advance. Please confirm the details before you book the tour.
Lunch
Savor Keihan, a signature Amami dish of rice topped with colorful ingredients. Rich chicken broth with full of natural collagen simmered from bones for hours will not only warms your body but also brings a healthy glow to your skin!
*For variety, you cay also choose tonkatsu (pork cutlet), tuna cutlet, or a vegetarian option.
End of the tour
Ending Point
Chuo Station / Tenmonkan Area
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
- guide fee
- entrance fee
- lunch
- workshop fee
- transportation
* Please contact me in advance to confirm availability on your preferred date. During high season, the handkerchief dyeing workshop may be fully booked.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
* This tour is wheelchair accessible.
I fell in love with Kagoshima the moment I set foot here, and it's been five years. I’m a national government licensed tour guide.
Kagoshima is a perfect blend of stunning nature and rich culture. We can see the majestic Sakurajima volcano from the city to feel the powerful natural force. Kagoshima was home to major Meiji Restoration figures, so history lovers will find plenty to explore. And of course, the food is incredible—famous for Kurobuta (Berkshire pork), Satsuma-age (fried fish cakes), and Shochu (a local distilled spirit).
I love eating, cooking, doing outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, and camping, telling stories of people who made Kagoshima what it is today.
If you wish, I would be happy to customize a tour and plan your perfect itinerary.
I look forward to sharing wonderful Kagoshima with you and making unforgettable memories together!
Joyceline K.
“Our day wth Hoshie K”
Great experience. Hoshie.K met us at the boat terminal at the agreed time. This tour was our shortest one in Japan and South Korea. We spent our morning strolling thru beautiful gardens. We also did some Tie Dying and had a great traditional lunch. Hoshie was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Thank you Hoshie for a great time, see you next time I’m in Japan
$344/ per group