In search of the key to open Kagoshima's treasure chest!
Joined 2023
Kagoshima is blessed with many volcanoes, a mild climate and a lot of rain.
People have survived on barren volcanic ash plateaus.
Currently, the agricultural production is the highest in Japan and marine resources are also abundant.
Relatively close ancestors started the industrial revolution along with the social revolution for modernization in Japan.
Western countries hailed this as an oriental miracle.
Please enjoy the trip to find many of Kagoshima's secret keys.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Hotel
I will wait for you with GoWithGuide logo.
Terukuni Shrine
Terukuni Shrine is the largest shrine in Kagoshima, built to honor the achievements of Nariakira Shimazu.You can also enjoy how to wash your hands, how to pray, and omikuji fortune slip.
Goromon Gate, Tsurumaru Castle Ruins
Tsurumaru castle ruins and reconstructed Goromon gate.The rebuilding of the Goromon Gate was made possible by donations from local governments and residents, as well as large pillars donated by Gifu Prefecture.
Senganen
Shimazu villa and its garden.
This is where Japan's industrial revolution began.
Kagoshima City Aquarium
Found on the coast of Kagoshima Prefecture and exhibited marine creatures. During dolphin time, you can enjoy dolphin shows.
Tenmonkan arcade shopping
Here are also souvenirs of special products of Kagoshima Prefecture.
Kagoshima City Meiji Restoration Museum
You can see exhibits related to the Meiji Restoration and movies about young people studying abroad.
Drop off at hotel
Thank you
Ending Point
Drop off at hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, hotel pick-up.
transportation fee (you and the guide), lunch, dinner, entrance fee, etc...
Tour Important Information
You can discover whether citizens respect the geniuses who started the industrial revolution and the heroes of the social revolution, and whether they are trying to leave their achievements to future generations.That is Kagoshima's treasure chest.
You can experience how the lively Kagoshima people lived there, how they overcame the harsh natural conditions.
You can experience how Japan's industrial revolution began and how it promoted the social revolution.
Important message from the supplier
Please contact me with 2 days notice.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Moriaki A.
Hello, I am a retired captain of a commuter airline, with over 40 years of experience and over 22,400 flight hours focused on providing safe and comfortable travel. I have had the opportunity to visit various countries, including Japan, the United States, China, Taiwan, South Korea, and the Philippines.
After retiring, I worked as a volunteer guide for city walks in Kagoshima for eight years and obtained my certification as a certified guide for the World Heritage Sites in Kagoshima Prefecture. The joy of traveling overseas is getting to know different cultures, languages, and the unique lifestyles and food cultures of the people. However, what is most valuable to me are the memories made meeting people during travels.
During my career, I focused on safely and comfortably transporting passengers. Today, I aim to continue a job that brings travelers fun and memorable experiences. I am committed to being a reliable guide for everyone and providing memorable trips.
Reviews
Danny R.
“Kagoshima Volcano”
Moriaki was punctual and very accommodating. Getting off Celebrity Millenium took an extra hour because of Japanese customs inspection for all passengers since our ship spent a day in S Korea. We took the ferry with the car that Moriaki rented for 4 guests. The ferry was easy and we drove to volcano viewing area. Very cool thing to see. Later on, spent time at garden area and watched volcano spew large volume of smoke. Moriaki’s English was ok and he knows his city well. Thx Moriaki. 5 stars
Moriaki A.
Thank you for your kind review. I will try to improve my passable English even a little. And I would like to further convey the charm of Kagoshima. I think you were very lucky to be able to see the smoke rising from Sakurajima at Sengan-en. If you have the opportunity, I hope you will come back to Kagoshima and explore even more of its charm. Thank you very much.
Susan H.
“He was lovely ”
It was a nice tour
Moriaki A.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I would be very happy if this helps you to create even a few more wonderful memories of your trip. Please come to Kagoshima again if you have the opportunity. Thank you very much.
Robert B.
“Great Experience but hard to understand”
We went to Chiran and Senganen. Both are worth seeing. Our guide was super nice and accommodating, but hard to understand. He doesn’t have a very loud voice, so almost impossible to understand while driving in car. At sites, it was better but still hard. He was very knowledgeable of cultural site st Senganen garden and we especially enjoyed learning more about industrial part of history. We also really enjoyed seeing the glass blowing factory at the garden. Not part of official tour, but it was really interesting. Moriaki is a nice and personable guide that really tries to please you.
Moriaki A.
Thank you very much for your kind review. I regret that my voice was difficult to hear inside the car. From now on, I will speak louder and more clearly. The World Heritage Site of Sengan-en is the main theme of my guide license, so I am glad that you enjoyed it. Thank you for enjoying the tour of the Satsuma Kiriko cut glass factory more than I expected. I felt proud that Japan's industrial revolution, started by Shimazu Nariakira, was not just about cannons and machinery, but also about the creation of beautiful objects. Above all, I am glad that you enjoyed my tour and that you have added another good memory to your life. Thank you very much.
$308/ per group
More tours by Moriaki A.
Half-day Highlights of Kagoshima City,Car Tour (driving guide).
Kagoshima is blessed with many volcanoes, a mild climate and a lot of rain. People have survived on barren volcanic ash plateaus. Currently, the agricultural products are number one in Japan every year and marine resources are also abundant. Relatively close ancestors started the industrial revolution along with the social revolution for modernization in Japan. Western countries hailed this as an oriental miracle. Please enjoy the trip to find many of Kagoshima's secret keys with me in my car!
Night hopping with Izakaya food and drink then karaoke snacks.
We will help you enjoy a delicious and fun dinner in an unfamiliar city. Kagoshima is the number one agricultural producing prefecture in Japan. It is rich in delicious Japanese black beef, black pork, black Satsuma chicken, farmed amberjack and sea bream, and other seafood, as well as fresh vegetables. Enjoy karaoke while tasting a variety of Satsuma shochu hot water in Tenmonkan, the largest downtown area in southern Kyushu.
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