The shochu production season runs from late August to November, the same time as when fresh sweet potatoes are harvested. By witnessing the delicate manufacturing process and huge tanks that go into making shochu, you will deepen your respect to the brewers and your love for shochu.
Rose Garden Kanoya is Japan's largest rose garden, with 35,000 roses planted on a vast 8ha site. Rose Festivals are held in spring, late April to June and fall, late October to early December.
at your hotel, cruise ship port or Kagoshima central station
include 15 minutes ferry ride
One way ferry fare for per person is 200JPY, for a car 1,330JPY.
stop at the Arimura observatory and drive through the lava road
Rose Garden Kanoya is Japan's largest rose garden, with 35,000 roses planted on a vast 8ha site. The Kanoya Rose Festival is held in spring and fall, when the roses are in full bloom. In particular, the spring flowering season takes advantage of Kagoshima's warm climate, and it is the first in the country to reach full bloom around Golden Week in May every year.
Spring rose season is from late April to late June. All the roses in the garden are in full bloom! This is the only time you can enjoy climbing roses!
Autumn rose season is from late October to early December. The colors become more vivid as the temperature drops. Feel the color and scent of each flower!
After strolling through the gardens, enjoy a lunch of specialty pork and beef at Kuton, a local restaurant with panoramic views.
The shochu production season runs from late August to November, the same time as when fresh sweet potatoes are harvested. By witnessing the delicate manufacturing process and huge tanks that go into making shochu, you will deepen your respect to the brewers and your love for shochu.
"Tradition and Challenge" to deliver delicious shochu: by inheriting the wisdom and tradition of brewery's long history and exploring new flavors that meet modern needs, being gained the support of many customers.
include 40 minutes ferry ride
One way ferry fare for per person is 500JPY, for a car 1900JPY
at your hotel, cruise ship port or Kagoshima central station.
guide fee
Transportation : Up to 8 people, you can charter a jumbo taxi for 48,000 JPY.
The one-way Sakurajima ferry fare : per person is 200JPY, a jumbo taxi is 2,390JPY.
The one-way Tarumizu ferry fare : per peraon is 500JPy, a jumbo taxi is 2,750JPY.
The entrance fee to the Rose Garden is 630 JPY per person.
Lunch costs about 2000 JPY.
This tour involves some walking, make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Tours are all open to any kind of arrangement. please feel free to let me know your preferences.
Lindsey M.
Highlights of Kagoshima city, Sakurajima and Sengan-en Garden
“Wonderful day in kagoshima”
Hitomi was a wonderful guide! Unfortunately we didn’t have great weather but she certainly made the most of it and was very flexible to our schedule due to weather. She also took us to the best lunch we have had in Japan. Would absolutely recommend!
Hitomi A.
(4 reviews)Thank you very much for your wonderful review! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed Kagoshima and Wagyu beef yakiniku. I also enjoyed guiding you around Senganen Cat shrine. By now you are definitely having a great time with your beloved cat and dog. with many thanks.
“Hidden Sakurajima”
Due to circumstances the plan was changed but Hitomi was quick to adapt. As it was cloudy we could not see the top of Sakurajima but still learnt a lot at the visitor Center. The highlight though was the wagyu lunch as it pleased some tough critics. Hoping to come back again and hopefully see the full view of Sakurajima.
Hitomi A.
(4 reviews)Thank you for your tour review. I really like the title "Hidden Sakurajima'' and the phrase "some tough critics." I thought there was only one tough critic, but there were actually some! you are such a great writer. It was a shame that the weather and the cherry blossoms weren't in bloom yet, but I'm glad you enjoyed the Wagyu Yakiniku. Continue your wonderful cruise ship journey! Please come back to Kagoshima again! Also, please give my best wishes to each and every member of your family. .
“Sakurajima”
Two of us had a nice visit to Sakurajima with Hitomi. She was very pleasant, engaging and informative with a nice sense of humor. Definitely five star guide.
Hitomi A.
(4 reviews)Thank you for your too good review! Your words are a great honor to me. You people respect each other and you have broad and deep perspectives and actions. I had a very memorable and touching day with you. Thank you again for everything!