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Samurai Feudal Lord Real Life at a villa and spacious garden
The 12 acres of calming traditional gardens built in 1658, 350 years ago. Discover peaceful ponds, bubbling streams, mysterious shrines, tea rooms, a bamboo grove, and a mountain hiking trail. The lord's house lived in and loved by generations. World Heritage site of the influential lord's modernisation project. Take a look at Kagoshima's sophisticated crystal cut glass craftsmanship. Enjoy a variety of local and international cuisine and shopping at the lively shopping arcade, Tenmonkan.
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Take the city bus to Kgoshima feudal lord villa and spacious garden, Senganen
Kgoshima feudal lord villa and spacious garden, Senganen, the world cultural heritage site
12 acres of calming traditional gardens built in 1658, 350 years ago. Discover peaceful ponds, bubbling streams, mysterious shrines, tea rooms, a bamboo grove, and a mountain hiking trail with a panoramic view of Kagoshima Bay and the volcano beyond. Visit the house lived in and loved by generations of the Shimadzu family, using flawless Yakushima cedar cut from trees over 1,000 years old, and features a fascinating mix of Japanese, Chinese, and Western influences. Also be amazed by the history of Japan's first feudal domain that strived for modernization and take a look at Kagoshima's sophisticated crystal cut glass craftsmanship.
Take a city bus to Kagoshima' s most popular shopping district, Tenmonkan
Kagoshima' s most popular shopping district, Tenmonkan
Tenmonkan is Kagoshima's largest downtown and entertainment district, consisting of multiple shopping streets on a total of 42 streets.
One of the major features is the arch-shaped arcade, which is approximately 2km long and includes a single-roofed arcade, which serves as a countermeasure against ash fall on Sakurajima, as well as protection from rain and the strong summer sun. The nearest station, Tenmonkan-dori Tram Stop, is used by approximately 4,600 people a day, including those commuting to work, school, and tourists, making the area a lively area day and night. It is a combination of long-established stores and new stores, including restaurants serving Kagoshima's local cuisine and shochu, souvenir shops, fashion, and entertainment stores. Although its appearance has changed with the changing times, it remains a business that has continued for a long time and is a downtown area loved by many people, and is widely known as the most popular spot in southern Kyushu.
Back to your hotel or cruise ship port
End of the tour
Ending Point
At your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
transportation fee (you and the guide), lunch (you and the guide), cultural experiences.
We will use public transportation such as City view bus, City tram.
One day ticket for city view bus and city tram is 600 JPY.
Tour Important Information
We walk at a slow pace for about 1 hour or more, so comfortable shoes are preferable.
Important message from the guide
Tours are all open to any kind of arrangement. please feel free to let me know your preferences.
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
Kagoshima Tour Reviews
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!
