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Miyazaki Highlights - Private tour with guide's car
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Joined 2017
A tailor-made English-speaking private tour by car in Miyazaki, just for you.
Miyazaki, located at the southernmost of Kyushu is known as “Hinata of Nippon”, translated as “Sunny place of Japan” by its longest sunlight times of the country.
Let's explore Miyazaki to the fullest for its unique nature, culture and history!!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Aburatsu port
- I will come to pick you up at Aburatsu port, Miyazaki airport, or your hotel around Miyazaki. Please let me know your preferred spot.
Cape Toi
Located at the southernmost tip of Miyazaki, Cape Toi is well-known for the endemic horse “Misaki Uma” to the area. Enjoy driving around the hills and searching for them to say “Hello”! The spectacular view will be waiting for you as well!!
Lunch or tea / coffee break
Lunch or tea / coffee break as you like. Please let me know your preference in advance so that I will arrange it for you.
Obi castle town
The well-conserved castle town known as “little Kyoto” in Kyushu is the place to visit if you are getting fed up with the hustle and bustle towns in Japan. Nice to have a walk around the remains of historic buildings and sites from Edo period(1600s-1800s) and try the popular local snack, Obiten(deep fried fish) on the way!
Udo shrine
Uniquely set in a cave by the Pacific, the shrine has some legends concerning the 1st emperor, Jinmu. Enjoy the harmony of Shintoism and the tropical atmosphere, and don’t forget to try “Undama(good luck ball) throwing to test your luck!!
Aburatsu port, Miyazaki airport, or your hotel around Miyazaki.
Back to Aburatsu port, Miyazaki airport, or your hotel around Miyazaki.
Ending Point
Aburatsu port, Miyazaki airport, or your hotel around Miyazaki.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
-Transport (Suzuki Hustler, 4 seater for 1-3 guests. Toyota Voxy, 8 seater for 4-8 guests)
-Gasoline
-Parking
-Guide
-Lunch or tea break
-Entrance fee for Obi castle town (¥800 per person)
Tour Important Information
There are much more spots in Miyazaki where you may be interested in. Please let me know your preferences and interests so that I will suggest other destinations to create your tour.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Eiji K.
Hi I'm Eiji, an English-speaking tour guide in Kagoshima and Amami Oshima.
Born in Tokyo and left the bustling capital when I was 22 years old with my little backpack. After spent my youth to see and experience the world, more than 25 countries in total, and lived in several areas of Japan, such as Yakushima, Izu, Kochi, and Amami Oshima. Now, I’m based in Kagoshima, still have a wanderlust…
Since 2010, I have worked as an English-speaking tour guide in Japan, for INTREPID TRAVEL for 3 years, as a sea kayak tour guide in Izu for 3 years, and as a self-employed in Amami Oshima for 9 years, love to show people around my favorite places.
My interests are traveling, birding, playing with nature, and cooking as well...
I'm looking forward to sharing our time together!!
Reviews
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Mike T.
“Kagoshima Hihjlights Shore Excursion with Eiji”
We booked a tour with Eiji, labelled as Kagoshima Highlights, and slightly modified it to remove items of little interest. Eiji was ready and waiting for us by the information desk in the cruise terminal, and after introductions, we were on the move to visit Sengan-en, a historic Japanese garden and former residence of the Shimazu clan. The drive took around 40 minutes, and we easily beat all the ship's tours, so it was relatively empty when we arrived. It was a really nice place to visit with its beautiful gardens and house, complete with a spectacular view of Sakurajima. The house dates back to the 1700s and, with the gardens, is now a UNESCO Heritage site. Once we had finished our tour, it was back in the car for a quick photo stop at Shiroyama Park observatory, which provided a great panorama of Kagoshima town and Sakurajima. It was then back to Kagoshima for a spot of lunch, which was in a little vegan cafe called Cafe Indigo and run by a lady single-handedly. It's a set meal which started with soup, then followed by a platter of vegan Japanese bites. It was really tasty, and Nicole was chuffed to bits with it. She even had a Soy Chai tea for the first time, and Eiji, who has a keen interest in food, accepted our invitation to join us, seemed to be impressed with the offerings. From there, it was a 10-minute walk to the ferry, where we enjoyed the 15-minute ride to Sakurajima. On arrival, we took a nice walk along part of the Nagisa Lava Trail and experienced some more great panoramas of Kagoshima and the volcano. On the return leg, Nicole took the opportunity to take the foot bath in Sakurajima Yogan Nagisa Park afterwards. Before taking the ferry back, we took a look around the visitor's centre, which was a short walk from the ferry terminal. Eiji then brought us back to the ship, where we thanked him for the day and said our goodbyes. We can thoroughly recommend Eiji, he is great company and was able to provide us with a memorable day in Kagoshima
Alice M.
“Amazing day tour of Kagoshima with Eiji!”
My husband and I had such a lovely visit in Kagoshima, and it was largely due to our tour with Eiji. He took us to awesome spots he knew we would like, and was a great driver and articulate tour guide. He's also super cool to hang out with! It was like hanging out with a friend. It was so much fun, and we'd book a tour with him again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend a tour of the Mars whisky distillery! Thanks, Eiji!
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Eiji K.
Thank you for coming to my tour in Kagoshima, Alice. Very happy to hear that you enjoyed the day a lot. I also enjoyed sharing our time together, chatting about a lot of things. You are such a nice & easy, laid back couple, I found. Hope you will be back to Japan and have fun together again :) Arigato! Eiji
Jung soo L.
“Visit to Sengan-en in the morning and Sakurajima in the afternoon. ”
Mr Eiji is an excellent guide with a great manner and a deep knowledge on the Japanese history. We have got the very insightful information and enjoyed the tour both destinations today.
Eiji K.
Thank you for coming to my tour, Jung Soo-san! Very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour a lot. I also enjoyed sharing our time together. You and your friends had very easygoing vibes which helped me a lot and made me want to visit your country again! Enjoy your stay in Kagoshima! Arigato!! Eiji
$249/ per group
More tours by Eiji K.
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Kagoshima Highlights - Sakurajima exploring & Sengan-en garden strolling
Easy to start from Marine Port Kagoshima and the downtown, Kagoshima Highlights include 2 must-go destinations in the area. At Sakurajima, you can feel up the active volcano close and enjoy the foot bath for refreshing. Hop on a ferry and you will get there in 15 minutes!! Visit Sengan-en garden, well-conserved feudal lord's garden from Edo period (1600s-1800s) for the great view of Sakurajima and the unique history and culture of the area. Let's enjoy Kagoshima to the fullest together!!
Kagoshima Highlights - Sakurajima exploring & Sengan-en garden strolling
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Chiran Samurai Residence Gardens & Chiran Peace Museum with private car
Let's visit Chiran, the peaceful southern town in Kagoshima, for the famous Samurai gardens and Peace museum! At Samurai residence gardens, you can enjoy strolling around the variety of Japanese gardens preserved from Edo period(1600s-1800s). At Peace museum, you can learn about Kamikaze pilots in Chiran during WW2. The exhibits include the photographs of 1306 pilots. On the way back to the starting point, we will stop at Bakken hill for the panoramic view of Mt. Kaimon and tea terraces.
Chiran Samurai Residence Gardens & Chiran Peace Museum with private car
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Kagoshima Culture Tour - Miyama pottery village & Satsuma Kiriko glassworks
Because Kagoshima is the southernmost prefecture of Japan except for Okinawa, the region has been open toward the south and the west outside of the country and accepted different culture from oversea since long ago. That’s why a variety of unique culture was developed in Kagoshima, and the craftsmen and the artisans of the region have been conserving their traditions for generations. Why don't you take a glimpse of the unique culture while you are Kagoshima!!
Kagoshima Culture Tour - Miyama pottery village & Satsuma Kiriko glassworks
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Kagoshima Crane Watching Tour (Nov. - Feb.)
Let's visit Izumi town, located at the west side of Kagoshima prefecture, where is a well-known area for the biggest migration of cranes in Japan. The number of the migratory cranes can be over 10.000 at the peak in January. Even if you are not a birder, it’s a must-see symbolic thing in winter in Kagoshima!!
Kagoshima Crane Watching Tour (Nov. - Feb.)
Other Popular Car Tour (driving guide) Tours in Miyazaki
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Aoshima and Nichinan Coast half-day tour
We start at one of the greatest attractions in Southern Japan, magnificent Aoshima beach and its historical shrine, plus a chance to visit some local shops and tropical gardens. Then, we drive down the beautiful Nichinan seaside coastal road with several recommended seascape photo ops (Horikiri Pass, Futo no Totoro) along the way, to the mysterious and atmospheric Udo Shrine, built into a cliff rock face above the crashing sea before returning to Miyazaki City.
Aoshima and Nichinan Coast half-day tour
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The Nichinan Coast: Aoshima, Udo, and Obi (full day by car)
This full day car tour takes in the beautiful Nichinan Coast, combining spectacular scenery, architecture, and history. We start at Aoshima Beach, known for its island shrine, botanical gardens, and sub-tropical scenery. Then we drive the wild Nichinan Coast, w/plenty of photo ops, to the mysterious Udo Jingu (shrine), precariously carved into seaside rock face. Then, on to the preserved samurai/merchant houses in the castle town of Obi, where coffee can be enjoyed in 300-year old surroundings.
The Nichinan Coast: Aoshima, Udo, and Obi (full day by car)
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Inohae Valley Therapy Hike in Miyazaki
Located an hour drive from Miyazaki downtown, Inohae valley is a hidden spot for “forest bathing” by walking on a trail along a river and up through rows of evergreen oaks. The valley is also known as a treasure trove of mosses, 300 of the 1.800 species that grow in Japan can be found here, as well as the endemic wild wife to Japan such as reptiles, amphibians, and birds. Let's enjoy hiking and forest bathing at the valley for taking a breather from the bustling town!!
Inohae Valley Therapy Hike in Miyazaki
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Kirishima: Ikoma Plateau and the Ebino Volcanic Area
This full day car tour takes in some of the best mountain scenery in Japan, rarely visited by foreigners. First we drive 1.5 hours to the Ikoma Plateau, known for its views and seasonal blossoming of colorful flowers. After strolling the fields, we drive our way up to the summit into an active volcanic area where we can walk around the 'hells' spouting unusual rock formations, a great place for lunch or even a hot spring dip! On the return trip we can stop by a popular farmer's local market.
Kirishima: Ikoma Plateau and the Ebino Volcanic Area