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Moriaki A.

I will dye my gray hair from time to time

Sakurajima seen from the inner bay of Kinko Bay.

A group of young Satsuma statues in front of Kagoshima Chuo Station.

Kagoshima Private Tour - On the sidewalk at the Kajiya-cho intersection, there are bronze statues of young boys of Tsugumichi Saigo, Iwao Oyama, and Gonbei Yamamoto. There are seven bronze statues of historical figures called Tokishirube in the city.

On the sidewalk at the Kajiya-cho intersection, there are bronze statues of young boys of Tsugumichi Saigo, Iwao Oyama, and Gonbei Yamamoto. There are seven bronze statues of historical figures called Tokishirube in the city.

In front of Kagoshima Chuo Station The City View Bus circles the city in a clockwise direction.

Sakurajima and Kagoshima City seen from Shiroyama Observatory.

t is a miniature doll of Ohara Matsuri displayed at Kagoshima City Hall Annex.

Sakurajima seen from a parking lot in Kagoshima city.

Kagoshima Private Tour - Statue of Takamori Saigo Installed in 1937. The artist is Teru Ando, who was born in Kagoshima, and the first Hachiko statue in Shibuya is also the work of this artist.

Statue of Takamori Saigo Installed in 1937. The artist is Teru Ando, who was born in Kagoshima, and the first Hachiko statue in Shibuya is also the work of this artist.

Mitarai well (tap water) at Terukuni Shrine.

A statue of Nariakira Shimazu.

Main hall of Terukuni Shrine More than 300,000 pilgrims gather every year for New Year's visit.

Row of cherry blossom trees along the Kotsuki River.

Tsurumaru Castle Goromon gate.

Tsurumaru castle wall

Ijinkan A lodging house for British engineers built at the end of the Edo period.

Tsurumaru Castle Goromon gate

Senganen Garden

Ijinkan A lodging house for British engineers built at the end of the Edo period.

The World Heritage Reference Room in Sengan-en.

In front of the old machine shop.

Reverberatory furnace.

Tin gate.

Otorii of Terukuni Shrine.

Saikaku at Terukuni Shrine A votive tree of Inumaki from the time when Nariakira Shimazu lived.

Terukuni Shrine Treasure Museum.

Kagoshima City Aquarium Nickname is Iwo World.

Sakurajima ferry seen from the aquarium

Aquarium waterway It also serves as a resting pool for dolphins.

Aquarium dolphin pool.

Terukuni Shrine Terukuni Inari Shrine.

Passageway in Terukuni Shrine

Terukuni Shrine Fortune slip Giving Office.

Terukuni Fortune slip There is English notation.

Main hall of Terukuni Shrine

Kagoshima City Fish Market

Kagoshima City Fish Market A fresh sashimi set meal at the market cafeteria.

Takamibaba intersection Kabayama Sukenori and Kuroda Kiyotaka Speak a lot.

Senserus Building There is a restaurant on the 2nd floor, Senbero (a course where you can get drunk for 1,000 yen?).

Senserus Building There are restaurants on the 2nd floor.

Centerus building 4 and 5th floor Kagoshima City Library.

Kagoshima City Furusato Market Special product corner on the second floor.

Tenmonkan Center Terrace Building.

Tenmonkan Center Terrace Building 2nd floor Gacha corner.

Joined 2023

Moriaki A.

4.71 / 5

(14 reviews)

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English, Japanese (Native)

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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.

Important

Please contact me with 2 days notice.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

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!

Half-day Highlights of Kagoshima City,Car Tour (driving guide).

FROM$77/ per person

Kagoshima

8 hours

In search of the key to open Kagoshima's treasure chest!

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.

In search of the key to open Kagoshima's treasure chest!

FROM$288/ per group

Kagoshima

3 hours

Enjoying the Night at Tenmonkan.

Enjoy authentic Japanese karaoke while eating local sushi and snacks. All-you-can-drink shochu (distilled liquor) with water, hot water, or on the rocks is included. Bar owner's special snacks are also included.

Enjoying the Night at Tenmonkan.

FROM$64/ per person

Kagoshima

4 hours

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!

Half-day Highlights of Kagoshima City,Car Tour (driving guide).

FROM$77/ per person

Kagoshima

8 hours

In search of the key to open Kagoshima's treasure chest!

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.

In search of the key to open Kagoshima's treasure chest!

FROM$288/ per group

Kagoshima

3 hours

Enjoying the Night at Tenmonkan.

Enjoy authentic Japanese karaoke while eating local sushi and snacks. All-you-can-drink shochu (distilled liquor) with water, hot water, or on the rocks is included. Bar owner's special snacks are also included.

Enjoying the Night at Tenmonkan.

FROM$64/ per person

Reviews

Larry E.

5 / 5

Oct 18, 2025

Half-day Highlights of Kagoshima City,Car Tour (driving guide).

Oct 18, 2025

Kagoshima

4 hours

“Sakurajima!!”

Very happy that we booked this tour. Moriaki was a very knowledgeable and respectful guide. The itinerary worked very well for our short cruise stop. Thank you Moriaki sun.

Moriaki A.

Larry & Mary Ann Irick-san Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comments. I appreciate you both enjoying Sakurajima and Kagoshima despite your limited time. I hope you continue to have enjoyable cruise ship trips. I hope to see you again in Kagoshima if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much. Moriaki A

Katrina B.

5 / 5

Jul 6, 2025

Half-day Highlights of Kagoshima City,Car Tour (driving guide).

Jul 6, 2025

Kagoshima

7 hours

“Great day in Kagoshima”

Moriaki was a very courteous gentleman. He showed us the sights of the volcano and Sengran-en garden. Communication was great. However he did speak a little quietly so sometimes a little hard to hear / understand. However he was very accomodating with our extra requests to take us to shops after the tour and waited for us.

Moriaki A.

Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. It was a very enjoyable day showing you around. I'll fix my habit of speaking quietly and muttering. I hope you continue to have a fun and happy journey. I hope you come to Kagoshima again if you have the opportunity. Thank you very much. Moriaki A.

Robert B.

5 / 5

Apr 22, 2025

Half-day Highlights of Kagoshima City,Car Tour (driving guide).

Apr 22, 2025

Kagoshima

4 hours

“Made our day!”

So pleased we chose to book this tour. Very informative and knowledgeable guide. Perfect itinerary for our short cruise stop. Would highly recommend.

Moriaki A.

Thank you for your kind review. I'm very happy that you enjoyed it. I hope to continue providing a variety of explorations. Please do not hesitate to contact us again if you have the opportunity. Thank you.