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Samurai Spirit Half Day Walking Tour in Kagoshima

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Overview

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Katsumoto was featured in the 2003 Hollywood movie "The Last Samurai," about Saigo Takamori, a Kagoshima native. The tour will visit historical sites related to the end of his life, in which he lived with a samurai spirit until the end. The route will start at the top of a hill from where you can see the entire city of Kagoshima and walk down to the arrival point in the center of the city, the statue of Takamori Saigo. Enjoy exploring with our knowledgeable local guide.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Number of minimum participants is two.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

Private transportation

What To Expect

1

Shiroyama Observatory

This 107-meter-high observatory is located in the center of Kagoshima City. From here, visitors can enjoy a view of Sakurajima, an active volcano, and the city. Shiroyama is also a natural treasure trove of large camphor trees, ferns, and other plants, and was the site of the last civil war in Japan, the fierce battle of the Seinan War. Start here and walk to the cave of Takamori Saigo.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Thirteen of the 88 statues of Kobo Daishi (one of the great monks in 8th century the founder of the Shingon sect of Buddhism) were erected in 1928 so that visitors to Kagoshima can experience a part of the 88 pilgrimages in Shikoku. Visitors can see stone Buddhist statues and Jizo statues.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Samurai Spirit Half Day Walking Tour in Kagoshima

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5.00

3 reviews

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  • Knowledgeable guide,...

    David S,

    Mar 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Knowledgeable guide, informative experience regarding the key points of historical transition of Japan..

  • Excellent walking tour

    XinHui L,

    Feb 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent tour guide Karin took us by foot around the key sites at Shiroyama Mountain, and explained very thoroughly about the Samurai culture and history embodied by Saigo Takamori. It was very peaceful, personal and extremely enjoyable. We had a great time! Highly recommend.

  • Great

    Danilo B,

    Dec 31, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    The experience was very interesting as Kuni guided us into the Samurai spirit of Kagoshima city, by showing us lit of spots where the last samurai lived and died. Kuni is a very kind man and very open to questions and jokes. We had great time with him.

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