Uncover True Kagoshima Local Guide Hidden Gems Tour

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

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Find Serenity in Kagoshima: A Hidden Garden & Shrine Retreat

Escape the everyday hustle and discover a tranquil side of Kagoshima on our exclusive small-group tour. We'll guide you through serene, often overlooked gardens and historically significant shrines, offering a chance to unwind and reconnect with yourself amidst beauty and history.

【Notice】

Participants are required to arrange their own insurance. The decision to purchase insurance is entirely at your own discretion and responsibility.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

The bus stop where we will board is located just steps away from the tourist information center, our meeting point.

Guide

Lunch is not included, but you can add it as an optional extra to your tour

If you feel insurance is necessary, please arrange your own, as it’s not included in the tour.

What To Expect

Tamazato House Gardens of Shimazu

Our first stop is a hidden gem garden about 30 minutes by bus and foot from the meeting point: the former Tamazato Residence Garden of the Shimadzu clan. This daimyo garden was created in 1835 by Shimadzu Narioki, the 27th head of the family. We'll explore the garden, the teahouse (veranda seating available, no entry), and a bamboo grove. Enjoy a short meditation with healing instruments and a restroom break during our visit

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Kagoshima Shrine

The current main shrine was rebuilt in 1758 through a donation by Shimadzu Shigetoshi. It's about a 10-minute walk from our first stop. Here, I'll explain the sacred trees, how to pass under the Torii gate, the hand-washing ritual, and how to pray.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Doing an izakaya tour

Doing an izakaya tour: After the tour, let's go izakaya hopping sometime between late lunch and the evening

Sound Bath in Japanese Room

Crystal singing bowls : Relax as you're immersed in healing sounds from crystal singing bowls, Koshi chime, and so on feel free to lie down on tatami

Japanese Calligraphy Lesson

Japanese Calligraphy Lesson: Experience the art of Japanese calligraphy—learn basic brush techniques and create your own piece on a fan or a special paper