Private Tour

Unique History of the Arrival of Christianity Tour in Kagoshima

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

It was here in Kagoshima that Christianity was first introduced to Japan in the Far East during the Age of Exploration in 16th century. This tour will explore how the missionary activities of Francis Xavier were accepted in this land of Shintoism and Buddhism, by visiting the centers of the three religions and comparing them.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The remaining 25 minutes is for walking to move next destination. The three attractions are located very closer to walk without using any transportation. It takes about 15 minutes to move from No1 spot to No.2 and from No2 to No.3 is 10 minutes' walk. Then total duration is for 2 hours.

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

Kagoshima St. Xavier's Cathedral

Kagoshima was the first place where Christianity was introduced in Japan in the mid-16th century. This church was built in 1908 as the first full-scale stone cathedral church in Japan but was destroyed by fire in 1945, during WWII. It has been rebuilt twice since then. Here visitors can learn why Xavier came to Kagoshima and the history of the hardships of Christianity in Japan after its introduction to Japan and its current situation.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Terukuni Shrine

shrine

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Unique History of the Arrival of Christianity Tour in Kagoshima

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Informative Xavier's history in Japanese Christianity and Catholic presence, plus Shinto and Buddhism practices today
TPaul L,
Jul 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Catholic priest Francis Xavier SJ's arrival in Kagoshima in mid 16th century. Comparative visits to nearby Buddhist Temple and Shinto Shrine were informative.