Full-Day Private Shore Tour: Kagoshima Craft & Culture Discover
cost
From 98,726 yen per person
Note *1: The above prices are in Japan. Please select your country and currency when applying and confirm the cost.
overview
Immerse yourself in Kagoshima's unique traditions on a private cultural journey. As Japan's southern gateway, Kagoshima has welcomed foreign influences for centuries, creating a rich blend of artistry and heritage. This immersive tour introduces you to the master craftsmen, historic workshops, and flavors that define the region's identity. Travel leisurely in a private vehicle, visiting pottery studios, glass blowers, soy sauce makers, bamboo artisans, and more. Each stop offers an up-close look at traditions preserved for centuries and passed down through generations—a perfect destination for culture lovers.
Note*1: Please select your desired tourist spots from the list in the tour information and create your own itinerary.
Note *2: To obtain the nationally certified guide-interpreter qualification issued by the Japanese government, you must have sufficient knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
What's Included
- -conditioned vehicle
- Individual transportation
- to cruise ship terminal
- Professional English-speaking local tour guide
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Admission fee (Chinjukan) (￥500.00 per person)
itinerary
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1
Kagoshima Cruise Ship Terminal
Meet your driver and guide and set off.
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2
Chen Shouguan
Tour the birthplace of Satsuma ware, which has a history of over 400 years, and see the collection storage facility and watch the masters of ceramics at work.
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3
Iso Craft Museum
You will be able to admire the delicate layering techniques of cut glass, a style that originated in the Edo period, and witness the delicate production process.
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4
Sakura Kaneyo Soy Sauce
They have been delighting locals with their soy sauce and miso since 1927. Try their unique soy sauce ice cream and shaved ice.
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5
Kagoshima City Bamboo Industry Promotion Center
From baskets to home décor, you can discover the heritage of bamboo crafts and get up close and personal with the weaving process.
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6
Kagoshima
Enjoy Kagoshima cuisine at a local restaurant or relax with a tea break (meals not included).
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Kagoshima Cruise Ship Terminal
Round out your cultural immersion.