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Samurai Spirit Half Day Walking Tour in Kagoshima
Kagoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
$31.77
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
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.
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Samurai Spirit Half Day Walking Tour in Kagoshima
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Other
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
Meeting point
Meet at Shiroyama bus stop.
Take a Kagoshima city view bus and get off at Shiroyama, No.7 bus stop.
You can meet the guide with a board described your name and KWW.
Return details
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Shiroyama ObservatoryThis 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.
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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.
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Saigo Takamori’s hideoutThis is the cave where Saigo Takamori and his comrades spent the last five days of the Civil War. Here, a guide will explain the thoughts of Saigo and his soldiers and reflect on his spirit as a samurai.
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The main gate of Kagoshima Castle, Goromon, was destroyed by fire in 1873, but was rebuilt in 2020. Here, the guide will explain about the unique Kagoshima hometown education system that nurtured Kagoshima's samurai, the structure of the Goromon, and other aspects of samurai society of the time.
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Saigo Takamori StatueA bronze statue of Saigo Takamori, the model for The Last Samurai. Here, the guide will explain how Saigo Takamori's person earned the respect of many people, from the restoration of his honor after the Civil War to the erection of the bronze statue.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Samurai Spirit Half Day Walking Tour in Kagoshima
Kagoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
$31.77
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!