Discover the unique traditions of Kagoshima on this private cultural journey. As Japan’s southern gateway, Kagoshima has welcomed influences from overseas for centuries, creating a rich blend of artistry and heritage. This immersive tour introduces you to master craftsmen, historic workshops, and flavors that define the region’s identity.
Travel comfortably in your private vehicle as you visit pottery studios, glassmakers, soy sauce artisans, and bamboo craftsmen. Each stop offers an intimate look into centuries-old traditions preserved and passed down through generations, making this the perfect experience for culture lovers.
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
Professional local English-speaking tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Personal expenses
Entrance fees (Chin Jukan)
Itinerary
1
Kagoshima Cruise Terminal
Meet your driver and guide for departure.
15 minutes
2
CHIN JUKAN POTTERY 喫茶室
Explore the birthplace of Satsuma ware, with a history spanning over 400 years. Visit the collection storage and watch master potters at work.
1 hour and 15 minutes
3
Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko Gallery Shop
Admire the delicate art of cut glass layering, a style born in the Edo period, and witness the intricate process of creation.
1 hour and 15 minutes
4
Sakura Kaneyo Soy Sauce
Since 1927, this shop has delighted locals with soy sauce and miso. Try a unique soy sauce ice cream or shaved ice.
1 hour
5
Kagoshima City Bamboo Industry Promotion Center
Discover the legacy of bamboo crafts, from baskets to interior goods, and observe the weaving process firsthand.
1 hour and 15 minutes
6
Kagoshima
Enjoy Kagoshima cuisine at a local restaurant or relax with a tea break (meal not included).
1 hour
7
Kagoshima Cruise Terminal
Conclude your cultural immersion.
30 minutes
Full Day Private Shore Tour: Kagoshima Craft & Culture Discover
Kagoshima
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Discover the unique traditions of Kagoshima on this private cultural journey. As Japan’s southern gateway, Kagoshima has welcomed influences from overseas for centuries, creating a rich blend of artistry and heritage. This immersive tour introduces you to master craftsmen, historic workshops, and flavors that define the region’s identity.
Travel comfortably in your private vehicle as you visit pottery studios, glassmakers, soy sauce artisans, and bamboo craftsmen. Each stop offers an intimate look into centuries-old traditions preserved and passed down through generations, making this the perfect experience for culture lovers.
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
