Samurai Spirit Half Day Walking Tour in Kagoshima
Kagoshima, Japan
From 2 hours to 3 hours
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Walking Tours
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City Highlights
What You Will Do
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.
What's Included?
- Other
What's Not Included?
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
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.
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Shiroyama Observatory
10 minutes
This 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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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Kagoshima Wonderful Walk
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Number of minimum participants is two.
Guide Options
- Guide - English