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Shochu is a traditional Japanese hard liquor, a distilled spirit made from grains and vegetables. The most common ingredients are sweet potatoes, barley, rice, buckwheat, and sugarcane. You can tour a shochu factory and enjoy tastings in Kagoshima, one of Japan's leading shochu producers. Since the shochu factories are closed on Saturdays and Sundays, the tour includes a Japanese whiskey factory tour and tasting. Discover the sights of Kagoshima that interest you the most on this customizable sightseeing tour. Alongside your private driver and guide, make an itinerary of your desired attractions or get recommendations to create your perfect day. Whether you want to focus on samurai, culture, shopping, or Japanese history, this tour has everything covered for you. You can’t visit every place on your “What to Expect” list in six hours.

Experience one of Japan’s most unique natural spectacles on this 6.5-hour private tour from Kagoshima Cruise Port. From November to February, thousands of cranes migrate to Izumi town, creating a breathtaking sight found nowhere else in Japan. Travel in comfort by private car with your English-speaking guide to Izumi Crane Center, where you can observe over 10,000 cranes at their peak season, from hooded and white-naped to rare black-crowned and sandhill cranes. Later, stop at Imuta Lake, a Ramsar-listed wetland rich in birdlife, before returning to the port. Note: The tour is conducted November – February

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.

Discover the charm of Chiran, often called the “Little Kyoto of Satsuma,” on this private 6.5-hour cultural journey. Travel in comfort from Kagoshima Cruise Port with your English-speaking guide and explore a peaceful town known for its Samurai heritage, WWII history, and renowned green tea.

Let's enjoy the history and beautiful garden of Sengan-en Garden and the overwhelming natural beauty of Sakurajima! Senganen Garden is a beautiful garden built in 1658 and offers a spectacular view of Sakurajima. The expansive grounds include a museum that introduces the history and culture of Kagoshima. also there was registered as a World Cultural Heritage site in 2015. Sakurajima was created about 26,000 years ago and is still an active volcano that continues to erupt in smoke. It is easily accessible from Kagoshima City. And visitors can enjoy the spectacular lava fields and footbaths at the Lava Nagisa Park. This tour is for the people who arrive at Kagoshima port by cruise ship. National licensed guide will be waiting for you at the gate of the port and take you some highlight spots!

This is a private tour, exclusively for your group (only your group will participate). Cruise ship guests are welcome & timely return to the port is guaranteed. Perfect for one-day visitors with limited time. Ideal for first-time visitors looking to make the most of their time while experiencing local attractions & culture. The itinerary is flexible & can be fully customized to suit your interests & pace. Admission tickets & private transportation costs are included for a seamless & immersive experience. Discover the best of Kagoshima on this private full-day tour, perfect for cruise passengers & culture lovers. Visit Senganen, a historic samurai estate with stunning views of Sakurajima, and explore the Shoko Shuseikan Museum to learn about Japan’s early industrialization. Take in panoramic city & volcano views from Shiroyama Observatory, then get up close to the iconic Volcano . With a private guide, enjoy a personalized & immersive experience in this charming historic city.