Kagoshima Unique Culture Tour with private car

Because Kagoshima is the southernmost prefecture of Japan except for Okinawa, the region has been open toward the south and the west outside of the country and accepted different culture from oversea since long ago. That’s why a variety of unique culture was developed in Kagoshima, and the craftsmen and the artisans of the region have been conserving their traditions for generations. On this tour, we will visit Satsuma Kiriko glasswork factory for the traditional glasswork from 1800s, Miyama village for the world-famous Satsuma ware, and a local soy sauce shop "Sakura Kaneyo" for tasting a variety of soy sauce as well as soy sauce ice cream! Let’s take a glimpse of the unique culture while you are in Kagoshima!!

1. 1

   Sengan-en

   1 hour

   Satsuma Kiriko glasswork factory Satsuma Kiriko is a traditional style of cut glass born in Kagoshima at the end of Edo period (1600s-1800s) as a part of modernization. It is made by layering colored glass over clear glass and carefully cutting patterns into the outer layer. At the factory, you can watch the master craftsmen creating the glassworks.

2. 2

   Chin Jukan Toen

   1.5 hours

   Chin Jukan pottery Located in Miyama pottery village, Chin Jukan pottery is well-known as the birthplace of Satsuma ware with its history of over 400 years. The collection storage preserves a number of wares made by the successive generations and you can watch the craftsmen working at the studios as well.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30 min

   Sakura Kaneyo soy sauce shop Since opened in 1927, Sakura Kaneyo soy sauce shop has been favored by local people around Ichiki Kushikino town for its original tastes of soy sauce and miso paste. Try soy sauce ice cream or shaved ice for tasting the culture of Kagoshima!! * Closed on Thursday.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.