This shrine enshrines Shimazu Nariakira, the lord of the Satsuma domain who pushed forward the Shuseikan project at the end of the Edo period and laid the foundation for Japan's modernization.
Terukuni Shrine
We will introduce you to the highlights of Kagoshima City, where many famous historical sites are dotted, as well as Kirishima, Chiran, Makurazaki, and other areas throughout the prefecture. All of these are must-see tourist spots!
Statue of Princess Tenshoin
Born into the Imaizumi Shimazu family, she was adopted by Lord Nariakira and spent several months at Tsurumaru Castle before becoming the wife of the 13th shogun, Tokugawa Iesada.
Tenmonkan
Tenmonkan is the most popular shopping area in Kagoshima. The area is lined with arcades, so you can go shopping without worrying about rain or ash from Sakurajima.
Tokunoshima Nakusami Museum
This facility combines a venue for viewing bullfighting, a Tokunoshima specialty, with an exhibition room displaying materials related to bullfighting.
Nanshu Cemetery
This cemetery is the resting place of 2023 people who died in the Seinan War. The centerpiece is Saigo Takamori, along with Kirino Toshiaki, Shinohara Kunimoto, Murata Shinpachi, Henmi...
Hakozaki Hachiman Shrine
At the shrine gate of Hakozaki Hachiman Shrine, there is the largest bell in Japan, measuring 4m in height, 3.4m in diameter, weighing 5t and covered entirely in gold leaf. Treasure Bell...
Hachiman Great Hell
Mount Kurino is said to be the oldest volcano in the Kirishima Mountains. It is home to one of the largest fumaroles in Kyushu, and Mount Kurino is a popular spot for hiking, hiking...
Hanase Nature Park
The natural stone pavement known as Senjojiki stretches for about 2km along the riverbed of the Hanase River. There is a recreation village and an auto camping site...
Fumiko Hayashi Literary Monument
A monument in Furusato Park is inscribed with a short poem (Hana no inochi wa mi), a favorite of Fumiko Hayashi, who spent her childhood in the Furusato area, her mother's hometown.
Hayato Tomb
A Buddhist relic from the Heian period. A nationally designated historic site said to be a memorial tower for the Hayato people who were subjugated by the Yamato court. The history of the Hayato people...
Bansei Special Attack Peace Memorial Hall
This memorial hall was built on the site of the former Imperial Japanese Army's last kamikaze base, the Mansei Airfield. It contains the personal belongings and final messages of the kamikaze pilots...
Bandokorobana Nature Park
During the Edo period, this was the site of a "guard post" that monitored the sea. The wide view was also praised by Ino Tadataka, who visited when he was creating the map of Japan.
Hinatayama Hot Springs
It is said to be the oldest hot spring resort in the prefecture, and Saigo Takamori is said to have come here to relax after a day of hunting and fishing. The alkaline baths are gentle on the skin...
Hinatayama Segodon Village
This new attraction is modeled after the Ryuho family mansion where Saigo Takamori stayed. You can enjoy the hot springs of Hitodama that Saigo loved...
Hinokami Park
Tategami Rock (42m above sea level) towers offshore, and in mythology it is said to be the place where Yamasachihiko arrived in search of a fishhook...
Remains of the Hirata Yukie residence
Although they completed the difficult construction work ordered by the Edo Shogunate, they were blamed for the large number of casualties and the huge construction costs incurred...
Sunflower
The Sunflower operates daily between Osaka and Shibushi. It departs from Osaka Nanko in the evening and arrives at Shibushi Port the next morning...
Fukiage Onsen
Formerly known as Isaku Onsen, this charming hot spring was loved by many poets and writers, including Saito Mokichi and Noguchi Ujo.
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![[From Yoka Guide] ~ Beware of ashfall when sightseeing in Kagoshima ~ An eruption has been continuing at the summit crater of Sakurajima's Minamidake mountain from the evening of May 5th to the morning of the 15th. If you are sightseeing in Kagoshima city, please do not forget to bring an umbrella as rain is forecast from the evening of the 16th to tomorrow and the day after. An umbrella can also protect you from ash. We also recommend checking the weather forecast for the Kagoshima region to see the hourly wind direction and areas where ashfall is expected on Sakurajima. *As of the morning of the 16th, ashfall has been seen in Kagoshima City, Aira City, and other areas, and is expected to spread to Kirishima City, Hioki City, and the northern part of the prefecture. #Sakurajima #SakurajimaEruption #YokaGuideKagoshima #YokaGuideKagoshima #KagoshimaCity #KagoshimaTourism #Aira #Kirishima](https://yokaguide.com/cms/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
