1 night 2 days Sakurajima & Kagoshima Town classic Model Plan

鹿児島モデルコース

A golden plan to visit the classic spots of Kagoshima. Spectacular views, history, and gourmet food! Do everything you want to do on a route that takes in the best of Kagoshima. On the first day, enjoy sightseeing at Sakurajima and shaved ice, a Kumamoto specialty. On the second day, visit spots related to Saigo Don.

Total: 2 Days
Course Day 1
Station
10:00
START Kagoshima Chuo Station
10 minutes by going to the Nankoku Kotsu Bus express boat terminal, get off in front of Kagoshima Aquarium, walk away
Port
10:25
Kagoshima Port
Sakurajima Ferry15 minutes
Port
10:45
Sakurajima Port
Get off the ferry and go to the tourist information center near the tollgate. Get information and brochures of sightseeing here!
WalkingSoon.
Food
11:00
Lunch at MINATO CAFE
Lunch is at the "MINATOCAFE" on the ferry station. Spicy curry rice imitating Sakurajima is popular. There is also a café menu with the image of Sakurajima.

(Picture) Lava field curry that expresses the power of Sakurajima
溶岩原カレー
Sacramento Island View (Bus)40 Minutes
Nature
12:40
Enjoy the spectacular view of Sakurajima from Yunohira Observatory
This is the highest observation point on the island that is accessible to the public, and offers the closest view of Kitadake, one of the mountains that make up Sakurajima. There are seven heart-shaped stones built into the surrounding stone walls.

(Photo) A powerful landscape that looks up to the rough mountain surface
湯之平展望所
15 minutes by Sakurajima Island View (bus), bus stop off Sakurajima Port, 10 minutes walk
Relaxation
14:40
Relax in the Sakurajima Yogan Nagisa Park Footbath
A long footbath with a total length of about 100m. You can relax and enjoy the natural hot spring water while looking out at Sakurajima behind you and Kagoshima Town in front of you. It's also great that you can enjoy it for free.
「桜島」溶岩なぎさ公園足湯
Walking10 minutes
Shopping
15:30
Get Sakurajima souvenirs at the roadside station "Sakurajima" Hinoshima Megumikan
This is a great place to look for souvenirs, as it has a wide selection of Sakurajima specialty products, including processed Sakurajima radish products, Sakurajima lava goods, loquats, and camellia oil. Gourmet food made with small mandarin oranges is also popular. The soft serve ice cream made with small mandarin oranges is a must-try!

(2nd photo) Enjoy SHIROKUMA at Tenmonkan Mujaki
道の駅「桜島」 火の島めぐみ館
桜島大根の加工品
WalkingSix minutes
Port
16:00
Sakurajima Port
Sakurajima Ferry15 minutes
Port
16:20
Kagoshima Port
It is 2 minutes from the Aquarium Exit stop, which is 8 minutes on foot, and it is 2 minutes by going to Gengen, etc.
Food
16:30
Enjoy the white bear at the Astronomical Museum
"SHIROKUMA" is also known as Kagoshima's soul food. The fluffy shaved ice and secretly made homemade milk go perfectly together! You can't miss this classic Kagoshima sweet! You'll be hooked by its voluminous and adorable bear-face appearance. There is a wide variety of toppings and syrups on the menu.
天文館むじゃきの白熊
WalkingTwo minutes
Activities
17:30
To the observation space of the Senteras TENMONKAN
This complex is located in Tenmonkan, one of Kagoshima's most famous downtown areas. The observation deck, Sky View Center Terrace, on the 15th floor is a great spot to see Sakurajima and the city of Kagoshima.
センテラス天文館の展望スペース
WalkingTwo minutes
Food
18:00
Black pork shabu-shabu at Ajimori black pork restaurant
A well-known restaurant that made Kagoshima's black pork known to all over the country. You can taste the taste of pork in the style of shabu shabu, which is eaten by dashi. Black pork has no fat taste and is full of umami.
黒豚料理あぢもり
Hotel Transfer Shuttle Bus15 minutes
Hotel
19:45
Stay at SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima
The hotel stands on an altitude of 108m and overlooks the city of Kagoshima. There are also cafes and bars in the facility.

(Photo) There is a large bath using good hot springs
SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima
Course Day 2
Hotel
10:00
SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima
SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima
Walking15 minutes
Activities
10:15
Around Shiroyama in the footsteps of Saigo Don
Shiroyama is the battlefield of the Seinan War, where Saigo Takamori met his end. It is also the site of Kagoshima Castle, which was the residence of the lord of the Satsuma domain, and is dotted with historical spots. Tour the places associated with Saigo Don and take photos of the statue of Saigo standing with his dignified figure!

(Photo) The statue of Saigo in military uniform is 8m tall including the pedestal! It took eight years to complete
西郷像
Activities
Shiroyama Observation Deck
(1st and 2nd photos) The area near the top of Shiroyama is an observation deck
城山展望台1
城山展望台2
35 minutes by Kagoshima City View from the front of the statue of Saigo, a short walk from the bus stop, and a short walk to get off the bus stop Sengan-en (Isoi Garden)
Culture
12:20
Visit Sengan-en, the scenic villa beloved by successive generations of the Shimazu clan
A picturesque feudal lord's garden built by Mitsuhisa, the 19th head of the Shimazu clan. The view of the majestic Sakurajima and Kinko Bay right in front of you is a must-see. The area is dotted with valuable remains, including the remains of a reverberatory furnace, and is registered as a World Heritage Site as part of the "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution."

(2nd and 3rd photos) Looking for souvenirs at shops with traditional handicrafts from Kagoshima
仙巌園
鹿児島の伝統工芸品1
鹿児島の伝統工芸品2
Food
Ohkatei Restaurant
This restaurant has a great view of Sakurajima from every seat. I would like to enjoy chicken rice, a traditional Amami dish. The chicken rice set meal, which is topped with chicken and seasonings and served with soup, costs 2,200 yen.
御膳所桜華亭
WalkingTwo minutes
Food
14:30
Take a break at Starbucks Coffee Kagoshima Sengan-en
The Starbucks near Sengan-en has a great atmosphere and is a popular tourist destination. The best of Kagoshima is hidden everywhere, so try to find it! The second floor is also known as a spot from which you can see Sakurajima.
スターバックス コーヒー 鹿児島仙巌園店
30 minutes by Kagoshima City View from the front of the bus stop Hein-kan, which is a short walk away, get off the bus stop Kagoshima Chuo Station, walk away
Shopping
16:00
Looking for souvenirs at Kagoshima Chuo Station
Selected products from all parts of the prefecture line up at the entrance of the Land of Kagoshima, where the Kyushu Shinkansen trains arrive and depart. Stock up on popular souvenirs at "Amu Plaza Kagoshima" directly connected to the station!
アミュプラザ鹿児島
Directly connected to the station
Station
17:00
GOAL Kagoshima Chuo Station
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-This article is created based on the contents of "Rurubu information version" or "Rurubu & more." "Rurubu +".
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