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Kagoshima: Sengan-en Garden & Japan’s Industrial Revolution

4.0(1)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy DeepExperience
Kagoshima: Sengan-en Garden & Japan’s Industrial Revolution

About this activity

Sengan-en, a stunning daimyo garden, offers a unique glimpse into Japan's cultural and industrial heritage. Nestled against the Sakurajima volcano, this guided walking tour reveals the garden’s beauty while exploring its significance in Japan’s Industrial Revolution. Discover the history of the Shimazu clan, admire the intricacies of Japanese garden design, and see the remains of a reverberatory furnace that played a role in early industrialization. The tour also includes a visit to a Shinto shrine and the Shoko Shuseikan Museum to deepen your understanding of this pivotal era in Japan’s transformation.

- Explore the exquisite Sengan-en garden and its historical context

- Visit the remains of an industrial furnace and learn about early technology

- Gain insights at the Shoko Shuseikan Museum about the Meiji Industrial Revolution

- Optional group departure from Kagoshima-Chuo Station for convenience

What's included

  • ✓Entrance to the Shoko Shuseikan Museum
  • ✓Guided walking tour of Sengan-en

Not included

  • ✕Meals

Meeting and pickup

  • The meeting point is in front of the Kagoshima West Police Station substation near Kagoshima-Chuo Station. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for detailed directions.
  • The meeting point is in front of the ticket gates at Sengan-en Station. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for detailed directions.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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