Places to visit in Kagoshima

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The Reimei-kan

The Reimei-kan museum was opened in 1983 to commemorate the centennial anniversary of the Meiji Restoration (1968).

The exhibition room aims to acquaint visitors with the history, folk customs and the fine arts and crafts of Kagoshima through an informative and enjoyable experience.

The Reimei-kan is enclosed in the ruins of Tsurumaru castle, which was a foothold for the Shimazu (the feudal lord of Satsuma) during the Edo period. The moat, stonewall and stone bridge are still standing today, and have been designated as historical sites by the prefecture.

Opening Hours:
9:00 - 17:00 (Admission till 4.30 p.m.)

Closed:
Every Monday except on national holidays (Should the national holiday fall on a Monday, the museum will be closed the following day),

The 25th of every month.(Open if the 25th is a Saturday or Sunday)

Admission fee:
Adults:300 yen
High school and college students: 190 yen
Elementary and junior high students: 120 yen

(Group rates < 20 persons and above> Adults: 230 yen, High school and college students: 120 yen, Elementary and junior high students: 60 yen)
For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
7-2 Shiroyama-machi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima, 892-0853
Phone: 81-99-222-5100

Ishibashi Memorial Park

There used to be five large arched stone bridges spanning the Koutsuki River as it flowed through the center of Kagoshima City. The bridges were nameed the Tamae, Shinkan, Nishida, Kourai and Takeno.
On the 6th of August 1993, torrential rainfall led to a flood in Kagoshima as the river overflowed its banks, washing away the Takeno and Shinkan bridges.

In order to preserve the three remaining bridges, they were relocated when reconstruction works were carried out on the river, and new bridges were built in their stead. In addition, a commemorative hall was built to provide information about the history and technique utilised in the building and maintenance of the arch bridges. Ishibashi Memorial Park opened in 2000, and it is hoped that it will help familiarise the citizens of Kagoshima with the history of their city, as well as preserve the bridges for their future generations.

Ishibashi Park
Open everyday

Ishibashi Hall
Opening Hours:
9:00 - 17:00 (Entry until 16:30 )

Closed:
Every Monday (When Monday is a national holiday, the Hall will be closed the following day), December 31~January 2nd.

Free Admission

For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
1-3 Hama-machi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima, 892-0812 Phone:81-99-248-6661

The Flower Park Kagoshima

The largest flower theme park in Japan, the Flower Park Kagoshima has 2,400 flowering species and 40,000 plants. Under the fundamental concept of "Experiencing Kagoshima: A Flower Paradise, A Symphony of Flowers, Wind and Light, " the 36.5 hectare park is divided into the three zones of flowers, wind and light, where subtropical flowers blossom and rare plants can be seen. The gardens are arranged according to the characteristics of each plant, and since there are flowers from all seasons present, the park is always full of blooming flowers.

• Pets are not allowed.
• Please hold on to your own trash and bring it with you when you leave.
• Wheelchairs and strollers are available for use at no charge.
• Food can be brought into the Flower Park.
  
  

Transportation:
25 minutes by bus from JR Ibusuki Station
Approx. 90 minutes by car from Kagoshima City
For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
1611 Okachogamizu, Yamagawa, Ibusuki City, Kagoshima,891-0513
Phone:81-993-35-3333 Fax:81-993-35-3555

The Miyama Conseru (Kirishima International Concert Hall)

This concert hall was built in 1994 as the core facility, adhering to the concept of a Kirishima International Art Forest. The main hall has 770 seats, and has integrated the latest acoustic technology, leading to a rich, 3-dimensional sound suitable for classical music. Intended to address the wishes of musicians and fans for a splendid environment in which to enjoy great music, the hall plays host to the Kirishima International Music Festival (more than 25 years old), along with other classical music events.

Opening Hours:
9:00 - 22:00

Closed:
Every Monday and December 28th ~ January 4th

Admission fee:
Admission is free for field trips
Charges are applicable for the use of the hall and admission fees will be charged for events.

For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
3311-29 Takachiho,Makizono-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima, 899-6603
Phone:81-995-78-8000

Kirishima Open-Air Museum

The foundation of burgeoning art in Kagoshima, which was newly opened in October 2006, is located within the highlands of the Kirishima mountain range, 700m above the sea level. There is an art hall where are works of art by both famous Japanese and international artists are displayed, an open-air exhibition zone and a grove exhibition zone. As much of the outside artwork has been adapted to the surrounding nature, this is a true open-air museum, in harmony with nature.

Opening Hours:
9:00 - 17:00 (Entry until 16:30)

Closed:
Every Monday (closed on the following day should a national holiday fall on a Monday) , the 29th o f December ~ 2nd of January, as well as the 3rd Monday to the 4th Monday of February

Admission fee:
Adults: 300 yen, High School and College students: 200 yen, Elementary and Junior high school students: 150 yen
Group Rates (20 persons and over):
Adults: 240 yen, High School and College students: 160 yen, Elementary and Junior high school students: 120 yen

For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
6340-220 Koba, Yusui-cho, Airagun, Kagoshima, 899-6201
Phone: 81-995-74-5945

The Broad-leaf Evergreen Forest

This virgin forest of broad-leaf evergreen trees in its natural surroundings encompasses the whole of Mt. Inao-dake and Mt. Koba-dake at the southern tip of the Osumi peninsula. There are various facilities where visitors can learn more about the surrounding forest and experience the lush greenery.


Opening Hours:
8:30 - 17:00

Closed:
December 29th ~ December 31th

Free Admission

For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
5166-647 Tashiro-Fumotokukino, kinko-cho, Kimotsuki-gun, Kagoshima, 893-2401
Phone:81-90-7388-7470

The Yakushima Environmental Culture Village Center

The centre was built to adhere to the concept of a Yakushima Environmental Culture Village, which aims to create an area in harmony with nature. The centre offers comprehensive tourist information and guides on the nature and culture of Yakushima Island.

There is an audio visual theater featuring a wide screen display with which visitors are treated to a dynamic introduction of the island. The exhibition hall allows visitors to understand the close relationship between nature and the islanders through the use of movies and photos. Interaction between the islanders and visitors takes place in the exchange hall, which also serves as a gathering place for volunteers and guides.

Opening Hours:

9:00 - 17:00,

Closed:
Every Monday (Except on the Golden Week and the summer holidays. The centre will be closed the following day should the national holiday fall on a Monday.)
and from December 28th ~ January 1st

Admission fee:
Adults: 500 yen
High school and college students: 350yen
Elementary & junior high students: 250 yen

For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
823-1 Miyanoura, yakushima-town, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima,891-4205
Phone81-9974-2-2900

The Yakushima Environmental Culture Learning Center

Similar to the Yakushima Environmental Culture Village Center, this centre was built to adhere to the concept of a Yakushima Environmental Culture Village. It is located on a hill near the Yakusugi Museum in Yaku Town. This environmental education facility uses the entire Yakushima as its learning ground. Here, learning and outdoor activities are promoted through a variety of educational programs aimed at learning more about the environment.

Closed:
Every Monday (Except on the Golden Week and the summer holidays. The centre will be closed the following day should the national holiday fall on a Monday.)
and from December 28th ~ January 3rd
(Should you be interested in booking the facility, please kindly contact the following)

For enquiries, please kindly contact the following:
2739-343 Anbo, Yakushimatown, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima,891-4211
Phone:81-9974-6-2900

Amami Park

The people of Amami island have lived harmoniously with nature and created their own unique culture and history over the years.

The people of the Amami islands have lived in perfect harmony with nature and over the years, created their own unique culture and history. Amami Park was built to enable visitors to experiences the wonder and beauty that is the Amami islands, and to display the harmony existing between humankind and nature on the Amami islands. It is also a place where interaction and discussions are held.
There are two main facilities in this park: "The Home of Amami", which introduces the nature, history, culture and industries of the Amami islands, as well as the "Isson Tanaka Commemorative Art Galley", which showcases the collected works of art painted by the Japanese painter Isson Tanaka, famous for his paintings of the Amami islands.

Opening Hours:
9:00-18:00 (9:00 - 19:00 for two months from July to August)
Visitors are allowed admission till the last 30 minutes of the park fs operating hours.


Closed:
Closed every 1st and 3rd Wednesday (When a national holiday falls on these days, the facility will be closed the following day instead. However, the park will be in operation from April 29th ~ May 5th as well as from July 21st ~ August 31st and during New Years’ holidays)

Transportation :

• Approx. 5 minutes by car from Amami Airport
• Approx. 55 minutes by car from Naze City

The Forest of Uenohara Jomon Site

Opening Hours:
9:00-17:00 (9:00-19:00 between July 1st and August 31st )
Admission to exhibition facility & hands-on area till 16:30 (reception closes at 16:00).
Closed on Mondays (closed on the following Tuesday should a national holiday fall on Monday), and from the 30th Dec ~ 1st Jan. (Note: open from April 29-May 5, and August 13-15)

Admission fee:
Adult 300yen( Group rates 240yen)
High school and College student 210yen( Group rates 160yen )
Elementary and Junior High student 150yen( Group rates 120yen )
&A group consist of 20 persons or over

For enquiries, please kindly contact the followings:
Uenohara Jomon- no-Mori
1-1 Uenohara Jomon - no-Mori, Kirishima City, Kagoshima 899-4318
Phone:81-995-48-5701