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Rickshaw Tour of Kagoshima's Historical and Cultural Sites
A 30-minute rickshaw ride past Kagoshima's castle walls, Terukuni Shrine and the Saigo Takamori statue, for up to two people.
US$71 each · US$142 for two · Taxi ~20 min from the ship
Most listings let you reserve now and pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. Your ship's berth or time can change; a reservation costs nothing to hold.
Checked · price, reviews and availability from the operator’s Viator listing · Takumi Yamada
The day, stop by stop
- 5 minSignificant not only as a museum but also as a symbol of Kagoshima’s rich history and cultural heritage.
- 5 minKagoshima (Tsurumaru) Castle Ruins & Goromon
- 5 minTerukuni Shrine
- 5 minSaigo Takamori Statue
Not at the pier: about 20 minutes by taxi
Measured from Marine Port Kagoshima, where most upcoming ships here dock.
- Taxi
- ~20 min · 7.8 kmAbout ¥3,000–3,700 (US$19–25) one way on the meter
- Meeting point
- Hotel & Residence Nanshukan lobby (Tenmonkan) →The taxi ride in Google Maps
- Show your driver
- ホテル&レジデンス南州館 鹿児島市東千石町19-17
- Other ways there
- From Marine Port: ship shuttle if run (to Tenmonkan or Kagoshima-Chuo, about 30 min) or taxi about ¥3,100 / 30 min to Tenmonkan. From Kita-futo: Tenmonkan is about 1.4 km on foot.
- Coming back
- The same ~20 minutes; be at the ship an hour before all-aboard.
Fare from the official meter tariff in force since 2026-04-01, for the road distance; traffic, tolls and night surcharges are extra.
- The rickshaw runner is also the guide, and passes the Reimeikan, the Tsurumaru Castle stone walls and moat, Terukuni Shrine and the Saigo statue.
- At half an hour it is among the shortest bookings here, though from Marine Port the shuttle both ways adds at least an hour.
- Water and a blanket are provided, and you can suggest places in advance.
A couple who want a short, seated look at the old castle quarter.
Only 4 reviews, so the listing is thin. It starts at the Nanshukan Hotel in the city centre, so from Marine Port you still need the 30-minute shuttle each way. No refund if you do not show up.
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What Princess Cruises charges for a day like this in Kagoshima
Princess Cruises prices from its public Kagoshima excursion page, 25 October 2026, per person. Tour prices here are the operator’s current from price.
Before you book
Is the Rickshaw Tour of Kagoshima's Historical and Cultural Sites worth it from the Kagoshima cruise port?
A 30-minute rickshaw ride past Kagoshima's castle walls, Terukuni Shrine and the Saigo Takamori statue, for up to two people. Best for: A couple who want a short, seated look at the old castle quarter.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 4 hours. The tour runs 30 min; add half an hour to get off the ship, about 20 minutes each way between the pier and the start and keep the hour before all-aboard free. Add the shuttle from Marine Port to the city centre, about 30 minutes each way, every 30-60 minutes.
Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?
The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The operator may cancel for bad weather, with a refund.
What should I know before booking?
Only 4 reviews, so the listing is thin. It starts at the Nanshukan Hotel in the city centre, so from Marine Port you still need the 30-minute shuttle each way. No refund if you do not show up.
Does this tour pick up at the cruise pier?
No: the start is at Hotel & Residence Nanshukan lobby (Tenmonkan), about 20 minutes from the ship by taxi (about ¥3,000–3,700 on the meter).
Will I be back on board before all-aboard?
The operator makes no written on-time promise, so the margin is yours to keep. This site only shows the tour as fitting a call of about 4 hours or more, which already includes half an hour to get ashore and the hour before all-aboard. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before means a reservation costs nothing to hold if your ship’s hours change.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per person, from about US$71, on a private basis.
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