Model Route - short 06
Route to explore the roots of samurai culture, from castles to feudal lords' gardens
Kansai International Airport 〜 Kagoshima Airport
Kagoshima Airport 〜 Kagoshima Chuo Station
OR
Osaka Terminal 〜 Shibushi Port
Shibushi Port 〜 Kagoshima Chuo Station
A Ferry Ride to Enjoy the Journey
Traveling by ferry is one of the pleasures of travel. Enjoy a relaxing ferry ride while gazing out over the expanse of the blue sea.
A daimyo garden located in the World Heritage Area. The "Shakkei" (borrowed scenery) of Sakurajima and Kinko Bay, viewed from the residence where the Shimazu clan lived, is renowned as one of the most beautiful in Japan.
photo:© sengan-en
Kagoshima Chuo Station 〜 Kumamoto Station
One of the Three Great Castles of Japan. Currently, a special passageway allows visitors to observe the progress of restoration work following the 2016 earthquake. It is also popular as a cherry blossom viewing spot.
photo:Kumamoto Castle Office
The garden boasts 400 years of history. You can enjoy the beauty of the garden and the seasonal nature centered around a pond created by spring water.
Kumamoto Station 〜 Kokura Station
The garden boasts 450 years of history. The area is crowded with cherry blossoms in the spring and bamboo lighting events in the fall. A café is also open in the main castle tower. The Kokura Castle military forces make an appearance almost every day.
Kokura Station 〜 Kitakyushu Airport
Tour passes available in this area
