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Kamou-fumoto Samurai Residence Street (蒲生麓武家屋敷通り)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Look up at the great camphor tree of Kamou, one of Japan's largest giant trees

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 75 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Take a break with a light meal in the town center

About this spot

This area preserves the townscape of a fumoto, a samurai residence district formed under the Satsuma domain's outer-castle system. Walking along the quiet streets lined with stone walls and hedges, you can sense the region's history dating back to the Edo period. After viewing the great camphor tree at Kamou Hachiman Shrine, this is a perfect time to take a relaxed stroll through the quiet old town. Walk with your family and imagine what daily life was like here in the past.

Tips

Within walking distance of Kamou Hachiman Shrine. The summer sun can be strong, so don't forget a hat, sun protection, and water. Some sections along the stone walls have uneven footing, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.