Reimeikan (Kagoshima Prefecture History and Art Center) (鹿児島県歴史・美術センター黎明館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

The former residence of the Shimazu clan, who ruled Satsuma Domain throughout the Edo period. Though no keep survives, the original stone walls and water moat still convey the castle's historical character. The adjoining Reimeikan displays a wide array of materials on Satsuma history and culture, as well as artifacts from the Satsuma Rebellion, allowing visitors to understand how Kagoshima came to be. This location nicely complements the panoramic views seen from Shiroyama Observatory.

Tips

About 10 minutes by car from Shiroyama Park Observatory. Admission to Reimeikan is required. In summer, exploring the outdoor castle ruins can be tiring in the heat, so resting and cooling off inside the museum is recommended.

Best time to visit

Approximately 1 hour. Following castle-ruins exploration with a museum visit flows smoothly.

Access & map

Shiroyama-cho 7−2, Kagoshima, Kagoshima 〒892-0853