Unique History of the Arrival of Christianity Tour in Kagoshima

It was here in Kagoshima that Christianity was first introduced to Japan in the Far East during the Age of Exploration in 16th century Europe. This tour will explore how the missionary activities of Francis Xavier were accepted in this land of Shintoism and Buddhism, by visiting the centers of the three religions and comparing them.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Kagoshima St. Xavier's Cathedral, 13-42 Terukunicho, Kagoshima 892-0841 Kagoshima Prefecture

Kagoshima was the first place where Christianity was introduced in Japan in the mid-16th century.
This church was built in 1908 as the first full-scale stone cathedral church in Japan but was destroyed by fire in 1945, during WWII. It has been rebuilt twice since then. Here visitors can learn why Xavier came to Kagoshima and the history of the hardships of Christianity in Japan after its introduction to Japan and its current situation.


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Terukuni Shrine, 19-35 Terukunicho, Kagoshima 892-0841 Kagoshima Prefecture

shrine

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Nishi Hongan-ji Temple Kagoshima Betsu-in, 21-38 Higashisengokucho, Kagoshima 892-0842 Kagoshima Prefecture

temple

Duration: 20 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"The remaining 25 minutes is for walking to move next destination. The three attractions are located very closer to walk without using any transportation. It takes about 15 minutes to move from No1 spot to No.2 and from No2 to No.3 is 10 minutes' walk. Then total duration is for 2 hours."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Hora de Inicio:
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Unique History of the Arrival of Christianity Tour in Kagoshima
2/5/2024 - 4/23/2025

Monday - Sunday :

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Duración: 2 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Xavier Park, 4-1 Higashisengokuchō, Kagoshima, 892-0842, Japan

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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• All Fees and Taxes

No Incluye

• Bottled water
• Private transportation

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