Question 1

How do I get there from Kagoshima-Chuo Station?

Accepted Answer

About 8 minutes' walk from Kagoshima-Chuo Station. By tram, alight at the Kajiyacho stop and walk about 3 minutes. It is also within walking distance of Tenmonkan.

Question 2

What is the Restoration Theatre?

Accepted Answer

It is a live comic history play in which actors take the parts of great figures connected with Kagoshima. It is performed twice a day, morning and afternoon, at weekends (it may be suspended for operational reasons), currently as a special programme marking the 200th anniversary of Saigo's birth.

Question 3

Are there guided tours?

Accepted Answer

The director (a history interpreter) and a special adviser give guided tours of the displays on Saturday and Sunday mornings and afternoons (they may be suspended for operational reasons). They are free to join.

Question 4

Are there other sights nearby?

Accepted Answer

Historic sites connected with the Restoration are dotted around, including Saigo Takamori's birthplace and the site of Okubo Toshimichi's former residence. A walk along the History Road path beside the Kotsuki River is a good way to take in the history of modern Japan.

Question 5

What are the opening hours and closed days?

Accepted Answer

Open 9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30), all year round. It may close at short notice for renovation work. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Question 6

Is it enjoyable for children?

Accepted Answer

With film, games and hands-on displays, visitors of all ages can learn about Kagoshima's history while enjoying themselves. Subjects such as the goju education system are presented in accessible, hands-on form.

Question 7

Are there displays about Saigo Takamori?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Close to Saigo Takamori's birthplace, the museum presents the achievements of Saigo, Okubo Toshimichi, Komatsu Tatewaki and other great figures Satsuma produced, through displays, film and robots. There is also a corner on NHK historical dramas such as Segodon.

Question 8

How long does a visit take?

Accepted Answer

Seeing the galleries, the dramas and the hands-on displays takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. The dramas run alternately at about 25 and 20 minutes, so checking the timetable before you go in makes for an efficient visit.

Question 9

Is there a discount for Kagoshima residents?

Accepted Answer

There is a rate for Kagoshima City residents. Visitors aged 70 and over who live in Kagoshima, Kumamoto, Fukuoka or Kitakyushu City are also exempt from admission (documents proving address and age are required).

Question 10

What should I see at the Museum of the Meiji Restoration?

Accepted Answer

The main attraction is the Restoration Experience Hall on the first basement level. Life-size robots of Saigo Takamori and Okubo Toshimichi perform on a multi-screen stage in The Road to the Restoration (about 25 minutes) and Satsuma Students Head West, about the domain's students in Britain (about 20 minutes), shown alternately.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There is a car park at the museum. Spaces are limited, so please use a coin car park nearby when it is busy. The museum is within walking distance of Kagoshima-Chuo Station, so public transport is also recommended.

Question 12

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 13

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Please see the official website for details (prices were revised on 1 October 2025; there is a rate for Kagoshima City residents).

Question 14

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Open all year (with occasional closures for renovation work and similar).

Question 15

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30).

Question 16

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 8 minutes' walk from Kagoshima-Chuo Station, and within walking distance of Tenmonkan. About 3 minutes' walk from the Kajiyacho tram stop.

Question 17

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

23-1 Kajiyacho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture

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