166-1 Tatsugo, Tatsugo-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Explore the Saigo Nanshu Exile Site, where Saigo Takamori, a significant figure in Japanese history, spent time in exile from 1859 to 1861. Located in Tatsugo, Amami Oshima, this historical site offers a glimpse into Saigo's life during his time on the island. During this period, he married Aigana and had two children. The site features a stone monument erected by Katsu Yasuyoshi (Kaishu) and displays artifacts related to Saigo Takamori. The site is a 40-minute drive from Naze Port or 25 minutes from Amami Airport. Admission is ¥200 for adults and ¥100 for children.