Chiran-cho Kori, Minami-Kyushu City, Kagoshima Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
The Sata Naotada Garden in Minami Kyushu, Kagoshima, is a mid-Edo period samurai residence garden featuring a unique defensive design with a 'folding screen rock' at the entrance. The garden offers scenic views of Mt. Haha-ga-take, a meticulously crafted artificial hill, a 3.5-meter standing stone, and a dry waterfall arrangement. It's known for its continental influence and ink-wash painting aesthetic. Located in Chiran, it's accessible by a 70-minute bus ride from Kagoshima Central Station. Admission is ¥530 for adults and ¥320 for children, granting access to all samurai residence gardens. A must-see for history and garden enthusiasts.