2025 Kagoshima Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#DomesticTravelTrip A recommended hidden gem and spectacular sightseeing spot in Kagoshima, where the majestic nature represented by Sakurajima is impressive ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦ 📍Spot Information #KanayamaBridge A stone bridge built over the Kanayama Road, which transported gold ore and supplies from the mine to Kajiki Port. It is said to have been built around 1880 by the Shimazu family for the management of the gold mine. You can go down to the river and see the waterfall over the arched bridge. #Arimura Lava Observatory You can see Sakurajima's lava flow up close. The lava flow, formed from the solidified lava that flowed out from the great Sakurajima eruption in 1914, spreads out all over the place. From the observation deck, you can enjoy spectacular views of Kinko Bay and Kaimon-dake. #Sugawara Shrine Arahira Tenjin A shrine in Kanoya City on the Osumi Peninsula where the god of learning, Sugawara Michizane, is enshrined. This is a rare shrine where the sandy approach leads to a small rocky area jutting out into the sea. At high tide during spring tides, it becomes an island in the sea, and at low tide, a sandbar appears, allowing you to walk to worship there. It shows different appearances depending on the time of day. #Sogi Falls The Kawauchi River and its tributaries flow through the center of the Okuchi Basin, and in the southwest of the city, it becomes "Sogi Falls" and flows into Tsuruta Dam. This waterfall, with its towering strange rocks, is 210 meters wide and 12 meters high, and has a large amount of water, making it spectacular. #Kagoshima #Sakurajima #Domestic travel #Solo travel #Girls' trip #Shrine tour

#Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Kagoshima ⛩️⛩️👉🏻👉🏻The exterior of the Ryugu Shrine on the beach is mainly red and white, and it is well maintained, which is quite conspicuous on the beach It turns out that these shells are full of words, and the locals and tourists use them for blessing and making wishes. There are shells of various shapes and special shapes🐚😆😆😆 Ryugu Shrine⛩️ is dedicated to Princess Otohime, who is the princess that Urashima Taro met in Ryugu, so the Ryugu Shrine was born Address Okagomizu Nagasaki, Yamakawa-cho, Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan

Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, is full of delicious food and historical spots. Take a stroll through the area associated with the Satsuma Domain. There are bronze statues and monuments depicting the daily life of samurai in various places in the city. The food is also very delicious! There are many delicious foods such as Kagoshima ramen, black pork tonkatsu, silver-striped herring sashimi, fresh seafood, etc., so please eat to your heart's content! #Free spots #Amazing views #Gourmet trip #Gourmet

From Amami Oshima's Koniya Port to Kakeroma Island! I was glad that the ferry was open to vehicles🛳🤍 The fare was relatively cheap, and the boat ride took about 25 minutes. You can also stay mainly on Kakeroma Island, and as the locals say, the sea on Kakeroma Island is clearer and more beautiful🏝💗 This time, I only had time and only stayed for 2 hours, but there were many tourist spots and I was able to enjoy the spectacular views even in a short time. There was also a branch of Itsukushima Shrine, which I stopped by, but the grounds were old and falling apart...🤫 Next time, I'd like to travel mainly to Kakeroma Island! There are islands around Amami Oshima, so if you like island hopping, be sure to visit ☺️🌼 #Free spot #Amazing seaside scenery #Kakeroma Island #Island hopping trip #Summer trip #Shrine #Amazing scenery #A trip to enjoy spring #Trip with children

The ultimate challenge is to get up at 4am to take the car to the trailhead and walk for ten to twelve hours (round trip, there is only one washroom throughout, most people follow the group or follow the climbing guide, I'm alone Go walk 😫 There is still a sky non-stop so rain, just hiking is easy, a small part also climb rocks, through the stream, physical strength little D is not good, have thought of giving up, but this time to give up, next I don't know when there will be such an opportunity again. In fact, there were many people climbing together that day, so it was very safe. #hiking #I miss #residentwriter

A bed and breakfast located in Yakushima, to take the bus, the location is actually near the bus station, but the bus service is sparse, to calibrate the time, the homestay is like a villa, divided into two floors, a group of people to live is no problem, homestay owner, friendly, delicious food, quiet and beautiful surroundings, really seems to blend into nature, later have the opportunity to introduce Yakushima fun and other places! #I miss #residentwriter #affordablehotels

Nagata Inakahama is famous among the remote islands of Yakushima in Kagoshima Prefecture. This is actually a place where sea turtles lay their eggs! When it's the egg-laying season, sea turtles come up to this beach, dig into the sand, and lay their eggs in it. During the daytime, the long sandy beach, blue sea, and sky are very beautiful, and it is also said to be a beach with beautiful sunsets. It is said that sea turtles come to lay their eggs especially at night, but the people of the island teach tourists etiquette such as turning on your headlights when driving around Inakahama from 9pm to 3am through leaflets, so we hope to continue to preserve the environment where sea turtles can lay their eggs. 📍Yakushima, Nagata Inakahama 🗾 Nagata, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-4201 #Remote island trip #sea #Yakushima #sea turtles #seaside scenery #World Heritage #Supporting tourism #Amazing scenery

On our last day on Yakushima, we went to a secret spot that we were told about by the souvenir shop "Pukarido" 🏖🐠☀️ It's about a 5-minute drive from Pukarido 🚗 ³₃ As we walked along the narrow, unpaved gravel road, we discovered a small path that led to the sea 👀 When we went through that path!!! The cliffs make you feel like you're overseas, and the sparkling blue sea spreads out before you😍 This is a hidden spot in Yakushima that only a few people know about✌️ Actually, this is the site of Hayasaki Mine, a mine where tungsten was once mined, and it is said that it was called Crystal Cape because crystals were mixed in😌 The cliffs with their many layers of rock really make you feel like you're at a World Heritage Site😳✨ As an adventurer, I, of course, did some natural rock climbing all the way to the tip of the cape~ It's a recommended spot for adults to return to their childhood🌈 I was also able to get a good view of Tanegashima~ #Yakushima #Kagoshima #CrystalCape #Cliff #Cliff #RockClimbing #SeasideScenery #HistoricalSites #RemoteIslandTrip #Pukarido #TripToEnjoySpring #InstagramMakesYourPhotos #AmazingNature #TripToVisitRemoteIslands #SupportTourism #BreathtakingViews

Okawa Falls is one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls! A popular spot among the many waterfalls on Yakushima🎶 It is also one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls, and boasts the largest drop in Kyushu at 88 meters! The water spray is just amazing!!! You can climb over the rocks and get close to the waterfall basin😉 When we went, it had been raining until the day before so the water was more intense than usual and very impressive⭐ #World Natural Heritage #Remote Island Trip #Yakushima #Kagoshima #Okawa Falls #Trip to Enjoy Spring #Amazing Nature #Trip to Visit Remote Islands #Support Tourism #Breathtaking Scenery

World Natural Heritage Jomon Cedar 🌳✨ A 10-hour round trip trek from the Arakawa trailhead ⛰ First, we walk along the 8km long trolley road 🚶 Even though it was a flat road, walking up a gentle slope was harder than we imagined. . Our friends were lively at first, but gradually they started to talk less...lol Fortunately, the weather was good and the sunlight shone through the trees, making it very beautiful ☀️ The moss, unique to Yakushima, was shiny green and really cute ☺️ It was like the world of Princess Mononoke! After about 2 and a half hours, we arrived at the end of the trolley road, and this is where the real climbing begins! First, we climbed a steep slope to the first photo spot, Wilson Stump❤ Wilson Stump is a stump of a Yakusugi tree that is about 3000 years old, and it was cut down by order of Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1586. When you look up from a certain spot in the hollow, it looks like a heart, so it is a very popular photo spot, and many people were lined up at this time as well🎶 After enjoying some of the sights, we continued walking for another 2 hours and finally found Jomon Sugi! ! ! ! It is said to be the oldest cedar, estimated to be 7200 years old, and its appearance was spectacular👏🏻 Unfortunately, to prevent damage to the cedar, we had to view it from a deck a little away, but seeing a cedar that was dozens of times larger than the ones we usually see, made all the fatigue from the trekking up until then disappear! The lunch we ate outside after walking was also great💕 2 nights and 3 days still wasn't enough walking! ! Next time, I'll try climbing a mossy forest or mountain 🥰 #Kagoshima #Yakushima #Remote island trip #World Natural Heritage Site #Jomon Cedar #Trekking #Spring trip #Amazing nature #Remote island trip #Support tourism #Breathtaking views

Right next to Sakurajima in Kagoshima Prefecture! A shop in Tarumi where you can drink juice made by a vegetable sommelier 🥤 The fresh juice drinks made by vegetable sommelier Mommy from Kagoshima are exceptional! There are various flowers blooming in each season behind the shop, and it feels great to drink a drink on the terrace! In addition to juice, they also serve delicious lunches, so why not drop by?! #Kagoshima #Sakurajima #A trip to enjoy spring #Famous flower spots #Couple trip #Support tourism #Gourmet trip

If you're looking to buy souvenirs on Yakushima, we recommend "Pukarido"♪♪ They have souvenirs that are unique to Yakushima, such as Mitake (alcohol) that is only available on the island, tangerine juice and sweets, and flying fish products✨ They also sell cute accessories💎 Please check them out! #supporttourism #Yakushima #Worldnaturalheritage #remoteislandtrip #triptovisitremoteislands#souvenirs#supporttourism

The famous Yakusugi trees, such as Jomon Sugi and Daio Sugi, can only be seen by hiking, but the only one that can be reached by car is the "Kigensugi" cedar. ✨ The power of this giant tree, said to be 3000 years old, is truly amazing...!! ! ! ! It's also great that you can get so close you can almost touch it◎ Even if you're not a fan of hiking, you can easily go and see it, so please give it a go♪ #supporttourism #Yakushima #WorldNaturalHeritage #RemoteIslandTrip #AmazingNature #RemoteIslandTrip #SupportTourism #BreathtakingView

Kuromi-dake, with an elevation of 1,831m, is one of Kyushu's 100 famous mountains. After about a 30-minute walk, you will enter the World Heritage site.✨ When I climbed in May, the Yakushima rhododendrons were in full bloom, showing a beautiful contrast between their cute pink and fresh green.🌸🌿 The view from the top was amazing, and it felt so good to lie down! #supporttourism #Yakushima #mountaineering #worldheritagesite #famousflowers #remoteislandtrip #amazingnature #triptoremoteislands #supporttourism #greatviews

The Yodo River passes on the way to climbing Mount Kuromi in Yakushima. The water is so clear, the surrounding trees are beautiful, and the whole area is a green world🌿 When the light shines in, it becomes even more fantastical✨ There are plants near the river that I have never seen before!! It was a place that made me want to stare at it forever. #supporttourism #Yakushima #WorldNaturalHeritage #remoteislandtravel #amazingnature #triptoremoteislands #supporttourism #greatviews

A huge rock, commonly known as "Tofu Rock", can be seen while climbing Mt. Kuromi in Yakushima. Why tofu? ? I wondered, but when I saw it from the angle of the third photo, it somehow made sense! It looks like sliced ​​tofu... so it seems to be called that 😳 A huge rock on the top of the mountain...!! It was a very strange sight. The second photo shows an alpaca in front of the spot where you can see Tofu Rock (lol) If you go, try to find it too 🦙💕 #SupportTourism #Yakushima #WorldNaturalHeritage #RemoteIslandTrip #AmazingNature #RemoteIslandTrip #SupportTourism #BreathtakingView

Hananoegawa in Yakushima is the southernmost highland marsh in Japan, located at an altitude of 1,640m. You can see rare alpine plants here, and enjoy the fantastic scenery of the beautiful mountains. When I visited in May, I was able to see the cute pink Yakushima rhododendrons along the way. #supporttourism #Yakushima #Worldnaturalheritagesite #remoteislandtrip #famousflowerspots #triptovisitremoteislands #amazingnature #supporttourism #greatviews

Yakushima has nature that even people who think that Jomon Cedar is quite difficult and tough can experience. There are many places that are relatively easy to access, such as Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge, which is said to be the model for the setting of Princess Mononoke, and the majestic Chihiro Falls. One of the charms of Yakushima is that you can do as you like according to your physical strength and length of stay. #Remote Island Trip #Amazing Views #Yakushima #Amazing Views

This photo was taken during a trek to Jomon Cedar, deep in Yakushima, a registered World Heritage Site. There isn't much elevation change to call it a trek, but since it's a long walk, we get ready before dawn and set off at sunrise. The rich and precious nature and various scenery along the way are thrilling. It's a very difficult journey, but it's worth the effort. #RemoteIslandTrip #AmazingView #Yakushima #AmazingView

Usually the appearance is beautiful and the taste will be bad, but this white bear ice is unexpectedly good, because every bite of shaved ice is really milky flavor, unlike those in Hong Kong, only ice, no sweetness. So eating this ice is very satisfying, two people share the large size is ok. #foodie

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 The sushi restaurant in the AEON mall in Kagoshima is a very popular local food spot. The store has a simple and bright interior and offers fresh and diverse sushi options, from classic tuna and salmon to Kagoshima's specialty yellowtail. The chef has superb skills and the ingredients are delivered directly every day to ensure a delicious taste. In addition to à la carte dishes, there are also value-for-money combos, suitable for family 🏡 or friends 🧑🤝🧑 gatherings. With friendly service and reasonable prices, it is a great place to enjoy Japanese delicacies after shopping. Whether locals or tourists, everyone can experience the authentic sushi flavor here. Our family all ate many different kinds of fingers, they were divine, we will definitely order them again next time

Sakurajima Ferry This is a ferry that travels between Sakurajima and Kagoshima City🛥️ It's incredibly cheap at only 250 yen one way for adults! It takes you to Sakurajima in about 15 minutes✨️ This ferry also sells food inside the shop, and they are especially famous for their "Yabukin" udon noodles, which can be eaten for just 500 yen! The ferry itself is open 24 hours a day, but the shops on the ferry close early in the evening, so be careful ⚠️ It gets there in no time, so I ate my udon pretty quickly because I wanted to take photos too 😂 Boarding fee: ・Adults 250 yen ・Children (1 year old to elementary school students) 130 yen Yabukin Business hours: ■Departing from Kagoshima Port ＜Weekdays＞8:00-16:40 ＜Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays＞8:00-17:00 ■Departing from Sakurajima Port ＜Weekdays＞8:25-17:05 ＜Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays＞8:25-17:30 #0 yen trip #Kagoshima City #Kagoshima #Kagoshima sightseeing #Kagoshima trip #Sakurajima #Sakurajima ferry

Kamimachi no Mori Park A beautifully maintained park in Kagoshima City🛝 I stopped by while walking around Kagoshima City! There are public toilets🚻 The grass area is about 3,200 m2! I visited in the evening, and there was a group of about 30 students having a barbecue on the grass area, so it felt lively😆 There were also many people walking their dogs and running, and it felt like a place of relaxation for the locals✨️ Address: 2-20 Hamamachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture #0 yen trip #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima sightseeing #Kagoshima #Kagoshima city

Fukufuku Established in 1975 in Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, this restaurant is said to have originated in Kagoshima! 🍴 I visited the Bayside store after being recommended by a person from Kagoshima Prefecture! They are proud of their udon, soba and Japanese cuisine, which are served with Satsuma Ichiban Dashi, made with natural ingredients✨️ Although they have many stores, this is a restaurant that you won't find in other areas, so please stop by if you have the chance👍 ※Bayside store Business hours: 11:00-20:30 (order stop) 21:00 (close) Address: Inside Bayside Plaza, Sakurajima Pier, Kagoshima Station, Hamamachi 2, Kagoshima City #0 yen trip #Kagoshima #Kagoshima sightseeing #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima city

"Portrait of Young Satsuma" by Shinya Nakamura This statue pays tribute to the Satsuma students who contributed to the modernization of Japan! It is located in the East Exit Plaza of Kagoshima Chuo Station. It was erected in 1982 to commemorate the city's achievement of a population of 500,000, and its creator, Shinya Nakamura, also created the statue of Toshimichi Okubo✨️ Events are regularly held at the East Exit Plaza, overlooking the lively streets of Kagoshima, it was a very tall, impressive and cool statue🙌 Address: East Exit Plaza in front of JR Kagoshima Chuo Station, Chuo-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture Access: 1 minute walk from JR Kagoshima Chuo Station #0 yen trip #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima sightseeing #Kagoshima #Kagoshima city

AMU Plaza Kagoshima Ferris Wheel "AMU-LAN" This Ferris wheel is like a symbol of Kagoshima Chuo Station 🎡 The ride takes about 14 minutes and 30 seconds, and it climbs to a maximum height of 91m! As soon as you climb, you can see Sakurajima ⛰️ There are two "see-through gondolas" with transparent floors, ceilings, and bench seats, so I tried riding them, but I had to wait about 7 and a half minutes for each one, and there were only two groups in front of me, so we lined up for about 15 minutes...! But the view from the see-through felt even more special because I had to wait ✨️ Address: 6F, AMU Plaza Kagoshima Main Building, 1-1 Chuo-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture Price: ・Adults ¥500 ・Children (3 years old or older, high school students or younger) ¥300 #0 yen trip #Kagoshima sightseeing #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima city #Mall with Ferris wheel #Ferris wheel

Remains of Saigo Mansion In Saigo Park in Kagoshima City, there is the remains of the mansion where Saigo Takamori lived for four years until the outbreak of the Seinan War! In addition to the bronze statue and the remains of the mansion, there is also a well that Saigo Takamori used at the time on the premises 🚰 When I went there, I saw local children playing and old men taking walks, so it felt like a normal park! 🛝 It's just the right distance for a walk from Kagoshima Chuo Station 👍 Address: Take 2, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture Access: About a 10-minute walk from Kagoshima Chuo Station #0 yen trip #Kagoshima #Kagoshima City #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima sightseeing #Saigo Takamori

Kagoshima Sun Royal Hotel This is the hotel where I stayed during my trip to Kagoshima! It also has a wedding hall, and is tall enough to overlook Sakurajima! ⛰️ It has a hot spring facility, and although it was dark at night and couldn't be seen, you can enjoy Sakurajima in the morning👀 A free shuttle bus🚌 runs between Kagoshima Chuo Station, Tenmonkan, and the hotel, and even during peak hours there is only one bus per hour, and many buses don't pass through Tenmonkan, so be sure to time it accordingly🕒 The breakfast buffet was all-you-can-eat Kagoshima satsumaage and kibinago😋 There were many solo guests, and it was extremely comfortable! Address: 1-8-10 Yojiro, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture #0 yen trip #Kagoshima #Kagoshima City #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima Sun Royal Hotel