2025 Tatsugo Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Heart Rock is a heart-shaped tide pool that appears only at low tide on the coast near the village of Akaogi. It's famous as a power spot for love. Around July, the tide is at its lowest in the evening, an hour before and after 5pm, making it the most beautiful place to see. ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ Location: Heart Rock Address: Sokari, Setouchi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture Access: Approximately 2 hours by car from Amami Airport Approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Naze Port Parking: Free parking available ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ #Kagoshima #Kagoshima Tourism #Amami Oshima #Amami Tourism #Kyushu Tourism #Coast #Sea #Nature #Breathtaking Views #Ocean View #Travel with Me

📍Amami Oshima, Kagoshima Prefecture Amami Oshima is located south of Kagoshima. Located between Kagoshima Prefecture and Okinawa, the island is the third largest in Japan. Amami Oshima, with its spectacular coastline and rich virgin forests, has a unique charm. I will introduce the spots I visited this time along with my experiences. ⚫︎Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest A famous spot as the location for the movie "Godzilla vs. Mothra". It looks like Japan, but it's not Japan. The freshness of the trees and the plants you've never seen before make you think Godzilla might appear. You can hear the birds singing. Since 2019, it has become mandatory to have a certified guide accompany you on this tour. If you want to go, please make sure to book a tour 🕵🏻♀️ ⚫︎Cape Ayamaru A spectacular spot located at the northernmost tip of Amami Oshima. The blue color is so beautiful that it's amazing. It's close to the airport, so it's easy to access. You should definitely plan to see it one last time! ⚫︎Heart Rock Heart Rock is famous as a power spot for love. However, there are set times when you can see it. [At low tide, when the waves are calm an hour before and after] It's not a view you can see at any time, so be sure to check the low tide times before going to see it. ⚫︎Kagambana Sunset Only for a few days before and after the spring and autumn equinoxes, you can see the sun completely enter the "Kagambana Tunnel." It's called "Dragon's Eye" or "Dragon Eye" because it looks like a dragon's face with eyes🐉 When you go there at sunset, there are cars lined up... The photo is a little before the spot, but you can see a beautiful sunset. ※If you want to see the dragon's eye, please go early🚗 ⚫︎Amami Oshima Airport "AMAMI" sign on the roof of the airport It's a compact airport, so if you have time, please go there. _ _ _ _ _ Use this as a reference for your next trip🔖 #Kagoshima #KagoshimaTourism #AmamiOshima #RemoteIsland #RemoteIslandTrip #DomesticTrip #FreeHotelStay

I went to "Heart Rock", the most popular tourist spot on Amami Oshima ❤️ It is said that this heart-shaped tide pool only appears at low tide, but you can take a beautiful picture of Heart Rock even if it is not low tide, as long as you take a photo when the waves are not coming 📸🫶🩷 The free parking lot is very spacious 🚗💨 Except at low tide, you will probably get wet up to your knees, so I recommend a swimsuit or shorts 😘🎀✨ Heart Rock The water is beautiful, but the beach is just so beautiful~🥹🤍✨ The water is so clear that when the sun shines, the surface sparkles and it was so beautiful🩷 At Heart Rock, the sun rises from the left side and the sun sets on the right☀️ It depends on the time of year, but I went there in early October and was lucky enough to see both🥰💓 I recommend you all to go there too🎶 Photo ① Heart Rock Photo ② The ocean is so beautiful! Photo ③ The sun rises from the left side of the beach🌞 Photo ④ The sun sets on the mountain to the right of the beach Photo ⑤ Heart Rock looks like this from a little distance When it's not low tide, you'll get wet up to your knees if you get close Photo ⑥ In the woods🌿 that lead from the road to the beach, listen to the birds🕊️ #DomesticTravelLogLine #DomesticTravel #Kagoshima #AmamiOshima #HeartRock

1. Habitat Amami Oshima Heart-shaped 💗 tidal pools that can only be seen at low tide; if you set the photo you took as a wallpaper, love will come true; the best time is when the tide is below 80 cm and the weather is clear, it will appear every 12 hours low tide 1346-1 Akaogi, Tatsugo-cho, Kagoshima 🚉30 minutes drive from Amami Airport 2. Sakurai Futamiura White Torii The top 100 beaches and sunsets in Japan. The two large rocks are called "Lovers Rock". The snow-white torii gate is very popular. During the sunrise and sunset in summer, the sky will be dyed deep blue. This is called (blue hour). It is dreamy, charming and shocking, attracting many people to check in and take pictures. Shima Sakurai, Itoshima City, Fukuoka 🚉30 minutes walk from Iishida bus stop 3. Hitachi Station It doesn’t look like a station, and it has won 11 awards. It has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. There are many elegant flower chairs in the lobby. Many young people come to watch the sunrise and sunset. It is so beautiful that it is indescribable. 1-1-1 Sachimachi, Hitachi City, Ibaraki 🚉1 minute walk from JR Joban Line Hitachi Station 4. Xiatan Station The station closest to the sea in Japan has appeared in many movies and magazines. The "Sunset Terrace Concert" with the setting sun as the background is held every September. Here you have an unobstructed view of the Seto Inland Sea. The visibility is dark blue during the day and amber at dusk. It is simply unparalleled. Okubo, Futami Town, Ehime Iyo City 🚉Arrived at the exit of JR Yosan Line Shimodada Station 5. ガラスの沙浜 The beach is made up of colorful glass sand, which sparkles in the sun and is perfect for posing in the shape of a heart. Be careful not to step on it with bare feet. In addition, the sea view and natural scenery here are also beautiful. 148 Moriencho, Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture 🚉5 minutes drive from Nagasaki Airport 6. Dashan East Station An uninhabited station, but this sea is really healing. Write your wishes on a yellow handkerchief, then tie it to a shelf next to the platform and let it flutter in the sea breeze. The scenery during the day and at sunset is beautiful. 135-2 Tohei 3, Ariake Town, Shimabara City, Nagasaki 🚉You can arrive at the Dasan East Exit 7. The Holy Land for Lovers Famous as a lover's paradise, it consists of an activity area, a community area, a market area, and a luxury camping area. It has attracted much attention as a combination of sports, food, and leisure. It has many experiences and is also good at making movies. 2-201 Rinku Minahama, Sennan City, Osaka 🚉15 minutes walk from Tarui Station on Nankai Main Line

#0yentravel This is a cafe located in Amami Oshima Big Two. There are many original menu items, and you can also eat the original curry sold in the store here. Why not take a break here between shopping? The photo shows a frappe made from Amami Oshima's specialty miki and their own grown dragon fruit, a perfect drink for the hot weather on Amami Oshima! By the way, there are many local specialties in the Big Two store, so it's perfect for buying souvenirs! And for some reason, the original goods are also popular lol 📍Location: #AmamiOshima

I have been traveling for many years and often explore different places. One of the pleasures is to linger in hotels. Let me share my top five hotel recommendations in Kagoshima over the past two years! 1️⃣𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 Super considerate service, the sea view room with Sakurajima is right in front of you🌋You can enjoy the luxurious view from the room. There are many restaurants to choose from, and the buffet breakfast is of excellent quality. The most important thing is that there is an open-air bath with a spectacular view of Sakurajima. Address: Shinshoin 41-1, Kagoshima 2️⃣ 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 & 𝗦𝗽𝗮 𝗬𝗮𝗸𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 Located in a single-family villa in Yakushima, it has a beautiful sea view, a variety of drinks and food, and an ultimate luxury experience! Address: Mugio 553, Yakushima-cho 3️⃣ 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 Located in Kirishima Plateau, the scenery is stunning, the open-air baths are amazing, and the various foods and drinks🍷 make people want to relax. Address: 2583-21 Kirishimayama, Kirishimataguchi 4️⃣ 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝘂 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝗺𝗶 Located in Amami Oshima, it has an unbeatable sea view of the private beach. The unique open-air bath in the room is amazing and very suitable for couples to live in💏Address: Ashitoku800, Tatsugo Town 5️⃣ 𝗟𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 Each room has a view of Kirishima Plateau and Sakurajima, and there are private open-air baths and other facilities. The architectural style with a strong overseas feel is super attractive! 🏖️Address: Makizonocho Takachiho 3812-6 Look forward to you finding your unique experience in these selected hotels～ 🔖 #Kagoshima #KagoshimaHotel #KagoshimaTravel

Having traveled for many years, I often explore various places, and lingering in hotels is one of the joys of it. Let me share my top five hotel recommendations in Kagoshima over the past two years! 1️⃣𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 Super considerate service, you can see Sakurajima's sea view room right in front of you🌋You can enjoy a luxurious view from the room. A variety of restaurant options, the quality of the buffet breakfast is excellent🍽️The most important thing is that there is an open-air bath with a spectacular view of Sakurajima🙏Address: Shinshoin 41-1, Kagoshima 2️⃣ 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 & 𝗦𝗽𝗮 𝗬𝗮𝗸𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 Located in a detached villa in Yakushima, with beautiful sea views, a variety of drinks and food, the ultimate luxury experience! Address: Mugio 553, Yakushima-cho 3️⃣ 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 Located on the Kirishima Plateau, the scenery is stunning, the open-air bath is stunning, and the various food and wine options 🍷 make you can’t help but relax. Address: 2583-21 Kirishimayama, Kirishimataguchi 4️⃣ 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝘂 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝗺𝗶 Located on Amami Oshima, it has a private beach with unparalleled ocean views. The unique open-air bath in the room is amazing and very suitable for couples. Address: Ashitoku 800, Ryugo Town 5️⃣ 𝗟𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 Each room has views of the Kirishima Plateau and Sakurajima, as well as private open-air baths and other facilities. The architectural style with a full overseas feel is super durable! 🏖️Address: Makizonocho Takachiho 3812-6 We look forward to finding your unique experience in these selected hotels~ 🔖 #KAGOshima #KAGOshima hotel #KAGOshima travel

Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima After hiking in Yakushima, there's no better place to relax than Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima ⛰️. Take a comfortable bath in the tub♨️, and the daybed is so cozy you won't want to get up😴! The butler service and food are top-notch! Where to go tomorrow? The butler will tell you everything👌! 📍Address: Mugio 553, Yakushima Miru Amami When on a road trip to Amami Oshima, choose Miru Amami for its ocean views!🏞️ It has its own beach🏖️, and the hotel shuttle driver enthusiastically recommends places to visit and ice cream🍦, making it an unforgettable experience. The sea view villas are the perfect pick-me-up! 📍Address: 800 Ashitoku, Tatsugo-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima Choosing SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima in Kagoshima is a no-brainer! In a rush? They have a bus that goes directly to the city center, super convenient💥! Sakurajima volcano is right before your eyes, and the breakfast includes delicious Kagoshima black pork hot pot🍲! Enjoying the moon while soaking in an open-air bath at night is better than watching TV🌕! 📍Address: 41-1 Shinshoin-cho, Kagoshima City La Vista Kirishima Hills The view from the floor-to-ceiling windows at La Vista Kirishima Hills in the Kirishima Mountains is worth the room price💸! Each room has an open-air hot spring, and it feels great even when taking a cool shower! For dinner, you can enjoy Western cuisine, which is a real treat in the highlands at night! 📍Address: 3812-6 Makizonocho Takachiho Hoshino Resorts Kai Kirishima Finally, introducing 'Kai Kirishima' by Hoshino Resorts😉! A new vacation spot in the heart of the Kirishima Highlands, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Sakurajima. The open-air baths are set amidst the grasslands, allowing you to enjoy the hot springs while gazing out at Kinko Bay. Such room design is truly clever🤗! 📍Address: 2583-21 Kirishimayama, Kirishimataguchi

Hotel I stayed at during my stay on Amami Oshima [MIRU AMAMI] The room I stayed in was a private villa with a pool. The pool and balcony of the room had a view of the ocean, creating a luxurious space. I loved this room so much that I ordered some island food to go and had a relaxing girl's talk in my room. The food at the restaurant [AMANARI] attached to the hotel was also amazing. For dinner, we had a course menu made with plenty of seafood and mountain produce from Amami Oshima. For breakfast, you can choose between Japanese and Western dishes and enjoy the taste of Amami. Each dish was carefully prepared, so I was able to feel the atmosphere of Amami Oshima just by eating. And for lunch, we went to [AMANARI]. The terrace seats at the restaurant are definitely recommended! Other room types include ocean villas and hillside villas, and it's nice that they take you to your room in a cart from the front desk. You can also go down the stairs to the beach. I was very satisfied to be able to spend a relaxing and private island time at MIRU AMAMI! [MIRU AMAMI] Address: 800 Ashitoku, Tatsugo-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima TEL: 0997-55-4066 #Domestic travel #Kagoshima #Amami Oshima #Hotel #Hotel stay #Great view hotel #Ocean view

Heart Rock A famous tourist spot that no one would miss on Amami Oshima! Even if the weather is good and the waves are high, you may not be able to see it at low tide. I went there on a sunny day at low tide, but the waves were strong and I got soaked below the knees, so I recommend wearing sandals or other shoes that you don't mind getting wet! The third photo was taken from the sky with a paraglider. Access: About 11 minutes (9.7km) from Amami Airport Address: 1346-1 Akaogi, Tatsugo-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 894-0411 #HeartRock #AmamiCity #AmamiOshima #KagoshimaPrefecture