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鹿児島県 · Kyushu Region

Kagoshima Hidden Gems

The volcanic south — an active cone smoking across the bay from downtown, sand baths on the coast, and an ancient cedar forest offshore.

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Climate & Best Season

Subtropical, hot and very wet, with typhoons in late summer and ashfall from Sakurajima. Mild winters; spring and autumn are easiest.

Famous For (Food)

  • Kurobuta pork
  • Satsuma-age
  • Shochu
  • Kibinago

Signature Sights

  • Sakurajima volcano
  • Ibusuki sand baths
  • Sengan-en garden
  • Yakushima cedar forest (UNESCO)