Kagoshima

Known as a symbol of Kagoshima, this active volcano offers views of volcanic terrain and the scenery of Kinko Bay.

Sakurajima’s attractions are spread far apart, so decide in advance how you will get around, such as by car or bicycle, if you plan to explore beyond the harbor area.

This facility offers information about Sakurajima.

This heritage site shows the process of Sakurajima's major eruption.

This is the highest point on Sakurajima that general visitors can reach. It offers views over the city and bay.

This observation point is on a hill formed by lava that flowed out during the major eruption of 1946. From the lava walking trail, visitors can see Sakurajima and Kinko Bay.

This is an observation spot on Sakurajima. Nearby is The Screaming Statue, commemorating singer Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi's 2004 concert on Sakurajima.

This is an observation deck on Sakurajima near Akamizu Observatory Square. The walk between the two observation decks is described as about 10 minutes.

This shrine is a 2-minute walk from Sakurajima Port.

Tsukiyomi Shrine is close to the ferry terminal, but visiting requires climbing stairs, so check the route if walking is difficult.

This footbath is at the foot of an active volcano. Kagoshima City's tourism information describes it as one of the largest in Japan.

The footbath at Lava Nagisa Park may be too crowded to use, so check seats farther inside instead of only near the busy entrance.

Mountain bikes can be rented at the Sakurajima Visitor Center. The suggested route includes Arimura Lava Observatory and the buried Kurokami Torii Gate.

This museum exhibits personal effects, portraits, and related materials of the Imperial Japanese Army special attack corps members who departed from Chiran.

This district retains samurai residences and gardens from the Edo period. Seven historic residences are featured.