Kagoshima

About Kagoshima

Kagoshima Prefecture, located at the southern tip of Kyushu, is known for its active volcano Sakurajima, rich samurai history, and subtropical islands. With dramatic landscapes, relaxing hot springs, and unique local cuisine, Kagoshima offers a blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.

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Local Food

  • Kurobuta Pork: Kagoshima’s famous Berkshire pork
  • Satsuma-age: Deep-fried fish cake, a regional specialty
  • Keihan: Chicken rice soup from Amami Oshima
  • Shirokuma: Shaved ice dessert topped with condensed milk and fruit

How to Get There

  • Airports: Kagoshima Airport
  • Shinkansen: Kagoshima-Chuo Station on the Kyushu Shinkansen
  • Access: About 1.5 hours from Osaka by plane, 4 hours from Fukuoka by Shinkansen

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