Welcome to the “Naples of the East!” Kagoshima Prefecture is located at the southernmost point of Kyushu and home to the great volcanoes of Mt Kirishima and Mt Sakurajima. A steady trickle of smoke and ash emerges from Sakurajima’s caldera, punctuated by louder mini-eruptions on an almost daily basis. Kagoshima has a bay called Kagoshima Bay (Kinkowan), which is sandwiched by two peninsulas, Satsuma and Ōsumi. Its position made it a ‘gateway’ to Japan at various times in history. With its warm climate, coastal location, and varied geography, Kagoshima offers scenic views, outdoor sports, and gourmet food and drink, attracting millions of people each year.
Destinations
Kagoshima is surrounded by great volcanoes, and as a result, it has several fantastic onsen towns ranging from traditional baths to beachside sand baths in the shadow of Sakurajima. Island life is a huge part of Kagoshima Prefecture, and any visitor should consider spending as much time as possible off the mainland.
Kagoshima City
The prefectural capital often compared to Naples due to mild climate and palm tree lined streets
Amami Oshima
Subtropical island between Okinawa and Kagoshima
Yakushima
The inspiration for Ghibli's movie Princess Mononoke
Kirishima
An active volcanic mountain range popular for hiking
Satsuma Peninsula
Rural peninsula with hot springs, cultural sites and natural attractions
Sakurajima
The symbol of Kagoshima; one of Japan's most active volcanoes
We arrange a wide array of meal choices for you, from Japanese traditional set meals, all you can eat, to local and seasonal specialties. Join us in exploring the taste of Japan!
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Different regions have their own traditional recipes and agricultural farming system. Many of the regional dishes can only be tasted in the original area they came from.
Satsumaage
Satsumaage is a fried fish cake made from surimi (a fish paste that is also used to make imitation crab meat). The type of fish used in the paste can vary but is often bonito, mackerel, or sardines. It’s said to be based on a traditional dish from the former Ryukyu Kingdom (modern-day Okinawa) that was introduced to the Satsuma region (modern-day Kagoshima). It’s typically eaten dipped in soy sauce or as an ingredient in dishes like oden.
Satsuma Shocu
Shochu is a clear, distilled liquor with an alcohol content of about 25%, that is popular across Japan, but especially in Kyushu. The shochu that is unique to Kagoshima is made from local sweet potatoes (Satsumaimo). In Kagoshima, Satsumo Shochu is served warm with water to draw out the aroma and flavor.
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Experience
Whether this is your first time visiting, or returning, make sure to participate in these unique activities, that cannot be done elsewhere!
Distillery Tour
Bento Workshop
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Recommended Hotels
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Dormy Inn Kagoshima
JR Kyushu Hotel Kagoshima
Kagoshima Tokyu REI Hotel
Art Hotel Kagoshima
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