Forecast of full bloom. More Info. The prefecture is incredibly active geologically and is home to the great volcanoes of Mt. Kirishima and Mt. A beneficial side effect of these volcanoes is a number of fantastic onsen facilities that range 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. How to Get There. The magnificent views of Mt. Explore Kagoshima by Area. Trending Attractions in Kagoshima. Local Specialties. Karukan Made from a dough of rice flour, grated yam and sugar formed into dumplings and filled with sweet bean paste, karukan are then steamed into a delicious, spongy cake. Kagoshima Shochu Kagoshima specializes in sweet potato shochu.
Kagoshima Beef Japanese black wagyu cattle raised in the sunshine of Kagoshima are the most numerous of all Japanese wagyu breeds. Satsuma Ware Kagoshima is heaven for pottery lovers. Oshima Pongee Silk Honba Oshima tsumugi is a woven silk fabric typically used for making kimono. Seasonal Highlights. Spring Kagoshima Castle is filled with cherry blossoms, and people head for the primeval forests of Yakushima while temperatures are comfortable and there is little rainfall.
Summer Kagoshima offers some of Japan's best spots for water sports, including diving, snorkeling and surfing at Amami Oshima and its surrounding islands. Winter Winter is the perfect time to soak in the soothing waters of Kirishima Onsen, home to over a dozen different hot spring baths.
Related Links. Explore Nearby Prefectures. Helpful Links. About JNTO. Enjoy Marine Cab in the ocean around Kagoshima. Tour around Sakurajima View more. Kayaking while viewing Sakurajima View more.
Famous for Shirokuma shaved ice, a Kagoshima specialty View more. Shaved ice made of natural water by an ice manufacturer View more. Snorkeling in the clear water with colorful tropical fish View more. Great spot for viewing Sakurajima and the site of the last fierce battle of samurai warriors. Relaxing park surrounded by nature in historical area. Enjoy magnificent Sakurajima in a sea breeze during this min.
A worth seeing collection of modern Western paintings and traditional crafts View more. The winter illumination near Kagoshima City Hall View more. Kagoshima City Tram. Tram lines run through most of the city. Kagoshima City View Bus. Tour the key tourist sites in the city on a tour bus from Kagoshima Chuo Station.
Sakurajima Ferry. Perfect for tourists who want to see Sakurajima, this ferry line connects Kagoshima and Sakurajima ports. Each cruise takes about 15 minutes and ferries are available 24 hours a day. Ohara Festival. About 20, people from approximately dance associations participate from home and abroad. This is the largest autumn festival in South Kyushu where participants dance through the main street. The summer festival of Kagoshima, which is held at temples and shrines from July to August.
Lanterns are lit and the temples and shrines bustle with many outdoor stands.
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