[2025 Kagoshima Attraction] Travel guide for Ferry Boarding to Sakurajima (updated Dec)

We've created an English version of the Japanese text you specified below. 10 Recommended Spots for Your Trip to Kagoshima We've carefully selected spots where you can enjoy nature, gourmet food, and hot springs. * Ogawa Falls - A beautiful emerald-green waterfall. A spectacular photo spot! * Kirishima Jingu Shrine - A power spot to pray for a safe journey. * Café de Marie - A cafe with a spectacular view of Sakurajima. * Mujaki's Shirokuma - Don't miss the shaved ice, a Kagoshima specialty! * View Sakurajima from a Boat - The power of an active volcano seen from the sea. * Takiniku no Mise Gyuchan Honten - A local Kagoshima delicacy that's neither hot pot nor yakiniku. * Jambo Mochi - Eat this fragrant and sweet local sweet as you stroll around. * Connect with nature - Experience the great outdoors around the Kirishima Mountains and Sakurajima. * Relax in a hot spring - Reset your travel fatigue at Kirishima Onsen or Ibusuki Onsen. * Sogi Falls - A spectacular waterfall known as the Niagara of the Orient. A travel plan packed with the charm of Kagoshima. Where would you like to go? 10 Recommended Spots for a Kagoshima Trip Here is a curated list of spots to fully enjoy nature, gourmet food, and hot springs. * Ogawa Falls: A stunning waterfall with emerald-green water. A perfect photo spot! * Kirishima Jingu Shrine: A powerful spiritual spot to pray for a safe journey. * Café de Marie: A café with a spectacular view of Sakurajima. * Mujaki's Shirokuma: You can't miss this Kagoshima specialty shaved ice! * View Sakurajima from a boat: Experience the power of the active volcano from the sea. * Takiniku no Mise Gyuchan Honten: A local Kagoshima specialty that's neither hot pot nor yakiniku. * Jambo Mochi: Walk around and enjoy this fragrant and sweet local confection. * Connect with nature: Experience the grand nature of the Kirishima mountain range and the area around Sakurajima. * Relax in a hot spring: Reset from your travels at Kirishima Onsen or Ibusuki Onsen. * Sogi Falls: A powerful waterfall known as the "Niagara of the East." This travel plan is packed with the charm of Kagoshima. Which spot would you like to visit? #Kagoshima #kagoshima #kyushu

You can head to Sakurajima ⛴️ by ferry from Kagoshima City! Cars are welcome! 🚢 You can even get udon noodles at the onboard shop! You'll arrive at Sakurajima in no time, and you'll find a park with a foot bath nearby. The foot bath is free! There's also a visitor center nearby, where you can learn about Sakurajima's history for free. They also sell souvenirs. 🌋 On top of the mountain, there's the Natural Dinosaur Park, full of dinosaurs! It's spacious, has slides, and even some athletic equipment, so kids will have a blast! 🦖 When the weather's nice, Sakurajima and the blue ocean are stunning! 😍

#0YenTravel2025Autumn Day 1: Sengan-en Garden - Shiroyama Observatory - Tenmonkan Day 2: Ibusuki - Sakurajima - Io World Kagoshima Aquarium Recommended Spots ・The stylish Starbucks about a 5-minute walk from Sengan-en Garden ・The free outdoor footbath is great for relaxing before your flight back ♨️ Towel vending machines available Recommended Food ・Tonkatsu Taketei The meat is so tender and delicious 😋 ・Mujakino Shirokuma You can't say Kagoshima without trying this 😉 Purchased a commemorative ticket, certificate, and mango ice cream at the souvenir shop next to the southernmost station 🥭 Travel by train, bus, tram, and ferry (discount free passes available)

Kagoshima, a small city in Kyushu Places to Visit Sakurajima Volcano This is an active volcano, and you can take a ferry from Kagoshima to enjoy a free foot bath and the beautiful scenery. Take your time and relax with a leisurely stroll around Sakurajima Island, or even enjoy the magma hot springs. Sengan-en Garden Enjoy the neatly manicured garden and old houses. The view of Sakurajima Volcano from the garden makes for a perfect photo spot. It's a great place to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the scenery. #Kagoshima #KagoshimaTravel #Sakurajima #SakurajimaIsland #Sengan-en #KagoshimaStation

📅 Travel Itinerary Day 1: Kagoshima Day 2: Miyazaki Day 3: Miyazaki 🏨 Accommodation: Art Hotel Kagoshima, Nichinan Prince, Art Hotel Miyazaki 🍴 Food Spot: Kagoshima shaved ice 📌 Useful Tips: If you have a car, Miyazaki's markets are small, but fruit and other items are cheap! The mangoes and melons were delicious in July, and the deals were so good I was impressed.

Although I've visited Kagoshima several times, this was my first time going to Sakurajima. I had avoided it before because I didn’t want to be restricted by the ferry schedule, but to my surprise, there are plenty of ferry departures! 🫢 The waiting time wasn’t long, and the ferry fare can even be paid cashlessly. Onboard, there was even a udon shop. On the top deck, feeling the breeze and imagining myself in a Titanic-like moment, we arrived in no time 🏝️. I enjoyed a free foot bath 🦵, bought some souvenirs like postcards and magnets, and then took the ferry back. The foot bath helped relieve the fatigue from traveling, and I was practically skipping down the steps when disembarking 👣. ⛴️ Price per person: ¥250 one way

When visiting Kagoshima, taking a ferry to Sakurajima is a must. In just a 15-minute ride, you can reach this 77-square-kilometer active volcano. Sakurajima is a composite volcano made up of three peaks: Kitadake, Nakadake, and Minamidake. Historically, this island was strategically significant for monitoring all directions and was called Mukojima. It wasn't until the Satsuma Domain period that it was officially named Sakurajima. Originally, over 20,000 people lived on the island, but after the major eruption during the Taisho era, the population significantly decreased. Combined with the persistent volcanic ash, many residents relocated, leaving only about 4,000 people today. Next to the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal, you'll find a striking mini pink torii gate belonging to Itsukushima Shrine, dedicated to the deity of fishing. In ancient times, fishermen would come here to pray for safe voyages. It is said to have been here since the Taisho era, and today, the mini shrine and torii still stand by the port, protecting the ships that come and go. Near the terminal, there's a park with a footbath. While soaking your feet, you might encounter stray cats seeking attention, making for a relaxing moment under the sun. You can also take a sightseeing bus to the Lava Observatory to explore the natural wonders formed by the volcano. However, the sightseeing bus runs only once an hour, so be sure to check the schedule in advance. 📍Address: 61-4 Yokoyamacho, Sakurajima, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 🚗 From Kagoshima-Chuo Station, take a train to Suizokukan-mae Station, then transfer to the city ferry for a 15-minute ride.

In the summer, I traveled to Kagoshima. Seeing the smoking volcano, Sakurajima, I couldn't wait to take a ferry to explore it. The island had a slight sulfur smell, but the volcanic activity that day was not intense, and overall visibility was excellent. At the Shiroyama Observatory, gazing at it was also quite enjoyable. Thanks to the great weather that day, we were able to fully appreciate the magnificent Sakurajima Volcano.

Sakurajima Ferry This is a ferry that travels between Sakurajima and Kagoshima City🛥️ It's incredibly cheap at only 250 yen one way for adults! It takes you to Sakurajima in about 15 minutes✨️ This ferry also sells food inside the shop, and they are especially famous for their "Yabukin" udon noodles, which can be eaten for just 500 yen! The ferry itself is open 24 hours a day, but the shops on the ferry close early in the evening, so be careful ⚠️ It gets there in no time, so I ate my udon pretty quickly because I wanted to take photos too 😂 Boarding fee: ・Adults 250 yen ・Children (1 year old to elementary school students) 130 yen Yabukin Business hours: ■Departing from Kagoshima Port ＜Weekdays＞8:00-16:40 ＜Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays＞8:00-17:00 ■Departing from Sakurajima Port ＜Weekdays＞8:25-17:05 ＜Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays＞8:25-17:30 #0 yen trip #Kagoshima City #Kagoshima #Kagoshima sightseeing #Kagoshima trip #Sakurajima #Sakurajima ferry

If you are going to visit Kagoshima, you should definitely go to Sakurajima! The Sakurajima Ferry Terminal is a transportation hub connecting Kagoshima City and Sakurajima. The ferry terminal on the Kagoshima Port side is easily accessible by public transportation. ・About an 8-minute walk from the city tram stop "Suizokan-guchi" ・About a 3-minute walk from the city bus stop "Suizokan-mae" The ferry costs 250 yen per adult, one way. It takes about 15 minutes to get to Sakurajima. If you're lucky, you might even see a dolphin✨ They also sell udon noodles on board, which are delicious. It has a simple taste, but the salt will soothe your tired body after the journey. #FreeHotelStay

This is the port where ships to Sakurajima operate. It operates 24 hours a day. This is because the islanders need to be able to escape in case of an emergency. The fare is very cheap and the time it takes is very short, about 15 minutes. I hope you have a pleasant trip. Adios #2025Overseas Travel Event

To get to Sakurajima from Kagoshima Port, take the Sakurajima Ferry. ⛴️ The journey takes about 15 minutes, so you'll arrive in no time. Inside the ferry, there's a restaurant called "Yabukin" that serves their specialty udon. I highly recommend their delicious, tender udon topped with satsumaage. 👍️ After enjoying the udon, we enjoyed the spectacular view of Sakurajima coming ever closer. ♪ The view of Sakurajima from the boat was truly beautiful and moving. ✨ #FuriTabi #KagoshimaTrip #KagoshimaTourism #SakurajimaFerry #DomesticTravel