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Sakurajima (Sakurajima Volcano)
Best time to visit
Morning or late afternoon for the best light and calmer ferry crossings; autumn and winter usually have clearer skies for wide views of ash plumes and the city across the bay.
Budget tips
Ferry from Kagoshima Port is inexpensive, about 160–200 JPY one-way and runs every 10–15 minutes, making the crossing cheap; most viewpoints and trails are free, so budget for local buses and an onsen soak.
Recommended for
Photography enthusiasts, Geology lovers, Day trippers from Kagoshima, Onsen seekers
Plan your visit
Half day
About
Hurtige fakta: Frequent eruptions send ash and steam into the sky dozens of times a year, with some plumes reaching several hundred meters. Locals and visitors quickly get used to a fine gray dust that settles on cars and streets, while ferries still cross the bay for smoky, up-close views.
Højdepunkter: Climb to an observation spot around 300 meters up where ash plumes explode like slow-motion fireworks, you can feel a low rumble through the ground and smell a sharp sulfur tang on the wind. A quirky local boast is the oversized radishes that sometimes top 20 kilograms, their crisp, sweet slices served steamed or pickled and tasting unexpectedly mellow after a day near volcanic steam.
Insider tips
- Wear a mask and sunglasses to protect against fine volcanic ash, and bring a waterproof cover for camera gear.
- Head to Yunohira Observatory at sunrise or late afternoon for the best light and sweeping caldera views.
- Check ferry and bus timetables before you go, buses on the island run infrequently outside peak hours.
- Skip hiking near active vents when an eruption advisory is in effect and follow posted signs and local warnings.
Practical info
Klik for at booke en GRATIS gåtur i Kagoshima, Japan
Den bedste måde at opleve en by med en lokal guide.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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