Learn and explore
Start your journey of discovery at Sakurajima Visitor Center, where interactive exhibits explain the history and geology of the volcano, as well as the way of life of people living near it. The Yunohira and Kurokami observation points offer impressive views of the volcano, while the buried Kurokami Shrine torii gate shows the impact of the 1914 eruption
Sakurajima Visitor Center
The history of the eruptions and development of Sakurajima and the transitions of vegitation are exhibited and explained in an easy-to-understand manner. There are also interactive facilities including an eruption simulation and high definition theater (refer to the Reference Materials for details).
Sakurajima International Volcanic Sabo Center
A museum for looking at and experiencing the horrors of disasters caused by volcanic activities and mudslides, and various countermeasures for preventing such disasters (refer to the Reference Materials for details).
Arimura Lava Observatory
Located in the south of Sakurajima in front of Arimurazaki. It is on a small hill in the lava field created by the great eruption in 1946.
The view of Sakurajima that opens out before you is overwhelming.
Relax and indulge
While gazing on the volcano you can soak your feet in Sakurajima Yogan Nagisa Park & Footbath, one of the largest footbaths in all of Japan at 100 meters. And why not taste the giant daikon radish which hold Guinness World Records for their size and tiny komikan orange!
Coexist with Sakurajima
Sakurajima is only 4 kilometers away from town. Life in Kagoshima is inextricably entwined with Sakurajima. Learning from great eruptions of the past, the communities living on Sakurajima have built numerous evacuation shelters, and students wear helmets when going to and from school. With such knowledge and efforts, these communities continue to coexist with Sakurajima.
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Sakurajima Yogan Nagisa Park
The Sakurajima Yogan Nagisa Park has a free-of-charge, 100-metre-long foot hot spring.
Immerse your tired feet in the natural hot spring water discharged from 1,000 metres underground, to recuperate from fatigue.
With Kinko Bay in front and the magnificent Mount Sakurajima behind, one can feel the energy of mother nature.
For those who want more than just a footbath, do head over to the Sakurajima Magma Hot Spring facility nearby. -
Café Shirahama
This is a farmhouse café where one can enjoy a delicious veggie menu prepared using home-grown vegetables and fruits grown using organic fertilisers from seaweed. We serve the healthy one-plate lunch daily (limited to 20 sets per day) during lunch time, and desserts during tea time. The cafe might have irregular closures, so do make a reservation before heading over.