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Climbing Mt Kaimon

Climbing Mt Kaimon

Mandy Bartok

Kagoshima's volcanic Mt Kaimon resembles big brother Mt Fuji but is a much easier climb with views that are just as good.

Kagoshima 6
Lake Ikeda

Lake Ikeda

Amanda Ho

Lake Ikeda is a caldera lake formed from volcanic activity 6400 years ago. Legend has it that a monster named Isshii inhibits the..

Kagoshima 6
Southern Japan's Natural Heritage

Southern Japan's Natural Heritage

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Discover the rich nature of Kagoshima Prefecture on a 5-day trip from Tokyo. Venture through volcanoes, primeval forests, and rich..

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Yakushima Island 10

Yakushima Island

Josef Diermair

“While walking among these trees you have the feeling of the woods...and the entire quality of all the trees”.

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Shiratani Unsuikyo

Shiratani Unsuikyo

Shiratani Unsuikyo is a natural ravine forest located on Yakushima, in Kagoshima prefecture. Best known for being the inspiration for Studio Ghibli's..

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Kirishima National Park

Kirishima National Park

Alena Eckelmann

The landscape in Kirishima National Park makes you feel like you are on the moon. Established in 1934, it is Japan’s oldest Na..

Kagoshima 5
Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park

Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park

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Kirishima Kinkowan National Park in Kumamoto Prefecture is a majestic sight of active volcanoes and endless coastlines, making it..

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