2025 Yusui Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

#Domestic Travel Strategy Kagoshima Prefecture is located at the southern tip of Kyushu, and many remote islands are lined up to the south. It is rich in magnificent nature, represented by Sakurajima, and has many attractions such as hot springs such as Ibusuki and Kirishima, and historical spots. If you are planning a trip to Kagoshima, I hope you will read to the end and use it as a reference. 🔸Area: Chiran, Ibusuki, Aira, Isa, Kiri 　　　　　　　Minami Osumi Town, Kagoshima City ────────────────────── 🔸Time required: 3 days ────────────────────── 🔸Transportation method: Rental car ────────────────────── This time we visited 15 spots. 🔹Day 1 11:00 Start from Kagoshima Chuo Station 　　　　　🚶About 240m About 5 minutes ❶ 11:20 Tonkatsu Kuroda ↓ ↓ 🚗About 38km About 50 minutes ↓ ❷ 13:30 Chiran Peace Hall ↓ ↓ 🚗About 2.5km About 5 minutes ↓ ❸ 14:20 Chiran Farm ↓ ↓ 🚗About 35km About 50 minutes ↓ ❹ 15:30 Sand Bath Hall Sunaraku ↓ ↓ 🚗About 53km About 1.5 hours ↓ 18:30 Rem Kagoshima Check-in °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Tonkatsu Kuroda 📍1-4 Chuo-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 890-0053 Maki Building Chiran Special Attack Peace Hall 📍17881 Chiranchogun, Minamikyushu, Kagoshima Prefecture, 897-0302 Chiran Farm 📍6219-3 Chiranchogun, Minamikyushu, Kagoshima Prefecture, 897-0302 Sand Bath Hall Sunaraku 📍5-25-18 Yunohama, Ibusuki, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-0406 Rem Kagoshima 📍1-32 Higashisengokucho, Kagoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, 892-0842 °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹Day 2 8:30 Depart from hotel 🚗Approximately 5.5km, approximately 20 minutes ❶ 9:00 Starbucks Coffee Kagoshima Sengan-en Store ↓ ↓ 🚶About 100m About 1 minute ↓ ❷ 9:30 Sengan-en ↓ ↓ ❸ 10:00 Ryobo Mochiya (inside Sengan-en) ↓ ↓ 🚗About 3km About 10 minutes ↓ ❹ 11:20 Kagoshima Castle Ruins ↓ ↓ 🚗About 68km About 1.5 hours (toll road) ↓ ❺ 13:30 Kirishima Art Forest ↓ ↓ 🚗About 30km About 45 minutes ↓ ❻ 15:00 Sogi Falls ↓ ↓ 🚗About 75km About 1.5 hours (toll road) 18:30 Arrived at Hotel Rem Kagoshima °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Starbucks Coffee Kagoshima Sengan-en Store 📍9688-1 Yoshino-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 892-0871 Sengakuen Ryobo Mochi Shop 📍9700-1 Yoshino-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 892-0871 Kagoshima Castle Ruins 📍7-2 Shiroyama-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 892-0853 Kirishima Art Forest 📍6340-220 Kiba, Yusui-cho, Aira-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 899-6201 Sogi Falls 📍895-2526 628-41 Oguchi Miyato, Isa City, Kagoshima Prefecture °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹Day 3 9:40 Depart from hotel 🚗Approx. 36km, approx. 40min (toll road) ❶ 10:30 Kanayama Bridge ↓ ↓ 🚗Approx. 14km, approx. 30min ↓ ❷ 11:00 Jidori no Sato Eirakuso ↓ ↓ 🚗Approx. 90km, approx. 2.5hrs ↓ ❸ 14:30 Okawa Falls ↓ ↓ 🚗Approx. 27km, approx. 40min ↓ ❹ 16:00 Sugawara Shrine Arahira Tenjin ↓ ↓ 🚗Approx. 27km About 40 minutes ↓ ❺ 17:00 Arimura Lava Observatory ↓ ↓ 🚗 About 75km About 1.5 hours (toll road) ↓ 　　19:00 Arrive at Hotel Rem Kagoshima °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Kanayama Bridge 📍6096-2 Oyamada, Kajiki-cho, Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 899-5203 Local Chicken Village Eirakuso 📍3766-6 Matsunaga, Hayato-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 899-5112 Okawa Falls 📍12222-2 Nejimegawa, Minamiosumi-cho, Kimotsuki-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 893-2501 Sugawara Shrine Arahira Tenjin 📍4014 Tenjincho, Kanoya City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-2313 Arimura Lava Observatory 📍952 Arimuracho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-1545 #Kagoshima #KagoshimaTourism #DomesticTravel #SoloTravel #Cafe #Gourmet #GourmetTrip

As I was taking a flight from Kagoshima airport, I made a point to visit the Kirishima Museum which is on route to my hotel. The artworks were not what I expected but definitely interesting to see. The entrance welcomes you with a large Yayoi Kusama flower in bright colors, and there is a second piece by her after entering the museum. The main museum building holds paintings of surprising subjects which change regularly. There are also many large size art works placed outdoor and you will need to follow the map to look for them - some were hidden in the wood and require a bit of effort to find. I don’t want to spoil the fun, but it is quite different from all the museums that I have visited. Once you have seen everything, you will understand why it is located there. It will all make sense! The museum is opened from 9-530pm, and entrance fee is only ¥320 for adults and 230/150 for high school and primary students. While there is a bus that goes to the museum , it is really easier if you have a car. The road is quite straightforward and the museum is easy to find. There is a cafe at the museum but it closes 30 minutes before actual museum closing. The nearest pizza place closes at 530 also so I would suggest to eat before your visit. #kyushu #Kirishima #museums #japantravel

#OverseasTravel#Japan#JapanTravel#Kagoshima "Maruike Spring Water at the Foot of Kirishima Mountain" is one of the top 100 water bodies and the source of a first-class river😎 Although Maruike Park is not big, the quiet environment makes people feel relaxed and happy. Looking at the clear water and the green mountains, it seems like coming to a fairyland on earth🤩🤩 A good place to take a leisurely walk and let your mind escape from the hustle and bustle😌😌 address Kiba, Yusui-cho, Aira-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture

There are two works by Yayoi Kusama, one at the main venue and one at the entrance! She's a world-famous artist, but it's really impressive to see her up close! After the show, we stopped off at a nearby cafe for a break. They served delicious homemade ginger chai. Kirishima Open Air Museum in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Artists from all over the world, including Yayoi Kusama, are freely expressing their own works, taking advantage of the nature-rich location of Kirishima. #museum

I took a picture of the art that turned me into a work of art. The area where you search for hidden statues called "Insider" was a lot of fun! Kirishima Open Air Museum in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture Including Yayoi Kusama's artwork, artists from all over the world make use of the nature-rich location of Kirishima to freely express their own works. #museum

Kirishima Open Air Museum with Yayoi Kusama sculptures Kirishima Open Air Museum is located in Kirishima City, north of the airport in Kagoshima Prefecture. It is a contemporary art museum located in the mountains that blends in with nature. It has Yayoi Kusama sculptures, and is a recommended spot when you visit Kagoshima Prefecture. #supporttourism #tourisminKagoshima #triptoKagoshima #YayoiKusama #art

Day 1 in Kagoshima (Kagoshima in/Shizuoka out). The flight departs at 12:40 PM, so I arrive at Incheon Airport at 11:10 AM as usual. I pick up my lunchbox, exchange currency, and grab a free coffee before lining up at Gate 5 at 11:20 AM. The line for currency exchange at the external bank counters is quite long. After waiting for about 50 minutes, I enter the duty-free area around 12:10 PM. Assigned to the boarding terminal, I take the shuttle train and board the flight at 12:30 PM, just as the final call is announced. The lounge is not accessible during the Lunar New Year holiday season unless you arrive 90 minutes before departure. Even after me, more passengers arrive, and the doors close promptly at 12:40 PM for departure. Having worked a night shift, I fall into a deep sleep during the flight. The seat next to me is empty, allowing for a comfortable journey. We arrive 20 minutes earlier than the scheduled time of 2:30 PM. With only Jeju Air operating, immigration is completed in just 10 minutes. With some extra time, I send my suitcase directly to Tokyo instead of using a coin locker. At 2:55 PM, I board a bus heading towards Kurino and travel alone for 30 minutes to the Ikiiki Kurino Center. Payment is possible with a Visa contactless card on Kagoshima buses. Upon arrival, I ask the staff to call a taxi for me. The center provides transportation assistance. During weekends, summer and winter vacation seasons, and Golden Week, there are four daily buses operating at 200 yen. Outside these times, access to Kirishima Art Forest is only possible by rental car or taxi. The taxi fare is 3,500 yen. I give the driver 10,000 yen and ask him to return by 4:30 PM. I spend about 45 minutes exploring the outdoor art museum. It resembles the Hakone Open-Air Museum but is smaller in scale, focusing on outdoor artworks. The main reason for visiting is to see Kusama Yayoi's works. There are two of her pieces here. The pamphlet offers 30-minute and 45-minute course options; I choose the 30-minute course and spend about 10 minutes at the café, enjoying soft silk ice cream as my first meal. At the agreed time, the driver is waiting for me. I take the taxi back to the Ikiiki Center, which houses a community hall, hot springs, and a library. The return fare is 3,550 yen. I ask for 2,000 yen in change and get off. I take the bus alone again to return to Kagoshima Airport. Despite being a regional airport, Kagoshima Airport is quite large, with separate buildings for international and domestic flights. The free footbath is still available, so I soak my feet and enjoy the hot spring briefly. Thank you.

#Spring0yentrip "▶Overview An outdoor art museum spreads across a plateau at an altitude of 700m. Works by famous artists from Japan and abroad, such as Yayoi Kusama and Kenji Yanobe, are scattered throughout the museum, making it a mysterious space where you can encounter art while walking through the forest🌿🖼️ ▶Thoughts It feels more like "playing" with art than "looking at" it! Many exhibits blend in with nature, and are sure to look great in photos. There are many things that will make you say "What is this!?", such as giant pumpkin objects and mysterious robot sculptures📸 ▶Access/Tips ・About 30 minutes by car from Kirishima Onsenkyo ・Admission fee applies (320 yen for adults) ・Many outdoor exhibits/Comfortable clothing and shoes! "

Kirishima City, Japan, is a paradise that seems to have been forgotten by time, hiding countless surprises and beauty. 🎐 Get your bags ready, follow this guide, and start a dream trip to Kirishima! Climate and temperature Kirishima City has a pleasant climate and is suitable for travel in all four seasons🌤️ The annual average temperature is around 15℃. Spring (March-May) is warm and comfortable, with cherry blossoms in full bloom; summer (June-August) is relatively cool, with a breeze blowing through the mountains; autumn (September-November) is full of red leaves and the forests are dyed red; winter (December-February) occasionally snows, and the snow-covered world is like a fairy tale world, but the temperature is generally above 0℃, so it is not too cold. Must-see attractions • Kirishima Shrine: Built in the 6th century, it is one of the largest shrines in southern Kyushu. In 2022, the main hall, the coin hall, and the worship hall were designated as national treasures. The vermilion building that combines traditional Japanese and Chinese elements is magnificent against the backdrop of green trees and is known as the "Sunlight of the West". The "Sasare Stone" beside the shrine is the spiritual sustenance praised in the Japanese national anthem, and there is also an ancient cedar tree that is more than 800 years old and is called the "Sacred Tree". Every year, the "Tengo-no-Son's Descend to the Sacred Fire" festival features spectacular performances of nine-sided drums and phantom fire. • Kirishima Art Forest: A wonderful place where art and nature blend perfectly. 🎨 Walking through it, you can see many works of art that echo the surrounding forests and lakes. Yayoi Kusama's "Flowers of Shangri-La" is not to be missed, and the photos are superb. • Kirishima Hot Spring Village: How can you not soak in hot springs when you come to Kirishima! The hot spring water here is of excellent quality and rich in various minerals, which is beneficial to the body. You can choose to soak in the open-air bath while enjoying the surrounding green mountains and trees and enjoy a relaxing time. There are also family hot springs. For more than 100 RMB, you can enjoy natural hot springs, water baths, saunas, etc., which is very cost-effective. Food recommendations • Kurobuta no Kan: Kirishima’s famous black pork cuisine, a must-try! The pork chop is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the shabu-shabu is fresh and fragrant, which will satisfy the taste buds who love pork🐷 • Torigane: Roasted chicken and chicken sashimi are a must-try. The unique cooking method retains the tenderness and juiciness of the chicken, which melts in your mouth. • Hitoyama Muku Shokudo: It was originally a kindergarten cafeteria, famous for its fresh ingredients. Later, parents also wanted to eat there, so it became a restaurant. It provides local specialties and you can taste the most authentic Kirishima flavor. Transportation Guide • External transportation: You can first arrive at Kagoshima Airport. It takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Kagoshima Airport; it takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes from Osaka Itami Airport✈️ • Internal transportation: There are few buses in Kirishima City, and driving is the most convenient way🚗 If you choose public transportation, take the airport bus from the airport to Kokubu Station, change to JR to Kirishima Jingu JR Station, and then take a taxi to the hotel; you can also take the JR directly from Kagoshima Central to Kirishima Jingu JR Station, and then take a taxi. Notes • Public transportation in Japan is generally very punctual, so pay attention to the last bus time to avoid delays. • Follow local etiquette in the hot spring baths and wash your body before entering the hot spring pool🧼 • Most restaurants require you to take off your shoes to enter, so remember to understand and respect local customs in advance. Come to Kirishima City and start a romantic and healing journey! Are you ready to encounter this paradise? 🧳✨

#DomesticTravelRecord Kirishima Open Air Museum is a Kagoshima Prefectural outdoor museum located on a plateau at an altitude of about 700 meters at the foot of Mt. Kurino in Yusui Town, Kagoshima Prefecture. The museum was designed by Kunihiko Hayakawa. An outdoor museum is a museum where you can enjoy artworks and exhibits outdoors. Museums have an image of being intimidating, but you can enjoy them in a different way than in a normal museum, such as taking a leisurely stroll through nature and taking photos while interacting with the artworks. Yes you can ✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧ Spot information 📍Admission to Kirishima Art Forest is 320 yen even for adults 210 yen for university students, junior college students, and vocational students with student ID There are also exemptions for those with disability certificates, elementary, junior high, and high school students in Kagoshima Prefecture, and those over 70 years old Check the website for details #Domestic travel #Girls trip #Solo trip #Art #Museum #Kagoshima #Kirishima

Kirishima Maruike Spring Water, located in Kagoshima Prefecture This spot has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Waters. About 60,000 tons of water springs out every day, so the water is so clear!! Isn't it just too beautiful? There was an observation deck a little up the mountain. From there, you could see the whole pond, and you could see how beautiful it was. Also, when the light hit it, it sparkled like looking at a jewel. You can draw water, and I tried drinking it, and it was cold and delicious. 📍Location: 589 Kiba, Yusui-cho, Aira-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture 🚌Access: Kagoshima Chuo Station → JR Hisatsu Line Kurino Station (about 1 hour 40 minutes) About 3 minutes walk from the station #0 yen travel autumn

This time I went to Fukuoka for a self-drive trip, so there are more places to go😝 We left Fukuoka and went to Kirishima Atomori😗 As soon as the car entered the entrance of the museum🤓 we already saw Nayoi Kusama's flower array sculptures!! ️Flower of Shangri-La🤞🏻 I really need to take a picture with it right away🙊 Kirishima Art Forest is located in the Kirishima Nature Forest 🌳 so it is very special 🤔 belongs to the modern art gallery 🤣 and its art display is not limited to the museum 🫡 You can see quite a lot of sculpture art exhibitions outdoors 👋🏻 This is its attraction 😗 The artwork at the entrance is the work of artist Uematsu Keiji 🙆🏻 ♀️ Floating form a red 🫡 and also the photo on the ticket 🎫 🙊 We will hold it and hit the card with him 😂 And the admission ticket is quite cheap 😍 Only 320 yen has been entered to visit 🫶🏻🫶🏻 In the art hall of the museum there are more than 40 exhibits from the collection of Japanese and internationally renowned artists 🤣 which will be the more well-known Murakami and others 😬 And the displays do a replacement every three months!! ️ So there will be different attractive exhibits on display regularly😝 But please note that the indoor exhibits can only be viewed not photographed 🎬 Kirishima Art Forest is located on a 700-meter plateau🤞🏻 is an outdoor art gallery that integrates Kirishima's natural scenery and art works🤓 Its park area alone is about 13 hectares😝🙊 And there are 22 large installation artworks scattered there🫡 It really takes half a day to walk slowly Each work is integrated with the surrounding environment😍 We hope visitors can enjoy the various art works in the Kirishima Nature Forest!! ️ It's a quite unique experience 🫶🏻 If you know Fukuoka self-drive tour, I highly recommend you to go to Kagoshima to play😬 #FukuokaItinerary #FukuokaTravel #CouplesGood Places #ParentsGoodPlaces #ParentsGoodPlaces #ParentsGoodTrips #JapanTravel #Japan Attractions #JapanTravelStrategy #CouplesDaily

There was art that expressed the sun and moon, and art that expressed the flow of time. There are no explanations, so just use your imagination and enjoy! Kirishima Open Air Museum in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture Including Yayoi Kusama's artworks, artists from all over the world freely express their own works, taking advantage of the nature-rich location of Kirishima. #museum

Kirishima Open Air Museum has many outdoor artworks. It was great to be able to enjoy art while taking a walk! Kirishima Open Air Museum is located in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Including artworks by Yayoi Kusama, artists from all over the world make the most of the nature-rich location of Kirishima to freely express their own works. #museum