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Hiking in Kagoshima
Discover the immaculate beauty and varied terrains that compose one of Japan’s southernmost prefectures!
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Selim
5.00
October, 2018
1-Day Trek Shiratani Unsuikyo Forest, Yakushima
We had a great time with Jun and Aki. They were enthusiastic, organised, they too care of us in terms of food, safety, equipment, etc, and they shared their knowledge about Yakushima nature. The activities were fun. I recommend them. By the way they both had a very good level of English. And Aki even spoke very good French.
Vanessa Lehner
5.00
May, 2018
1 Day Shiratani-Unsuikyo Trekking Tour, Yakushima (private)
Unfortunately, due to illness we were not able to do the trekking tour. But communication with the trekkers has always been uncomplicated. After my cancellation, we stayed in contact with the guide, who even helped me to get a refund. We will definitely do the trekking tour next time we're in Japan.
Chow Michael
5.00
May, 2018
2-day hiking trip in Yakushima Island
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There are many reasons for choosing Hiking in Kagoshima
Kagoshima is easily among Japan’s most beautiful regions. Nearly 10 percent of the entire prefecture is made up of natural and national parks. Thick green forests, a spectacular coastline and some low-lying mountains provide the area with great walking terrain and stunning views at every turn. The various islands that compose the prefecture are also especially beautiful.
Good to know:
Country Code:
+81
Language:
Japanese
Currency:
Yen (JPY)
Best time to visit:
April to November
What’s the weather like?
During the summer, average daily temperatures in Kagoshima range from 20 ºC to 28 ºC. During the autumn and spring, average temperatures are closer to 15 ºC. Summer is the wettest season of the year, but the area does not receive a lot of rainfall
How to get there:
Any trip to Kagoshima begins with a flight into its regional airport (KOJ), which can be reached directly from Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul and Shanghai. Many guides will opt to meet you here, but the area is also well-connected by bus, rail and ferry
More info about Hiking in Kagoshima:
Kagoshima offers a plethora of hiking opportunities for those willing to come and explore the southerly Japanese prefecture. Outside of the aforementioned locations, there are plenty of other incredible sights to visit and trails to hike. Kirishima-Kinkowan and Unzen-Amakusa National Parks both boast excellent hiking opportunities. Located in the north of the prefecture, Krishima-Kinkowan boasts thick forests and some rugged mountain terrain. Hiking to the top of Mount Karakuni and Mt Takachiho are among the favourite activities. Situated on the western coastline, Unzen-Amakusa also offers some incredible mountain terrain and the chance to hike around an active volcano. Heading up to Mt Unzen is an especially popular activity in the park. Outside of these national parks, there are various other incredible hiking spots as well. Amami Guntō and Nichinan Kaigan are two quasi-national parks that offer plenty of excellent hiking and scenery too. Akune, Bōnoma, Fukiagehama, Imutaike, Koshikijima, Ōsumi Nanbu, Sendaigawa Ryūiki, Takakumayama, and Tokara Rettō are all natural parks in the prefecture that live up to their designations
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