Access guide
Getting to
Kagoshima.
Active volcanoes, subtropical islands, and ancient cedar forests — closer than you think. Select your departure city and see your options.
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Two arrival points
Where you'll land.
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Kagoshima Airport KOJ
The fastest way in from most cities. A limousine bus runs to Kagoshima-Chuo Station every 10–15 minutes (40 min, ¥1,400).
- Direct flights from Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Seoul, and more
- Limousine bus and taxi to city center
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Kagoshima-Chuo Station
The southern terminus of the Kyushu Shinkansen. Ideal for travelers coming from Fukuoka or Osaka on a JR Pass.
- Fukuoka (Hakata) → 1h 20m by Shinkansen
- Osaka (Shin-Osaka) → 3h 45m direct
- City tram and bus network departs from here