Kagoshima travel guide
Kagoshima Tourism | Kagoshima Guide
You're Going to Love Kagoshima
With a population of 555,352, Kagoshima is the largest city in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Kagoshima deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Kagoshima
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kagoshima in August, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 410 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Kagoshima, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.
How to Get to Kagoshima
Plane
When flying to Kagoshima, you’ll arrive at Kagoshima (KOJ), which is located 19 miles from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Kagoshima is called Kagoshimachuo, and is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Kagoshima
Where to stay in Kagoshima
Average rates range from around ₹ 3,853 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 13,264 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Guest House M104 Kagoshima and Hostel Tomal.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kagoshima
Most booked hotels in Kagoshima
Hiring a car in Kagoshima
Expect to pay ₹ 94 per litre in Kagoshima (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,131 and ₹ 1,508. The most frequently booked car type in Kagoshima is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Passo or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.