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Have you ever been to a place where active volcanoes are part of everyday life? On the island of Kyushu, each season is different, yet equally beautiful. There are leisure and cultural activities everywhere from the mountains to the sea. Embark on a unique journey filled with surprising and poignant experiences.
Dive into Volcano: An enchanting tour themed around 'Living on the active volcano, Sakurajima' (sea edition)
Recommended points
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● Volcanologist-guided lava walk (Kurokami area)
Learn about Sakurajima through a volcanologist, exploring the unique nature, environment, and people living there.
●Sakurajima dining featuring locally sourced ingredients
Enjoy a four-course French-inspired lunch outdoors while overlooking the majestic Sakurajima. A private chef will create an exclusive ambience just for you.
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●Adventure with Mr. Naomi Nomoto, World Explorer: Sakurajima sea kayaking & lava field trekking
Explore Sakurajima by sea kayak, admiring spectacular views and lava coastlines -accessible only from the water. Witness the abundant biodiversity including plant succession, wild birds and marine life of Kinko Bay, while observing how the volcanic activity has shaped the people's life here. Upon landing on a secluded beach, you will trek through the lava fields, where you can see the ongoing geological dynamics
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● Refresh yourself with a lava sauna at a 90-year-old rental inn
Introduction to Sakurajima
Sakurajima, an iconic active volcano in Kinko Bay of Kagoshima Prefecture at the southern end of mainland Japan, has shaped its landscape through 17 major eruptions since its formation 26,000 years ago. The massive 1914 Taisho eruption lava flow connected Sakurajima, which had previously been an isolated island, to the Osumi Peninsula. As of 2024, around 3,300 residents live on Sakurajima, primarily engaging in agriculture and fishing, producing local delicacies such as Sakurajima daikon (the Guinness-recorded largest radish), Sakurajima komikan (the Guinness-recorded smallest mandarin) and camellia oil. Tourism, boosting the local economy, is another major industry that embraces visitors eager to experience the vibrant volcano up close. Despite the daily ashfalls, people are profoundly attached to Sakurajima. It symbolizes a harmony between the community and the volcano, holding a secure place in Kagoshima's culture.
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EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW
Dive into Volcano: An enchanting tour themed around 'Living on the active volcano, Sakurajima' (sea edition)
Period
All year around
time
9.5 hours
■Itinerary
8:30 Meet at your designated location (by private car)
9:00 Board the Sakurajima ferry
9:45 Lava walk guided by a volcanologist
11:40 Enjoy dining on locally sourced ingredients
13:40 Sea kayaking and lava trekking
17:00 Refresh with a lava sauna at a rental inn
18:15 Board the Sakurajima ferry
18:30 End (meeting point)
Minimum number of participants
1-4 pax
Maximum number of participants
1-4 pax
Experience fee
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Kyushu's three most representative tourist areas
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Kyushu's three most representative tourist areas
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Kyushu's three most representative tourist areas
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Kyushu's three most representative tourist areas
The distance and elevation difference of each course varies depending on the volcano, so the difficulty level also varies. The Council introduces a wide range of courses, from gentle walking courses for beginners to trekking routes that require more strenuous walking for intermediate and advanced hikers.
The distance and elevation difference of each course varies depending on the volcano, so the difficulty level also varies. The Council introduces a wide range of courses, from gentle walking courses for beginners to trekking routes that require more strenuous walking for intermediate and advanced hikers.
The distance and elevation difference of each course varies depending on the volcano, so the difficulty level also varies. The Council introduces a wide range of courses, from gentle walking courses for beginners to trekking routes that require more strenuous walking for intermediate and advanced hikers.
The distance and elevation difference of each course varies depending on the volcano, so the difficulty level also varies. The Council introduces a wide range of courses, from gentle walking courses for beginners to trekking routes that require more strenuous walking for intermediate and advanced hikers.
FAQ
Dive into Volcano: An enchanting tour themed around 'Living on the active volcano, Sakurajima' (sea edition)
Q. (Includes) ・Local guide ・Interpreter guide (English) ・Experience fees during the tour (sea kayak rental) ・Lunch (course meal, drinks) ・Transportation (including Sakurajima ferry ) ・Insurance
(Items to Bring)
Sporty clothing for sea kayak (sportswear, marine shoes, etc.) towel
Drinks (available at vending machines on-site)
Please bring your bathing suite if you wish to experience sauna (towels are provided by the facility)
If you have dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance.
