Birōjima (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Birōjima is a island in Shibushi, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 249 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 枇榔島 |
| Location | Shibushi, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Ōsumi-Natsui Station – about 4.9 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 249 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 354 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 547 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 31.42940, 131.11693 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Ōsumi-Natsui Station, about 4.9 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (枇榔島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Daiji-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 6 km away
- Shibushi Castle – Castle, about 6 km away
- Anraku Yamamiya Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Roadside station Kuni-no-Matsubara Osaki – Hot spring, about 8 km away
- Old Yoshimatsu house, Kushima – Museum, about 11 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.