Bōnotsu (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Bōnotsu is a historic site in Bou, Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 259 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Historic site |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 坊津 |
| Location | Bou, Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Makurazaki Station – about 6.9 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 259 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 407 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 622 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Place of Scenic Beauty |
| Coordinates | 31.26722, 130.22694 |
| 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 Makurazaki Station, about 6.9 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 (坊津) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Kishinkan, Bōnotsu Center for Historical Material – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Noma Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 16 km away
- Mount Noma – Mountain, about 17 km away
- Takeda Shrine (Minamisatsuma) – Shinto shrine, about 18 km away
- Itatetsuwamononushi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 18 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.