Chirin-ga-shima (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Chirin-ga-shima is a island in Nishikata, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 258 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 知林ヶ島 |
| Location | Nishikata, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Nigatsuden Station – about 5.1 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 258 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 386 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 589 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 31.27694, 130.67722 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Nigatsuden Station, about 5.1 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 (知林ヶ島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Kirishima-Kinkōwan National Park – Park, about 3 km away
- Satsuma Denshōkan – Museum, about 3 km away
- Ibusuki Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 6 km away
- Ibusuki Archaeological Museum – Museum, about 6 km away
- Ibusuki Onsen – Hot spring, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.