Gajajima (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Gajajima is a island in Toshima, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 419 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 臥蛇島 |
| Location | Toshima, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| From Hakata Station | about 419 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 572 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 774 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 29.90000, 129.53333 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- 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 (臥蛇島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Kobatachigami – Island, about 1 km away
- Kogajajima – Island, about 9 km away
- Tairajima – Island, about 24 km away
- Otake – Mountain, about 32 km away
- Nakanoshima – Island, about 33 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.