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Gesu Island (Kumamoto): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka

Last updated: 2026-09-17

Gesu Island is a island in Amakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 161 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

TypeIsland
Name in Japanese下須島
LocationAmakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture
Nearest station (straight line)Origuchi Station – about 22.2 km
From Hakata Stationabout 161 km (straight line)
From Hiroshima Stationabout 336 km (straight line)
From Osaka Stationabout 580 km (straight line)
Coordinates32.17861, 130.02667
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