Kikai Island (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Kikai Island is a island in Kikai, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 586 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 喜界島 |
| Location | Kikai, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| From Hakata Station | about 586 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 715 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 880 km (straight line) |
| Interest among English readers | about 500 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 28.33167, 129.98333 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- 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 (喜界島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Amami Park – Park, about 30 km away
- Tanaka Isson Museum – Museum, about 30 km away
- Akakina Castle – Castle, about 33 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.