Kōyama Castle (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Kōyama Castle is a castle in Kimotsuki, 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 | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 高山城 |
| Location | Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shibushi Station – about 21.4 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 258 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 370 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 566 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Historic Site of Japan |
| Coordinates | 31.31744, 130.96567 |
| 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 Shibushi Station, about 21.4 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 (高山城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Shijūkusho Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Hoyoshi dake – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Udo Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Kirishimagaoka Park – Park, about 15 km away
- Roadside station Kuni-no-Matsubara Osaki – Hot spring, about 15 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.