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Sandon Rock (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka

Last updated: 2026-09-17

Sandon Rock is a island in Amami, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 541 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

TypeIsland
Name in Japaneseサンドン岩
LocationAmami, Kagoshima Prefecture
From Hakata Stationabout 541 km (straight line)
From Hiroshima Stationabout 677 km (straight line)
From Osaka Stationabout 854 km (straight line)
Coordinates28.75861, 129.77833
MapOpen in Google Maps

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