Shimokoshikijima (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Shimokoshikijima is a island in Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 217 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 下甑島 |
| Location | Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kusamichi Station – about 49.0 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 217 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 392 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 630 km (straight line) |
| Interest among English readers | about 100 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 31.72275, 129.73925 |
| 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 Kusamichi Station, about 49.0 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 (下甑島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Napoleon Rock – Island, about 5 km away
- Nakakoshiki Island – Island, about 12 km away
- Kamikoshikijima – Island, about 19 km away
- Namako Pond – Lake, about 20 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.