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

Last updated: 2026-09-17

Tairajima is a island in Toshima, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 442 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

TypeIsland
Name in Japanese平島
LocationToshima, Kagoshima Prefecture
From Hakata Stationabout 442 km (straight line)
From Hiroshima Stationabout 593 km (straight line)
From Osaka Stationabout 791 km (straight line)
Coordinates29.68781, 129.52836
MapOpen in Google Maps
Background readingWikipedia (English)

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