Yoroshima (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Yoroshima is a island in Setouchi, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 629 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 与路島 |
| Location | Setouchi, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| From Hakata Station | about 629 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 774 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 954 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 28.03997, 129.15837 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://yorojima.jp/ |
| 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (与路島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Uke Island – Island, about 8 km away
- Sukomobanare – Island, about 9 km away
- Yubanare Island – Island, about 10 km away
- Kiyama Island – Island, about 12 km away
- Kakeromajima – Island, about 13 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.