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SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima

Hotel in Kagoshima

Featuring an open-air natural hot spring bath overlooking Sakurajima Volcano and the sea, SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima offers a spa centre, 7 dining options and a concierge.

d
domenico
From
Switzerland
Marvellous view of the city, sea, vulcan from the room. Fantastic breakfast in food quantity and quality, we ate outside on the patio of the breakfast restaurant. A lot of warm dishes, a lot of choice and also finest French patisserie. Fantastic onsen in the hotel. Fantastic nature and forest around the hotel. Very quiet at night. We used the bus coach to reach the city from the hotel, we also walked during the day through the pedestrian walk in the marvellous forest. To reach the entrance of the walk from the hotel, just follow the indication "Promenade" from the hotel: it is super easy: get out of the main entrance of the hotel, walk to the left, walk 100mt up to the kiosks selling tourist stuff, here follow indication "Promenade", it is other 70mt , and then take the path going down, it is not a road, it is very easy and very wide trail.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,358 reviews
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US$193.47
1 night, 2 adults
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Sheraton Kagoshima

Hotel in Kagoshima

Sheraton Kagoshima has a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kagoshima. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

E
Ekaterina
From
Spain
The view from our room was spectacular-sea, volcano, coastline. Room is quite spacious and well equipped. Great location, easy access to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews
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US$146.89
1 night, 2 adults
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Fairfield by Marriott Kagoshima Sakurajima

Hotel in Tarumizu

Situated in Tarumizu, within 31 km of Kushira Heiwa Arena and 39 km of Ogawa-no-Taki Waterfall, Fairfield by Marriott Kagoshima Sakurajima features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

S
Sylwia
From
Belgium
The price (it was out of the season so it was really cheap), size of the room, comfortable beds
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
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US$83.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Sundays Amami

Hotel in Amami

Situated in Amami, 500 metres from Yanigawa Shopping Street, Hotel Sundays Amami features air-conditioned accommodation and a restaurant.

S
Sam
From
United Kingdom
The hotel is very clean and well maintained. While it may appear a little far from the city center on the map, the city is small, and it’s within walking distance of all the main attractions, with a bus stop right outside. The staff are extremely helpful and kind. I arrived early on a very hot day, and they went out of their way to let me into my room ahead of time, even though the hotel’s automated check-in system normally doesn’t allow it. Their efforts saved me a lot of trouble and made my stay much more comfortable. I truly appreciate their kindness.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
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US$81.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Takahira Base

Hotel in Yakushima

Situated in Yakushima, 17 km from Yakusugi Land, Takahira Base features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.

N
Neil
From
United Kingdom
Great views. Wonderful terrace . Fantastic hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$281
1 night, 2 adults
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AIRAIKUHOTEL kagoshima

Hotel in Aira

AIRAIKUHOTEL kagoshima is located in Aira, 25 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station and 19 km from Kagoshima Station.

E
Ellyn
From
United Kingdom
Spacious room, great breakfast, coin laundry and vending machine and small shop helpful. Staff were kind and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
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US$123.04
1 night, 2 adults
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HOOD - Vacation STAY 19686v

Hotel in Amami

Located in Amami, 100 metres from Tida Mall Shopping Street, HOOD - Vacation STAY 19686v provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Catherine Mun'delanji
From
Japan
The location was perfect. Parking was provided nearby. The staff/caretaker whom we met was extremely helpful, kind and very polite. The supplies (towels, humidity control, air conditioning system were super awesome.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
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US$61.49
1 night, 2 adults
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HOOD - Vacation STAY 19696v

Hotel in Amami

Located in Amami, 100 metres from Tida Mall Shopping Street, HOOD - Vacation STAY 19696v provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
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US$62.97
1 night, 2 adults
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HOOD - Vacation STAY 19654v

Hotel in Amami

Located in Amami, 100 metres from Tida Mall Shopping Street, HOOD - Vacation STAY 19654v provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
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US$50.38
1 night, 2 adults
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HOOD - Vacation STAY 19642v

Hotel in Amami

Set in Amami, 100 metres from Tida Mall Shopping Street, HOOD - Vacation STAY 19642v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Richard
From
Australia
Located in central Naze the apartment is close to everything. Parking is just around the corner and a great sushi shop 20m away( Edo Mae sushi) Room is self check-in but there was a helpful staff on site when we arrived. Spacious modern room with large shower and own toilet. Our room was adjacent to the road but not too noisy. Comfortable queen-size mattress on floor with large TV.. Reasonably priced.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$54.08
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Set in Izumi, Kagoshima region, RITA Izumifumoto is situated 44 km from Sendai-kō. Featuring a garden, this 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel has family rooms.

From US$344.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Located in Ichikikushikino, 30 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, Fukiagehama Field Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$101.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews

Situated 1.6 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, Henn na Hotel Premier Kagoshima Tenmonkan offers 4-star accommodation in Kagoshima and features a restaurant.

From US$86.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,281 reviews

Featuring 3-star accommodation, remm Kagoshima is situated in Kagoshima, 1.8 km from Kagoshima Station and 400 metres from Xavier Taika Kinenhi.

From US$68.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews

Just steps away from Asahidori Tram Stop, Richmond Hotel Kagoshima Kinseicho features comfortable guestrooms, free property-wide Wi-Fi and a breakfast.

From US$63.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,158 reviews

Only a 1-minute walk from JR Kagoshima Chuo Train Station, Hotel Urbic Kagoshima offers modern accommodations with free wired internet and free WiFi access.

From US$56.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,966 reviews

Directly connected to JR Kagoshima Chuo Shinkansen (bullet train) Station, JR Kyushu Hotel Kagoshima offers modern guest rooms with free Wi-Fi in 2 separate towers.

From US$90.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,166 reviews

A 5-minute walk from Takami Baba Tram Station, Hotel Lexton Kagoshima offers accommodation with free WiFi access and a flat-screen cable TV.

From US$56.84 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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HOTEL NOIR Kagoshima Chuo Station is situated in Kagoshima, within 4 km of Kagoshima Station and 1.7 km of Xavier Taika Kinenhi.

From US$50.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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A 5-minute walk from Tenmonkan Dori Tram Station, かごしまプラザホテル天文館 offers rooms with free WiFi/wired internet access. A massage service and a breakfast buffet are available.

From US$82.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Offering in-room flat-screen cable TVs and free wireless internet, QuintessaHotel KagoshimaTenmonkan Relax & Sleep is just a minute’s walk from the Tenmonkan-dori Streetcar Line.

From US$53.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,096 reviews

Located in Kagoshima, just a 3-minute walk from Izuro Station, Hotel Sunflex offers air-conditioned rooms with free internet access and a cafe.

From US$67.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

Situated in Kagoshima, 1.3 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, Hotel Oriental Express Kagoshima Tenmonkan features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$86.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

FAV LUX Kagoshima Tenmonkan is located in Kagoshima, within 2.1 km of Kagoshima Station and less than 1 km of Museum of the Meiji Restoration.

From US$97.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

Located in Kirishima, 40 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, HOTEL R9 The Yard Kirishimakokubu provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$94.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

Located in Kanoya, 10 km from Kushira Heiwa Arena, HOTEL R9 The Yard Kanoya provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$65.14 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews

HOTEL LiVEMAX BUDGET Kagoshima features rooms in Kagoshima near Central Park and Ishibashi Park.

From US$70.57 per night
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Located at the edge of a peninsula on Yakushima Island, samana hotel Yakushima offers great views of the ocean and Mount Motchom.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews

Situated in Ibusuki, 49 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, Ibusuki Royal Hotel features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$208.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Kirishima, 49 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station, Myoken Onsen Nemu - Vacation STAY 20867v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Situated in Nishinoomote, a few steps from Okigahamada Beach, Ikokujyoucho - Vacation STAY 97595v features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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THE HOTEL YAKUSHIMA ocean & forest

Yakushima
From US$266.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
This hotel far exceeded my expectations. A free shuttle service was provided from the airport, and the driver was there waiting for me despite my flight having been significantly delayed. Travelling alone can be lonely and a little scary at times, but the staff at this hotel really made me feel less alone. They went above and beyond, responding to my panicked emails about calling a taxi when I was caught out in a storm at night with a broken umbrella and a broken phone and ensuring I made it back safely, and also taking note when one of my tours was cancelled thanks to said storm and offering to book me onto a different tour (at no extra cost) without my having to ask. The staff were all incredibly kind and were always happy to help. I really cannot thank them enough for their hospitality. My room was spacious, quiet, and comfortable, the bathroom was clean and warm, and the amenities provided were excellent. The hotel also has a shop, cafe, restaurant, laundrette, and hiking gear rental area within the building, so I was able to relax and eat after long days hiking and exploring, do my laundry, and grab some souvenirs and snacks for the next day before heading to bed. The hotel is also conveniently close to the ferry port, being almost directly across from it. It took me about five minutes to reach the departure point for my ferry while dragging a heavy suitcase upon leaving the hotel. If I ever return to Yakushima, I will stay at this hotel again.
Guest review by
Rachel
United Kingdom

SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima

Kagoshima
From US$364.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,358 reviews
Marvellous view of the city, sea, vulcan from the room. Fantastic breakfast in food quantity and quality, we ate outside on the patio of the breakfast restaurant. A lot of warm dishes, a lot of choice and also finest French patisserie. Fantastic onsen in the hotel. Fantastic nature and forest around the hotel. Very quiet at night. We used the bus coach to reach the city from the hotel, we also walked during the day through the pedestrian walk in the marvellous forest. To reach the entrance of the walk from the hotel, just follow the indication "Promenade" from the hotel: it is super easy: get out of the main entrance of the hotel, walk to the left, walk 100mt up to the kiosks selling tourist stuff, here follow indication "Promenade", it is other 70mt , and then take the path going down, it is not a road, it is very easy and very wide trail.
Guest review by
domenico
Switzerland

Sun Days Kagoshima

Kagoshima
From US$76.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews
Excellent inexpensive choice in Kagoshima. Mostly business men or elderly Japanese, very quiet at night. Japanese breakfast. Staff attentive and willing to use a translation programme if I couldn’t be understood. Close, walkable to Sakurajima Ferry.
Guest review by
Michael
United Kingdom

Ibusuki Kokoronoyado

Ibusuki
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Great dinner and great spring. I have a friend who is vegetarian and they make create a vegetarian dinner and breakfast for him. Really appreciate their attention to details for the customers.
Guest review by
Colin Wong FL
Hong Kong

APA Hotel Kagoshima Kokubu

Kirishima
From US$81.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Location is excellent. The staff here were very friendly, helping sort out parking on the night of bon odori when the whole town was out celebrating. Great breakfast
Guest review by
Kulbinder
United Kingdom

Kagoshima Sun Royal Hotel

Kagoshima
From US$126.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,413 reviews
the spectacular view from our hotel, the restaurant, the staff were amazing, the French restaurant with its award winning chef and charismatic head waiter.
Guest review by
Patricia
United Kingdom

Kirishima Hotel

Kirishima
From US$190.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
We were six friends trekking in Kyushu volcanos and needed a place near Mt. Karakuni. The hotel was excellent, convenient nice food and good location.
Guest review by
amiros
Israel

Ibusuki Royal Hotel

Ibusuki
From US$208.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
The breakfast very good. The room very clean and big and very comfortabe. Particularly loved the onsen. Onsen water is very good
Guest review by
jessie
Singapore

Comfort Inn Kagoshima Taniyama

Kagoshima
From US$48.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews
Great location, clean room, comfortable bed and good room size, staff are friendly and helpful, free car parking is convenient.
Guest review by
KONG FOH
Singapore

Ibusuki Phoenix Hotel

Ibusuki
From US$133.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
We are sitting in marvelous ocean view dinning room, enjoying amazing food breakfast with great service
Guest review by
Ying-Kuk
Canada

Hotel Kyocera

Kirishima
From US$177.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews
Very comfortable room. Staff were kind and friendly. Location was easy to get to.
Guest review by
Syreeta
United Kingdom

Richmond Hotel Kagoshima Kinseicho

Kagoshima
From US$63.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews
Nice location and cheap, room was spacious, everything was clean and shiny.
Guest review by
medcu
Serbia

Kirishima Kokusai Hotel

Kirishima
From US$144.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 700 reviews
both breakfast and dinner were really great they has the best Onsen
Guest review by
Sophia
Canada

APA Hotel Kagoshima Tenmonkan

Kagoshima
From US$57.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,266 reviews
Typical APA hotel experience. Small room, good price, nice staff
Guest review by
Carl Theo
Sweden

Shibushiwan Daikoku Resort Hotel

Shibushi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
The friendliest hotel staff ever met.
Guest review by
ALEXANDROS GEORGIOS
Greece

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10

Kagoshima is an undiscovered gem.

Kagoshima is an undiscovered gem. Most people probably don't go that far south in Kyushu if they go to Kyushu at all. However, one of the things that is good about it. It is not totally overrun with tourists. Perhaps I shouldn't be saying the nice things about it!
Guest review by
Angela
Canada
10

Beautiful Traditional Japanese Inn right next to the flowing...

Beautiful Traditional Japanese Inn right next to the flowing Mauro Falls. The PRIVATE onsen overlooks the river. It is stunning. The staff were so welcoming and ensured you had the best possible stay. When we went to Kirishima Shrine we mentioned we liked walking trails and they suggested we walk Kirishima Gorge. It was sensational and the highlight of Kirishima as it was stunning. The staff will drop you off at the Bus stop anytime you like. It is walking distance into town for the markets. The evening traditional meal was incredible about 20 different items , KAISEKI It was actually a little sad to leave as the Staff made our stay there very special. It is the BEST and only place to stay in Kirishima. When I was deciding where to book a lot of reviews said their accomodation was tired and old. It was traditional, so clean and beautiful.
Guest review by
simone
Australia
10

The room was clean and we enjoyed "onsen" bath in our room.

The room was clean and we enjoyed "onsen" bath in our room. There were also a lot of complemental snacks. Since W had two big luggage, it was difficult to carry them to the third floor. Beside that, every thing was perfect.
Guest review by
Tetsuo
Japan
10

I only come to climb the mountains.

I only come to climb the mountains. If you like surfing or all kinds of mountains/beachside activities. Should stay longer. The information center, MUST GO!!!! The local bus only has paper information, the digital/ internet information is not as easy to get as in cities.
Guest review by
Huayi
China
10

Amami-Oshima is a stunning island and so far (mostly)...

Amami-Oshima is a stunning island and so far (mostly) unheard off by foreign tourists and 'off the beaten track'. There are frequent daily ferries/ships to surrounding islands and on to Kagoshima. If you visit Amami a rental car is a MUST to easily explore the island as any public transport is basically just non-existent, totally infrequent or just very limited geographically. I would suggest no less than 3 full days to explore Amami but 5 would be perfect.
Guest review by
NeoSamurai
Australia
8.0

Though we did not have a chance to visit the viewdeck...

Though we did not have a chance to visit the viewdeck nearest to Sakurajima, it was still a satisfying visit. Sengan-en garden is a must visit place. We also drove all the way to Sunmesse in Ninchinan and it was an enjoyable trip.
Guest review by
LarryV
Philippines
4.0

Standard APA accomodations, but we had a stinky smoking room...

Standard APA accomodations, but we had a stinky smoking room which was tiny tiny tiny for two people and one tiny bed :/ I think APA does that: they book two people into a "double" then upsell you at the front desk to a bigger room. They did that to us in Ryugoku Tokyo property also...
Guest review by
Wright Crowe
10

This trip was truly special.

This trip was truly special. Thanks to the hotel's consideration, we were able to have a more perfect time. The view of the sea from the room was truly overwhelming, and the open view instantly relieved the fatigue of the day. The interior of the room was also clean and luxurious, making it very comfortable. In particular, the friendly service of the staff was the most memorable. They always welcomed us with a bright smile and sincere response. The whole process from check-in to check-out was sm
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EUNIL
8.0

Yakushima is incredibly beautiful, and because of its...

Yakushima is incredibly beautiful, and because of its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there are many more accommodations for foreign travellers than other areas of Japan (even on the mainland). The bus routes are very straightforward—especially if you have a single- or multi-day bus pass, but it is much easier to bring or rent a car and simply drive around the island. I particularly enjoy visiting Shinto shrines, and there are a good handful of them on the island, but the main Yaku-jinja is really lovely and right next to the ocean south of Miyanoura port. If you have the chance, I also recommend taking a chopstick-making workshop, or visit the Yakusugi museum and do a hands-on demonstration there. The only major problem is that the main transport to and from the island is by ferry, and if the seas are too rough, the ferries don't operate and you may be stranded for extra time (1 day for me).
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Anonymous
10

People mostly go to Okinawa looking for amazing beaches,...

People mostly go to Okinawa looking for amazing beaches, while Amami, that is closer, is still not well-known to non-Japanese people. It is reachable either by flight or by a night ferry from Kagoshima. In Amami you can experience a non-touristy holiday while enjoying nature and stunning beaches. Finding someone speaking English is not easy, as they’re are not so used to having western visitors. However, they’re so friendly that despite any language barriers they will try to engage a conversation with you and help you if needed. A must in your Japan trip!
Guest review by
claudia
Italy

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