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SEKIYA RESORT Bettei Haruki
Chikurakutei
The Royal Park Canvas Fukuoka Nakasu
Hoshino Resorts Kai Unzen
Alfacio Resort Stay Itoshima
Ureshino Yadoya
seven x seven itoshima
Yufuin Onsen Hinoharu Ryokan
Sozankyo
Yamashinobu
Ryokan Yumotosou
Matsudaya Hotel
Nisshokan Bettei Koyotei
Kurokawaonsen Yamamizuki
Beppu Showaen
Oyado Ichizen
Garden Terrace Nagasaki Hotel & Resort
Koran No Yu Kinkouro
Asagirinomieru Yado Yufuin Hanayoshi
Garden Terrace Nagasaki Hotel & Resort
Holiday Inn Resort Miyazaki
Yufuin Kotobuki Hananosho
Karatsu Seaside Hotel
Yufuin Sansuikan
Yufuin-Sanso Waremokou
Ana InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa
I+Land Nagasaki
The OneFive Villa Fukuoka
KAMENOI HOTEL ASO
Amane Resort Gahama
SEKIYA RESORT GALLERIA MIDOBARU
Beppu Suginoi Hotel
Phoenix Seagaia Ocean Tower
Kagoshima Sunamushi Onsen Ibusuki Hakusuikan
The Luigans Spa and Resort
Myoken Ishiharaso
SHIROYAMA HOTEL kagoshima
Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima
Hotel Denhaag Huis Ten Bosch
Ryokan Shinsen
Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji
Ryoso Yufuin Yamadaya
Sanso Tensui
Satonoyu Waraku
Tobise Onsen Tenga Sanso
Suisui Garden Ryokan (in the Art Hotel Kokura New Tagawa)
Akizuki Spa Ryokan Seiryuan
Gekkoju Kurokawa
Sheraton Kagoshima
Okuhita Onsen Umehibiki
Nagasaki Marriott Hotel
Hotel Indigo Nagasaki Glover Street by IHG
Stadium City Hotel Nagasaki
ONE FUKUOKA HOTEL
Ryokan Shinsen
Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk
Olive Bay Hotel
Hotel Okura Jr Huis Ten Bosch
La Vista Kirishima Hills
Hotel Amsterdam Huis Ten Bosch
Yumotoankiyohime
Ana InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa
TheMana Village
Amane Resort Gahama
Phoenix Seagaia Ocean Tower
Grand Hyatt Fukuoka
Hotel Europe Huis Ten Bosch
Kagoshima Sunamushi Onsen Ibusuki Hakusuikan
Hotel Barrière Fouquet's New York
The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka
The Plaza - A Fairmont Managed Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Four Seasons Hotel New York
The St. Regis New York
Park Hyatt New York
Mandarin Oriental New York
Times Square Edition New York
Loews Regency New York Hotel
Lowell Hotel
New York Edition
Baccarat Hotel New York
Equinox Hotel New York
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue
The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel
The Chatwal, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Mark New York
Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York
Aira Overview
City Summary
Nestled beneath Sakurajima Volcano, Aira City in Kagoshima Prefecture is famed for its geothermal wonders and volcanic terrain. As the gateway to Satsuma Peninsula, it blends primeval forests with fishing culture and agritourism. The 2022 NASA footage of volcanic lightning during an eruption made it a pilgrimage site for geologists.
Must-See Attractions
Top attraction is the Aira Caldera, selected as one of Japan's 100 Geological Wonders, featuring lava formations. The Municipal History Museum showcases samurai artifacts with weekend armor try-on sessions. Don't miss Kirishima Onsen's sulfur baths at sunset. October's Aira Fire Festival recreates Edo-era lava flow lantern parades.
Food Guide
Must-try 'Satsuma-age' (fishcake) uses local catches - Marusei shop's black vinegar version is iconic. Pair Kirishima shochu with grilled Kagoshima black beef at izakaya 'Kagoshima no Daidokoro'. Dawn markets sell fresh Sakurajima octopus and volcanic ash-grown sweet potatoes ('Tsunzun-imo').
Transportation Guide
From Kagoshima-Chuo Station, take JR Nippo Line (25min to Aira Station). 'Aira Bus' loop line (¥600/day) covers major sites. Taxi to Kirishima Onsen costs ~¥4000. Note icy winter roads - Route 1 has volcano observation parking. The 2023 Aira IC expressway shortened airport access.
Best Time to Visit
Best in spring/autumn (Apr-May/Sep-Nov). February offers clearest volcano views but requires winter gear. Kirishima highlands are 5-8°C cooler in summer.
Travel Tips
- Wear non-slip shoes in onsen areas
- Find volcanic ash cosmetics at AIRA MALL
- Book farm visits 2 days ahead
- Check volcano alerts before hiking
- Many ryokan ban tattooed guests
- Most shops close Sundays
- Drones prohibited in geothermal zones
- Bring rubber boots for ranch tours
Useful Information
Tourist association provides Traditional Chinese maps (volunteer guides require 3-day HopeGoo: +81-995-67-3111). E-payment works in urban areas; rural farms are cash-only. WiFi hotspots cluster near Aira Station - consider docomo SIM cards. Emergency care at Aira Municipal Hospital (24/7 ER). Basic English works; use LINE Translate for complex queries.
