With white beaches and crystal blue water, Kyushu's coast is a popular vacation destination for natives and tourists alike. Subtropical in nature, these beaches are warm nearly all year round and are perfect for surfing and swimming.

Sakurajima is one of Japan's most active volcanoes and the symbol of Kagoshima. The volcano smokes constantly, and minor eruptions often take place multiple times per day. Located in the middle of Kagoshima Bay, Sakurajima is the area's most prominent geographic feature, having an elevation of 1117 meters and a circumference of about 50 kilometers.