Kirishima
Japan · Kagoshima-kenJP
City in Kyūshū, Japan
Kirishima is a city located in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 May 2024, the city had an estimated population of 123,640 in 63202 households, and a population density of 200 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 603.17 km2 (232.89 sq mi). Kirishima has the second largest population of the cities in Kagoshima Prefecture. It is a crossroads for commerce between Kagoshima and Miyazaki Prefectures. It is also the home of the Kagoshima Airport, the terminus for the JR Hisatsu line, and is served by two major expressways. The former Kokubu-Hayato area was designated as a "Technopolis" as high tech industries such as Sony and Kyocera opened facilities in the city.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 127,487
- Coordinates
- 31.741, 130.763
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Kirishima
Travellers heading to Kagoshima-ken, Japan will find Kirishima, a medium-sized town. Its resident count stands at approximately 127,487. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are nature, sports and adventure. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Kirishima
Nature in Kirishima
(6)Kirishima records Geological Formations, National Parks, Nature Reserves, Parks and Volcanoes under nature. It is a direct read of Kirishima's activity profile. There are 6 tagged experiences in this group.
Sports in Kirishima
(4)On the sports side, Kirishima offers Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails. It is a direct read of Kirishima's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Adventure in Kirishima
(1)Our data lists Boat Rides as adventure options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kirishima.
Water Sports in Kirishima
(1)Looking for water sports? Kirishima has Sailboats. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kirishima.
More to do in Kirishima
(1)On the other activities side, Kirishima offers Secret. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Kirishima. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Kirishima
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Kirishima is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Asia/Tokyo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Kirishima that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kirishima known for?
- Travellers associate Kirishima with nature, sports and adventure. It sits in Kagoshima-ken, Japan and counts about 127,487 residents.
- What can you do in Kirishima?
- Kirishima is tagged with Geological Formations, National Parks, Nature Reserves, Parks and Volcanoes, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Kirishima?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
- Where is Kirishima located?
- Kirishima belongs to Kagoshima-ken, Japan, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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