Kirishima Onsen Area
Kirishima Onsen Area
鹿児島県
Nine distinct volcanic hot springs on Mt. Kirishima, famed as the site of Japan's first honeymoon by Sakamoto Ryoma in 1866.
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Historic Site
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30 min bus from Kirishima-Jingu Station
Makizonocho, Kirishima, Kagoshima
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Historic Site
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A collection of 9 hot springs on Mt. Kirishima, famous as the site of Sakamoto Ryoma's honeymoon, considered Japan's first.
Origins
The exact origins of Kirishima Onsen Resort remain unclear, but the naturally occurring hot springs arising from the volcanic activity of Mt. Kirishima are believed to have been used by local people since ancient times. During the Edo period, the area developed as a therapeutic retreat under the Sat…
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