[2025 Kirishima Attraction] Travel Guide for Onamino Pond (Updated May)

It lies on the north side of Kagoshima Bay, at the junction of the Satsuma Peninsula and the Osumi Peninsula, and borders Miyazaki Prefecture. Here's a travel guide to Kirishima City, Japan: Recommended Attractions - Kirishima Shrine: The largest shrine in southern Kyushu, originally built in the 6th century, it has a rich cultural heritage and ancient history. It enshrines Ninigi-no-Mikoto, the central figure in Japan's founding mythology, and houses a giant sacred tree that is 800 years old. The architecture is mainly vermilion, with red-lacquered, gold-topped beams and pillars, brightly colored reliefs, and the largest torii gate in western Japan, allowing visitors to experience a rich, classical Japanese style. - Kareigawa Station: The oldest station in the Kyushu region, and still an unmanned station in operation, it opened in 1903. The station is a wooden structure, with a wooden ticket window, old benches in the waiting area, and other historical features. The JR Kyushu limited express train "Hayato no Kaze" stops here, attracting many photography enthusiasts. - Kirishima Onsen: Located in northern Kagoshima's Kirishima, the hot springs gush from mountains at altitudes of 1500-1700 meters, including "Kirishima Onsen" and "Kirishima Shrine Onsen." It is a nationally renowned hot spring resort in Japan, where you can enjoy the double charm of hot springs and autumn leaves in the fall. - Onami Pond: Located at an altitude of 1411 meters, on Mount Kirishima at an altitude of 1240 meters, it has a diameter of 630 meters and a depth of 11 meters. It was formed 40,000 years ago due to volcanic activity on Mount Kirishima. You can enjoy the autumn leaves in autumn and winter, and overlook the spectacular crater lake from the hiking trail. The trail is well-equipped, making it easy for even novice hikers to reach the summit. Recommended Food - Black Pork Dishes: Try Kagoshima's famous "Kurobuta Tonkatsu" (black pork cutlet) and other black pork dishes. - Seafood: Kirishima City is located by the sea and has abundant seafood resources. You can enjoy fresh fish, shrimp, crab, and more. - Onsen Eggs: In the hot spring area, you can enjoy onsen eggs, which have a delicate texture. Accommodation Recommendations - Near Kirishima Shrine: Convenient transportation, close to Kirishima Shrine and other attractions. - Near the Hot Spring Area: Enjoy easy access to the hot springs and experience the service of Japanese hot spring hotels. Transportation Guide - Airplane: You can first arrive at Kagoshima Airport and then take an airport limousine bus or JR to Kirishima City. - Train: From Kagoshima Chuo Station, it takes about 50 minutes by JR to reach Kirishima-Jingu Station.

Kagoshima/Kirishima Onamiike⛰️ Japan's highest crater lake "1241m" [July 2024] This is a crater lake with groundwater accumulating in a 1km diameter crater that was created by an eruption 50,000 years ago! ! You can climb from the trailhead in about 30 minutes. The path is well maintained, so you can climb without difficulty if you're not wearing sandals or heels, but you may need some physical strength. Even though I exercise 2-3 days a week, it was quite hard if I tried to climb without taking a break🏃It was summer, so I was sweating profusely💦But the hiking trail was a good way to feel nature🌲 When you reach the summit, the view is truly spectacular✨✨ It was interesting to watch the surrounding mountains and lakes change their appearance as the clouds move and the sun shines on them. For those who don't like mountain climbing but want to try climbing a mountain, I recommend Onamiike Pond, which is 1,411m above sea level but is easy to get to. It takes about an hour round trip just to see this view, but it takes another 1.5 to 2 hours to go around the lake. You can see the magma splashes that piled up at the time of the eruption and the lava that overflowed from the edge of the crater in more detail, so if you're interested, I recommend that you go dressed properly for mountain climbing. 🕰️Opening hours: All year round (For the latest information on mountain entry restrictions due to volcanic activity) 📍Location: Takachiho, Makizono-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 💰Price per person: Free ⚠️There is a free parking lot at the trailhead, but the number of cars is limited There is only a portable toilet at the peak, but no restrooms along the way, so it's a good idea to use the restrooms at the trailhead. #0yentravelautumn

It's like you've entered the world of a movie. A spot with a spectacular view! 📍Onamiike Pond This spot is said to be the setting for "Your Name" because of the beautiful lake! It's about a 40-minute walk from the trailhead! Last time, it rained, so I couldn't take a good photo, so I went again! A mysterious and spectacular spot that you'll want to visit again and again! If you're confident in your physical strength, be sure to go!! ! ! ! 【INFORMATION】 ⛰️Onamiike Pond 📮Takachiho, Makuzono-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 🚗Parking available for about 20 cars (free) #Kagoshima Tourism #Kagoshima Trip #Sakura2024