Marine Port Kagoshima

What it is

• A port facility on a twenty-four hectare artificial island in Kagoshima.
• A dedicated pier and terminal for large international cruise ships.
• The site includes a heliport and a disaster shelter for the city.
• The current cruise terminal building opened for operations in April 2018.

What to see

• Large cruise ships docked at the international wharf facilities.
• A waterfront plaza designed for public use and relaxation.
• Several lawn areas located throughout the port grounds.
• Views of the surrounding water from the artificial island.

Getting there

• The facility is a 750 meter walk from the Wakida bus stop.
• Usuki Station is located approximately 1,200 meters from the port.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.