Discover Tranquility at Minato Odori Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving to Minato Odori Park, start by heading towards Route 3 (Kagoshima-Kita Expressway) from your location in Satsuma. Follow Route 3 until you reach the Kagoshima area. Take the exit towards Kagoshima City Center and merge onto Route 10. Continue on Route 10, following the signs for the city center. Once you approach the downtown area, look for signs pointing toward Yasuicho. The address for Minato Odori Park is 5-1 Yasuicho, Kagoshima, 892-0815. There is limited parking available near the park, so be prepared to find a designated parking area nearby, which may incur a small fee.

• Public Transportation - Train

  For those using public transportation, take the JR Kagoshima Main Line from Satsuma Station (Satsuma-Sendai City) to Kagoshima Chuo Station. The journey takes about 30-40 minutes. Upon arrival at Kagoshima Chuo Station, exit the station and head to the bus terminal located just outside. Take a local city bus heading towards 'Yasuicho.' The bus ride will take approximately 10-15 minutes. Get off at the 'Yasuicho' stop, and Minato Odori Park is just a short walk from there. The total cost for the train and bus combined should be around 700-900 Yen.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  If you prefer to take a bus directly from Satsuma, check the schedule for local buses heading towards Kagoshima City. Board a bus that stops at Yasuicho. The bus ride will take approximately 1 hour. After arriving at Yasuicho, Minato Odori Park is within walking distance. Make sure to check the bus schedules in advance as they may vary throughout the day. The fare for the bus will be around 600 Yen.