Japanese regional information

Kagoshima Prefecture

What is Kagoshima Prefecture

Kagoshima is a rich agricultural and livestock producing prefecture and is particular famous for its sweet potatoes and pork. The volcanic island of Sakurajima in Kagoshima Bay erupts throughout the year, dropping volcanic ash even within the city of Kagoshima.

  • Total area

    Total area:

    91.89(100km²)

  • Proportion of forested land

    Proportion of forested land:

    63.9%

  • temperature

    Average annual temperature:

    18.9°C

    Maximum temperature

    33.4°C

    Minimum temperature

    4.3°C

  • Total population

    Total population:

    1,700,000people

  • Population density

    Population density:

    185people/km²

  • No. of foreign students

    No. of foreign students:

    1,011people

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