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Aya Morishita
Explorer of Kirishima's Charms

An explorer of Kirishima's charms. They visited Kirishima by chance, but were so thrilled by the various charms they encountered there that they ended up focusing on Kirishima tea.
They frequently visit local tea farmers to continue deepening their knowledge.

KAI Kirishima
7 recommended "family baths" in Kirishima for day-trip bathing that the whole family can enjoy.

Nestled on the hillside of Mt. Takachiho, where myths live on, every guest room offers an open view overlooking Sakurajima. In the pampas grass field reached by a slope car, there is a hot spring hut where you can enjoy bathing while overlooking the Kirishima Highlands, making it a hot spring inn where you can feel liberated in both mind and body. The dynamic dance performance depicting the descent of the heavenly grandson is also a highlight.

Local Supporter FAQ

Please tell me some recommended spots in the Kirishima area.

I recommend the cafe run by Imayoshi Seicha. It is a cafe opened by a tea manufacturer whose products are also carried at KAI Kirishima, and you can enjoy drinks and sweets made with Kirishima tea. They are always developing new menu items, and their evolution never stops!

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Please secretly tell us some hidden gems that only a local would know.

You can see Sakurajima and the cityscape from the road that leads down from KAI Kirishima to the town.
It is recommended because the sunset is beautiful in the evening, and the night view is beautiful at night.
There is no place to park the car, so you can only see it in passing, but I am very soothed by this scenery that I see on my way home from work.

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What is a trip that remains in your memory?

My trip to the UK when I was a university student remains in my memory.
It was my first trip abroad with a friend, and I remember how exciting and fun it was to go through each step, including flight transfers.
I still travel with that friend twice a year.

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How do you spend your days off?

I like traveling and visiting cafes, so I am always exploring new shops and tourist spots.
I also like researching what kind of things are out there, and I enjoy making new discoveries.

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Is there anything you always bring with you when you travel?

I don't have anything in particular, but...
I take a lot of photos when I travel, so I'm thinking that I'd like a good camera.

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