Sakurajima service area, Service area on Kyushu Expressway in Aira, Japan
Sakurajima service area is a rest stop on the Kyushu Expressway in Aira where travelers can eat, shop, and rest during their journey. The facility has separate sections for traffic heading in different directions, with restaurants, convenience stores, bathrooms, and parking spaces.
The service area takes its name from the nearby Sakurajima volcano, a mountain that shaped local geography and settlement patterns over many generations. The volcano has been a defining feature of the landscape throughout the region's recorded past.
The location offers travelers a direct view of Sakurajima volcano, which holds deep significance in Japanese geology and regional identity of Kagoshima Prefecture.
The service area has clear access points from the expressway with good signage for each traffic direction. Bathrooms and parking are centrally located and easy to reach on foot.
From this stop, visitors can see Sakurajima volcano releasing gas and ash in regular patterns throughout the year. The location provides a rare chance to observe geological activity while simply taking a break from driving.
Location: Aira
Part of: Kyushu Expressway
GPS coordinates: 31.72693,130.61544
Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47
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