Top 5 famous spots of Sakurajima according to ANA cabin crew

Tsukiyomi Shrine is located right across from the dock of the Sakurajima Ferry and is said to date back to between 708 and 715 AD. There is a pine forest in the shrine grounds, and the bright vermillion of the shrine pavilions against the subtropical blue Kagoshima sky is a sight to behold. There are two kinds of omikuji (paper fortunes) offered here, the good luck Hato (dove) mikuji and the better fortune Fukuro (owl) mikuji. Both are so cute you will have trouble deciding which to go for!  

The eruption of Sakurajima on January 12, 1914 was so massive that the 3m-high torii gate of Kurokami Shrine was buried by volcanic ash and pumice stones up to about 2m deep. The old ficus tree at the shrine miraculously survived and remains to this today, giving a sense of the arbitrariness of Mother Nature and the importance of disaster prevention.

One famous thing on Sakurajima Ferry is the Yabukin udon. The aroma of the soup is so enticing. There is nothing better than slurping on noodles as you enjoy the views of Kinko Bay and Sakurajima. It only takes 15 minutes to reach the other side of the bay, so you had better order as soon as you get on board. 

A soft ice-cream made with the world's smallest orange, Sakurajima komikan. The combination of zesty orange and rich milky flavor is delicious! The yellow color is also pretty. Be sure to take your picture quick otherwise the strong southern sunshine will melt it. 

The Sakurajima daikon radish is the world's biggest daikon with possible weights over 30kg, and has at least 200 years of history as a regional produce specialty. The flesh stays firm even when stewed and flavors absorb right through. It is also sweet! It is actually healthy and contains many elements likely to be beneficial to vascular function. Try it before you leave Kagoshima.