Visit the exquisite Iso-Teien Garden and its villa, built in 1660, and enjoy its gorgeous views before a short ferry ride to smoking Sakurajima for a closeup view of the volcano and its lava fields. Or journey into the countryside to Chiran and its wellpreserved streets lined with samurai homes. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Lake Ikeda and the stunning vistas of the Satsuma Peninsula.
Local Satsuma dolls, unique cards printed with ink made from volcanic ash and unusual wooden toys make interesting souvenirs.
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