The park at the observatory has an interesting walking trail through the lava fields and the view of the lovely, peaceful bay is a sharp contrast to the smoldering volcano.
Arimura Lava Observatory at Mount Sakurajima near Kagoshima, Japan Things to See in Kagoshima, Japan
By Linda Garrison, About.com Guide
The Arimura Lava Observatory provides the closet view of Mount Sakurajima, a large active volcano that dominates Kagoshima.
Arimura Lava Observatory at Mount Sakurajima near Kagoshima, Japan
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