About Sakurajima
Sakurajima is an active volcano in Kagoshima Bay in southern Kyushu, joined to the mainland by an old lava flow and facing the city of Kagoshima across the water. Small eruptions are frequent, and the wind decides whether ash falls on the city or out to sea. These Sakurajima live cams come from two Kagoshima broadcasters, MBC and KYT.
Which Sakurajima webcam to check first
Start with the KYT stream for a full view of the volcano and any plume above the crater. The MBC camera gives a second angle on the mountain and the bay, useful when cloud hides one side.
Before you go to Sakurajima
Check the Japan Meteorological Agency's Sakurajima page for the alert level and ashfall forecast before you go. The ferry from Kagoshima takes about 15 minutes but no longer runs through the night, so check the timetable for late crossings.
Live cameras and modelled weather can be delayed, incomplete or offline. Check official weather, access and safety information before you make plans.
