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There are several hidden &#8220;heart stones&#8221; in the stone walls of the observatory, and the romantic playfulness that happiness will visit if you find them is very popular among overseas travelers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yunohira Observatory, located on the mountainside of Sakurajima at an altitude of about 373 meters, is the highest point accessible to the general public and is the most dynamic superb view observation spot on the island. The rough mountain surface of Mt. Minamidake rising steeply in front of you and the full view of the white volcanic smoke that still powerfully raises every day are full of impact, deeply overwhelming international tourists with the earth&#8217;s wild volcanic energy. Also, the vast panoramic view of the calm Kinko Bay and Kagoshima city area spreading below is splendid and very photogenic. 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