Minato Café

Minato Café is a vibrant, community-driven spot that opened in March 2018 on the 3rd floor of the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal in Kagoshima. Its name combines “minato” (port) and “minna to” (together with everyone), reflecting its founding through crowdfunding and local involvement . Overlooking the ferry docks and Kinko Bay, the café offers iconic, photogenic dishes inspired by Sakurajima—like the “Ash Fall Soft Serve” (ash-flavored soft-serve garnished with powdered sugar and sweet potato chips), and the tomato-spice “Sakurajima Curry” that mimics volcanic magma kagoshima-yokanavi.jp. It also sells local souvenirs like camellia-oil treats in its adjacent travel store. With a cozy, bright dining area, Minato Café is perfect for a serene lunch or relaxing stop before or after a ferry ride．

Highlights:

• Unique volcanic-inspired menu (Ash Soft Serve, Sakurajima Curry)

• Stunning port & bay views

• Local ingredients & souvenirs shop