Kagoshima is the capital city of Kagoshima Prefecture, located in Japan. It serves as a primary urban center within the region and functions as a key administrative hub for the prefecture.
As of July 31, 2024, the city had an estimated population of 583,966 people residing in 285,992 households. The city covers a total area of 547.61 km² (211.43 sq mi), resulting in a population density of approximately 1,100 persons per km².