Miyazaki Guide: Things to do in Miyazaki (2025)

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Tropical palms and prize-winning jitokko chicken

About Miyazaki

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Top Attractions in Miyazaki

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Culture

Udo Jingu Shrine

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Activities

Takachiho Gorge

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Kaeda Valley

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Culture

Obi Castle

Around Miyazaki

Area

Miyazaki City

Miyazaki City is the capital of Miyazaki prefecture, located along the eastern coast in southern Kyushu. Miyazaki City promises a great balance of attractions from the cultural Miyazaki shrine,..

Area

Takachiho

Takachiho is located deep in the heart of Kyushu, in northern Miyazaki. A remote, rural area steeped in myth and legend, it is widely believed to be the location where Japan's sun goddess,..

Area

Nichinan

Nichinan is a coastal region in southern Miyazaki, blessed with wonderful sea views and plenty of sightseeing spots too. No visit to Nichinan is complete without visiting the Udo Jingu Shrine..

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About Miyazaki

Region Kyushu
Island Kyushu
Capital Miyazaki
Population 1,135,233
Area 7,735.31 km²

Take a look around Miyazaki Prefecture (宮崎県, Miyazaki-ken) and you’ll see why it was a very popular honeymoon destination during the 1960’s (before Okinawa was returned to Japan and international travel became more affordable). Takachiho Gorge and Aoshima Island are both extremely beautiful sights, while the Udo Jingu, dedicated to Jimmu, the first emperor of Japan, is built in a cave on a cliff.

The prefecture’s warm climate, exotic Phoenix palm trees, and delicious mango fruit will give you the illusion of being in a tropical country. And speaking of food, some can’t-miss Miyazaki dishes are chicken nanban and niku-maki onigiri, both of which go very well with shochu sake, which the prefecture is renowned for.

The prefecture is still a great resort spot today, and if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Japan’s big cities, then Miyazaki is the place to go.

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  5. 5 Glamour Camping in Miyazaki Activities
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  7. 7 Traditional Japan with a Tropical Touch Culture
  8. 8 Umisachi Yamasachi Nichinan
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  5. 7 Takachiho Yokagura Takachiho
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  7. 9 Night Dances at Takachiho Shrine Takachiho
  8. 10 Hayakawa Organic Farm Food

Upcoming Miyazaki Events

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Yunomiya Zaronbai Plum Garden Illuminations 2025

Early - Mid Feb

Miyazaki's Yunomiya Zaronbai is one of only 5 nationally designated plum tree natural monuments in Japan, and as a result is..

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Where to eat in Miyazaki

Food

Hayakawa Organic Farm

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Organic food, farm-stays, vegetables sent by parcel anywhere in Japan, weekday macrobiotic lunches too!

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The Beach Burger House

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The Beach Burger House is located within the Miyazaki Rinkai Park, and has an American beachside diner vibe with a menu to match...

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Hinata Shizuku Kaiseki Restaurant

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A variety of subtle flavors and textures in a beautifully arranged multi-course kaiseki lunch or dinner

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Places to stay in Miyazaki

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Staying in a Luxurious Samurai Home

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Imagine an old castle town samurai home with historic beauty and modern convenience. How about staying the night?

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Accommodation

Living A Rural Life Style in Aya, Miyazaki Prefecture

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Living A Rural Life Style in Aya, Miyazaki Prefecture

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Live Like a Modern Samurai

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Stay in a renovated samurai-era home with modern comfort and style.

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Latest Miyazaki Reports

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Nobeoka: A Treasure Trove of Delights

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Nobeoka is large enough to have witnessed history and develop outstanding regional cuisine, yet small enough to remain intimate..

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Transportation

Umisachi Yamasachi

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As Japan love unique train, you can take one of them between Miyazaki and Nango. The train also makes stops at Nichinan, Obi and..

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9 Experiences in Nobeoka

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About Miyazaki

Region Kyushu
Island Kyushu
Capital Miyazaki
Population 1,135,233
Area 7,735.31 km²

Take a look around Miyazaki Prefecture (宮崎県, Miyazaki-ken) and you’ll see why it was a very popular honeymoon destination during the 1960’s (before Okinawa was returned to Japan and international travel became more affordable). Takachiho Gorge and Aoshima Island are both extremely beautiful sights, while the Udo Jingu, dedicated to Jimmu, the first emperor of Japan, is built in a cave on a cliff.

The prefecture’s warm climate, exotic Phoenix palm trees, and delicious mango fruit will give you the illusion of being in a tropical country. And speaking of food, some can’t-miss Miyazaki dishes are chicken nanban and niku-maki onigiri, both of which go very well with shochu sake, which the prefecture is renowned for.

The prefecture is still a great resort spot today, and if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Japan’s big cities, then Miyazaki is the place to go.

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