The legendary birthplace of Japanese mythology. Immerse yourself in dramatic basalt river gorges, ocean cliffside shrines, sub-tropical beach resorts, and world-champion Wagyu beef.
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Miyazaki Wagyu Award Winner
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Rooted in ancient Shinto legends and blessed with Japan’s warmest coastal sunshine, Miyazaki offers an irresistible mix of spiritual reverence and outdoor tropical relaxation.
Revered as the homeland of Amaterasu the Sun Goddess. Ancient shrines and sacred groves preserve Japan's earliest creation legends.
Row through sheer basalt volcanic cliffs carved by ancient lava flows from Mt. Aso, framed by cascading pristine waterfalls.
Drive along the Nichinan Coast past palm trees, ocean waves, unique basalt 'Devil's Washboard' rock beds, and seaside cliff shrines.
Home to Prime Minister's Award-winning Miyazaki Wagyu, succulent Chicken Nanban, and sweet sun-ripened tropical mangoes.
From ethereal volcanic ravines to vermilion ocean sanctuaries, explore the most breathtaking sites of Miyazaki.
MYTHICAL NATURE
A narrow chasm created by pyroclastic flow from Mt. Aso. Rent a wooden rowboat to glide beneath the 17-meter Manai Waterfall surrounded by mossy volcanic basalt columns.
Takachiho Rowing Guide →
SACRED ISLAND
A small subtropical island encircled by unusual perfectly layered basalt rock formations known as the 'Devil's Washboard.' A red bridge connects it to mainland palm beaches.
Explore Aoshima Island →
CLIFFSIDE SHRINE
A striking vermilion shrine set inside a cavernous ocean cliff along the Pacific coast. Visitors toss clay 'Undama' lucky balls into a turtle-shaped rock in the crashing surf below.
Discover Udo Shrine →
PANORAMIC VIEW
The only place in the world officially authorized by Easter Island to recreate seven identical giant Moai statues, overlooking endless blue ocean vistas.
Visit Sun Messe →
FOLK HERITAGE
Dating back over 800 years, Takachiho Shrine hosts nightly ritual *Kagura* theatrical dances reenacting ancient mythic tales of gods and demons around sacred fires.
Night Kagura Schedule →
HISTORIC TOWN
Stroll through quiet samurai streetscapes lined with stone walls, mossy gardens, carp-filled canals, and ancient cedar trees in southern Miyazaki.
Explore Obi Samurai Town →Sun-drenched agriculture and rich livestock traditions make Miyazaki a paradise for gourmet travelers.
Crispy fried chicken seasoned with sweet-and-sour vinegar marinade, blanketed in a rich, creamy homemade tartar sauce. Miyazaki's iconic comfort staple.
4-time consecutive winner of Japan's Wagyu Olympics. Famous for dense snowflake marbling, buttery tenderness, and rich unctuous flavor.
"Egg of the Sun" ripe mangoes harvested only when fully tree-ripened. Ultra-sweet, juicy, and legendary across Japan for premium quality.
A refreshing summer dish made of grilled fish paste and sesame miso soup poured cold over warm rice with cucumbers, tofu, and fresh shiso leaves.
Crafted routes to experience both mountain mythology and tropical coastal drives.
A spiritual day trip into the mountain heartland of ancient Shinto myth.
Arrive early to secure your rowboat reservation and beat the crowds at Manai Falls.
Visit the cave where Amaterasu concealed herself, surrounded by thousands of stacked river stones.
Savor high-grade Miyazaki Wagyu beef steak or grilled skewers at local village eateries.
Attend the sacred 1-hour night Kagura dance performance at Takachiho Shrine hall.
Explore the full length of Miyazaki from northern gorges down to southern ocean drives.
Rowboat tour, gorge walking trail, and evening Kagura performance in Takachiho.
Chicken Nanban lunch, cross to Aoshima Island, and surf or relax at beachside resorts.
Drive scenic Highway 220 to Udo Shrine cave, Sun Messe Moai, and Obi Samurai Town.
Miyazaki Airport (KMI) offers frequent domestic flights from Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. The JR Airport Line connects directly to central Miyazaki Station in just 10 minutes.
A rental car is highly recommended for exploring Takachiho Gorge and the Nichinan Coast at your own pace. Highway express buses connect Miyazaki City directly with Kumamoto and Kagoshima.
Continue your journey into neighboring prefectures across Kyushu island.
