Miyazaki
©AFLO, Hideki Nawate
The Nichinan area in southern Miyazaki is a great destination to experience the atmosphere of the south. As you drive along the Nichinan Coast, you’ll marvel at subtropical vistas that seem like they’re part of another land. The majesty of Miyazaki’s natural beauty can be found in the gorgeous sights of Takachiho Gorge and the hugely-popular Aoshima island.
Popular Spots for Miyazaki (ranked by monthly views)
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Takachiho Gorge
- Miyazaki
- With 7 kilometer high cliffs, this is designated as one of Japan's scenic natural monuments. In the valley, you will find Manai Waterfal...
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Washboard of demon
- Miyazaki
- Wavelike rocks spreading out for 8 km around Aoshima Island (860 meter around, 6 meters above sea level) near the southeast coast of Miya...
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Nichinan coast
- Miyazaki
- Encompassing 90 km of the coastline in southern Miyazaki Prefecture, the “Nichinan Coast” is a beautiful, expansive quasi-national park. ...
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Toi Cape
- Miyazaki
- Famous for its shear precipice and wild ”Misaki horses” inhabiting the area. These ”cape horses and their breeding grounds” have been des...
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Ikoma-kogen Plateau
- Miyazaki
- A popular place in Miyazaki Prefecture. The plateau is filled with many kinds of flowers. Yellow broccoli blossoms in spring, purple salv...
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Aoshima
- Miyazaki
- Aoshima is a popular island for sightseeing. It has once been said that 35% of newlywed couples go to Aoshima for their honeymoon. From n...
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Horikiri-Toge
- Miyazaki
- A mountain pass located about 2.5 km in the Nichinan area just a little after Aoshima Island, south of route 220 from Miyazaki City. Phoe...
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Kunimigaoka
- Miyazaki
- Kunimigaoka is an amazing hill with an observation deck where it is possible to get a magnificent view of the five peaks of Mount Aso. It...
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Umagase, Cross Sea
- Miyazaki
- These hexagonal columns look like a horse's back, hence the name "Umagase." The view of the cliffs from the lookout point leaves a powerf...
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Saitobaru Burial Mounds
- Miyazaki
- The burial mounds are located on the west side of Saito City. Here, you can enjoy flowers of all seasons. There are over 300,000 rapeseed...