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Prefecture of Japan
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Miyazaki Prefecture (宮崎県 Miyazaki-ken) is in the southeastern part of the Japanese island of Kyushu with a low population density. Its capital of Miyazaki is centrally located on the coast of the Hyuga Sea. The area is popular with Korean and Taiwanese tourists, with Seoul and Taipei being international destinations from the prefecture's main airport.
By train
Miyazaki Prefecture is served by express trains along the Nippo Main Line, namely the "Kirishima", coming from Kagoshima nine times a day, and the "Nichirin", with 6 daily connections to Oita, 1 to…
By bus
Bus would be a logical option to enter Miyazaki Prefecture from Kumamoto Prefecture as there are no direct rail lines traversing the mountains along their border.
By ferry
Miyazaki Car Ferry is an overnight car ferry that runs between Miyazaki and Kobe.
By train
The prefecture is served by four train lines: Nippo Main Line provides connections between the principal cities of Miyakonojo, Miyazaki, Hyuga and Nobeoka.
By bus
It's necessary to use the bus in order to reach some of the main attractions in the prefecture, including the town of Takachiho, Udo Shrine and trailheads in Kirishima Mountains.
By bike
Some cities also offer tourist taxi services and bike rentals. Bikes can be a wonderful way to get around in sunny Miyazaki, but it can get really hot and humid in the summer.
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Miyazaki (宮崎) is the prefectural capital of Miyazaki prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan.
former provincial capital located below the Kirishima Mountains and on the way between Miyazaki and Kagoshima cities.
northernmost city near the border with Oita Prefecture, with abundant factories, but also a walkable city centre with beautiful castle ruins and a hilltop Buddhist temple.
contains stunningly beautiful Cape Hyuga and the historical port of Mimitsu.
home to the famous Udo Shrine and the historical town of Obi with a castle of significant historical importance.
Kobayashi (小林) is a city in Miyazaki prefecture.
Saito (西都) is a city in Miyazaki prefecture.
Ebino (えびの) is a city in Miyazaki, Kyushu.
coastal city on Shibushi Bay, the only of its kind in the prefecture as there are calm beaches accessible to swimmers. Well-known for its wild horse habitat near Cape Toi.
Takachiho (高千穂) is a town in Miyazaki, Kyushu. Both a natural wonder and an important religious site, Takachiho draws over a million Japanese tourists yearly, but few foreigners make it this far.
volcanic mountain range with stunning landscapes and hiking trails. It's a holy place in Shinto religion as this is where Gods descended from Heaven.
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