2025 Miyakonojo Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

📍Sekinoo Falls/Sekinoo Park 🌟I was able to walk from the parking lot to the falls without any steep slopes. The sidewalk is well-maintained to the point where the falls can be seen, so even a wheelchair could go. The suspension bridge wobbles a little, but it is stable and wide enough to cross. It feels great to see the water splashing at you. If you turn your back to the falls and look at the river surface right in the middle of the suspension bridge, you will see a heart-shaped moss-covered rock. After bathing in negative ions, you can eat delicious food at the newly opened cafe and restaurant. Depending on the time of day, it can get crowded with families, but it's a perfect place to play all day. 🚩Route Sekinoo Town, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture ・Dogs allowed🐕 ・Open 24 hours ・Wheelchair accessible #Miyazaki #Miyakonojo #Sekinoo Falls #Waterfall #Camp #Campsite #Miyakonojo City

#springwander Takachiho Peak, at an altitude of 1574 m, is one of Japan's 200 famous mountains located on the border of Miyazaki Prefecture and Kagoshima Prefecture. It is said that it is the mountain where Tenson descended, the grandson of Amaterasu Omi, Niniginomikoto (Kionokison), and at the top of the mountain, there is a bronze Tensakuho, which is said to have been pushed to the peak when Niniginomikoto descended, and it is a famous peak that has also been the object of mountain faith, Sakamoto It is also famous as the place that Ryoma and his wife Oryu visited on her "first honeymoon in Japan".

Below is a detailed travel guide for Kirishima Mythology Park in Kirishima City, Japan: I. Park Information • Name: Kirishima Mythology Park • Address: Kirishima Mythology Park, 2583-22 Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima 899-4201, Japan • Opening hours: 09:00–17:00 (Open all year round) II. Transportation • From Kagoshima Chuo Station: 1. Take the JR train to Kirishima-Jingu Station (approx. 50 mins). 2. Transfer to a bus at Kirishima-Jingu Station and get off at the "Kirishima Mythology Park Entrance" stop. 3. You can also take a taxi directly from Kirishima-Jingu Station (approx. 15 mins). III. Recommendations • Duration: We recommend spending 1–3 hrs at the park, depending on your interests and physical condition. • Clothing: The park is located in the mountains, where the weather is relatively cold. Please dress warmly. Wear comfortable shoes for hiking. • Fees: Admission to the park is free, but there are fees for individual facilities. Please refer to the announcements inside the park or the ticket office for details. IV. Attractions and Activities • Stone Steps and Slides: You can explore the park on foot via the stone steps or take the slides. • Playground: The playground has bumper cars, twister cars, grass slides, and other attractions, making it ideal for families with children. • Observation Deck: Take the cable car to the observation deck at the top of the mountain for a panoramic view of Kirishima City. On a clear day, you can see Sakurajima and Kaimondake in the distance. • Mini Animal Village: Get up close and personal with a variety of small animals. V. Important Notes • Safety First: Please be mindful of your safety and follow park regulations during your visit. • Environmental Awareness: Please keep the park clean and do not litter. • Time Management: Plan your itinerary in advance to avoid missing buses or other transportation. VI. Nearby Attractions • Kirishima-jingu Shrine: Located near Kirishima Mythology Park, this shrine is a great place to learn about traditional Japanese culture and Shintoism. • Takachiho Farm: Known as "Little Switzerland," Takachiho Farm is a famous dairy farm. Here, you can enjoy fresh dairy products and delicious food. VII. Food and Shopping • Food: There may be shops selling snacks and drinks inside the park, but the selection may be limited. We recommend bringing your own snacks or dining at nearby restaurants after leaving the park. • Shopping: You can buy souvenirs such as milk and snacks at the Farm Shop in Kirishima Mythology Park. You can also visit nearby shops and specialty stores. In summary, Kirishima Mythology Park is a comprehensive park that combines natural scenery, cultural attractions, and recreational activities. Whether you are traveling with family or on your own, you are sure to find something to enjoy. Please be mindful of your safety and the environment, and plan your itinerary accordingly.

Kirishima City is located in Kagoshima Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. It lies on the north side of Kagoshima Bay, at the junction of the Satsuma and Osumi Peninsulas, bordering Miyazaki Prefecture. Kirishima City has many tourist attractions worth visiting. Here are some of the main ones: History and Culture - Kirishima Shrine: The largest shrine in southern Kyushu, it was built in the 6th century and has a rich cultural heritage and ancient history. It enshrines Ninigi-no-Mikoto, the central figure in Japan's founding myths. The shrine has a giant sacred tree that is 800 years old. The architecture is mainly vermilion, with red-lacquered, gold-topped beams and pillars, brightly colored reliefs, and the largest torii gate in western Japan, allowing visitors to experience a rich, classical Japanese style.  - Kareigawa Station: The oldest station in Kyushu, it is also an unmanned station still in use today, having started operations in 1903. The station is a wooden structure, with a wooden ticket window, waiting area, and old benches, all full of history. The JR Kyushu limited express train "Hayato no Kaze" stops here, attracting many photography enthusiasts. Natural Scenery - Kirishima Onsen: Located in northern Kagoshima, Kirishima's hot springs gush from mountains at altitudes of 1,500-1,700 meters. It includes "Kirishima Onsenkyo" and "Kirishima Jingu Onsenkyo," and is a nationally famous hot spring resort in Japan. In autumn, you can enjoy the double charm of hot springs and red leaves.  - Onami Pond: Located at an altitude of 1,411 meters, Onami Pond sits at an elevation of 1,240 meters on Mount Kirishima. It has a diameter of 630 meters and a depth of 11 meters, and was formed 40,000 years ago due to volcanic activity on Mount Kirishima. In autumn and winter, you can admire the maple leaves. Standing on the well-maintained hiking trail, you can overlook the spectacular crater lake, making it easy for even novice hikers to reach the summit.  - Mount Takachiho: Located on the border of Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures, the Takachiho River Gorge Visitor Center at the foot of the mountain has a wealth of information, including terrain models. The mountain slopes have terraced rice paddies and tea fields, and the mountainside is a reddish-brown cliff face. The color of the peak varies at different times of the day. - Maruo Waterfall: Fed by the upstream Rinda Onsen and Iou-dani Onsen, Maruo is a hot spring waterfall. The waterfall emits steam, and the water strands form columnar textures on the cliff face after the sulfur lava cools. When lit up at night, the light is softened by the water mist, giving the waterfall a captivating charm.  Art and Leisure - Kirishima Open-Air Museum: Built on the Kirishima mountain range at an altitude of 700 meters, this art museum covers an area of 130,000 square meters. It is a huge outdoor showplace, making use of lawns, forests, and waterfalls, and harmonizing with the abundant sunlight of the south. The museum features works by artists such as Yayoi Kusama. - Kakujida: Japan's first black vinegar restaurant, it is a comprehensive facility where you can enjoy food, tour the production process, and shop. The restaurant's own farm grows organic vegetables, and there is a black vinegar lunch made with seafood from Kagoshima Bay, Kagoshima black pork, and Japanese Black beef. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Tsubota and Sakurajima.

The Kirishima Mountains, which span Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures ⛰️ We're heading to Takachiho Ranch, which spreads out at the foot of the mountain 🚗 This is the birthplace of Takachiho Yogurt, which is made from 100% raw milk and is often seen in supermarkets 🥛 You can get up close and personal with cows, horses, sheep and goats that have grown up in the great outdoors, and you can enjoy not only a tour of the ranch, but also milking, ice cream, butter, and sausages. It's a tourist ranch 🐮 ※When you think of a ranch, you think of soft serve ice cream! So, you can't miss eating the soft serve ice cream here 🍦 When interacting with the animals, the sheep and goats flocked to them, eager to get food, and ate it with all their might without any resistance to the humans 🐑 *There were also baby goats and lambs, which were cute ✨ Then, just beyond the pasture in the park, there was an observation deck, where you'll find...the "Anywhere Door" 🚪 Why is the "Anywhere Door," which ranks highly in the Doraemon secret gadget ranking, here...?! Please check out what is beyond the door with your own eyes lol As it is an observation deck, you can see the Kirishima mountain range and Takachiho peak from there, and feel the majestic nature first-hand 📸 With so many activities and things to see, the entrance fee and parking fee were both free ✌️ It is a place where you can interact with animals while surrounded by majestic nature, so please visit it when you are traveling 😌 -—————————————— [Access 🚃🚗] ①JR Kyushu About 10 minutes by taxi from Kirishima-Jingu Station on the Nippo Main Line ② About 70 minutes by car from Miyazaki Station or Miyazaki Airport ③ About 40 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport [Business hours🕰️] 9:00-17:00 [Admission fee💰] ★Free -—————————————— #Domestic travel strategy #Domestic travel #Kagoshima Prefecture #Miyazaki Prefecture #Kagoshima trip #Kagoshima sightseeing #Takachiho Ranch #Kirishima Mountain Range #Takachiho Peak #Tourist ranch #Interacting animals #Camera trip #SLR #canoneosx9i #Enjoy the scenery #Majestic nature #Door anywhere #I love traveling #Travel record #Kiritori Sekai #Traveling Japan #Where should I go next? #japantravel #kagoshima

#getgoing2025 Takachiho farm, which spreads out at the foot of the Kirishima Mountains, is a sightseeing ranch where you can enjoy interacting with cows, horses, and sheep raised in nature, visiting the ranch, and experiencing handmade. Ice cream made with plenty of homemade milk is very popular. Ice cream and butter making experiences are also available on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. In the spacious lawn square, you can also spread out your lunch box and enjoy a picnic, so why not refresh your body and mind by interacting with animals while admiring the majestic scenery of the Kirishima Mountains?

🌟Miyakonojo City Illumination This event was held with the desire to "liven up Miyakonojo City"! This year, the two-month illumination has begun! You can enjoy the fountain and the illumination together. There are an amazing number of light bulbs, but there are fewer people than in the city, so you can take beautiful photos! You can also see the illumination from the adjacent library. There is also a large parking lot🅿️, so there is nothing to complain about! Please go and check it out! 💓Lighting period Saturday, November 9, 2024 - Monday, January 13, 2025 *Due to an event, some of the illuminations around Machinaka Square will be turned off from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Friday, December 20th 💓Lighting time 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm *May vary depending on the implementing organization *On the day of the lighting ceremony (November 9th), it will be from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm 💓Illumination implementation area ・Core facility Mallmall ・Wellness Exchange Plaza, Wellness Parking ・Each shopping street and commercial facility 📍Sakaemachi, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture #Miyazaki #MiyakonojoCity #Illumination #Winter #Lightup #MiyazakiTourism #MiyazakiTrip #Miyakonojo #Illumination

Yakiniku Mihiro (Miyakonojo) My favorite yakiniku restaurant that I always go to when I go to Miyazaki. You can enjoy high-quality A5 Miyazaki beef! 🐃 Although it is a yakiniku restaurant, I really recommend the sukiyaki. The balance of fat and lean meat is perfect. Once you eat it, you'll definitely want to go back. It may be a little pricey, but if you go to Miyazaki, please try it ^^

18-3 Mutamachi, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture 0986-25-0129 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 17:30 - 01:30 #0 yen travel autumn #Miyazaki #Miyazaki sightseeing #Miyazaki trip #Miyazaki gourmet #Yakiniku #Sukiyaki

This time to Fukuoka 10 days 9 nights 🫶🏻 I have arranged a few days to drive down to Kagoshima to walk and play 😙 And one of the attractions is Kannoo Falls🫡 It is not too popular an attraction plus maybe because of the rain So basically no one!! ️‼ ️The scenery is just like rock😛 I think the public transportation will be relatively less convenient compared to 🆚Osaka and Tokyo And to come to these places basically no facilities so I recommend to self-drive tour of everyone 🙆🏻 ♀️ Kanno Falls is actually one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan for a long time😎 Its river channel is 40 meters wide and the drop is 18 meters🫶🏻 forming a waterfall We are on the path next to the parking lot through Kawakami Shrine and Nyūtaki🙊 About five minutes can reach the waterfall platform 🥰 The distance is not difficult 🤩 Here the male taki for the north front with the waterway overflow and the female taki is formed by the waterway for the north front with the natural drop to the water intake!! ️I heard that there seems to be a sad legend🤔 However, locally it is said that male and female pairs are inseparable🙈 So in Japan🇯🇵 since ancient times it has been a holy place to pray for luck😍 #Fukuoka itinerary #familykol #familyholidaygoodplaces #globaltravel #japanesefood #japanhotels #japantravel #familyholidaygoods #japansummertravel #parentdayday #valentinesdaygoodplaces2024

#Travelwithme In April of this year, I enjoyed cherry blossom viewing at Kannonike Park in Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture. I was surprised that such a large park exists for free. There are many cherry trees in the park, and the sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom spreading all over the place was truly overwhelming. Walking leisurely and enjoying the cherry blossom petals falling in the air was truly relaxing. I also recommend laying out a picnic sheet, spreading out your lunch, and relaxing. Kannonike Park is a spot that can be enjoyed by families and friends, and is the perfect place to enjoy a spring moment. If you have a chance to visit Miyakonojo City, be sure to visit!

When it comes to Miyazaki Prefecture, your first instinct is to think of a sunny climate with blue sea and blue sky. However, in fact, there are places worth visiting in Miyazaki Prefecture during the rainy season. About 5 minutes’ drive from JR Yamanoguchi Station, you will reach a hydrangea park. There are 84 species and approximately 28,000 hydrangeas planted in the park. The flowering period of hydrangeas is from June to July, which is also the rainy season in Japan. Going out to enjoy the hydrangeas during the rainy season has become the most beautiful scenery of this season. In addition, the predecessor of the park was built in the 14th century. Matsuo Castle, although the castle no longer exists, the castle tower has been recreated on the hill and is used as an observation deck. The view of the Kirishima Mountains and the Miyako Basin intertwined from the observation deck is particularly refreshing. #springgoodplace2024 #hydrangea

📍Takachiho Ranch Located at the foot of the Kirishima Mountains, Takachiho Ranch is a tourist ranch where you can enjoy interacting with cows, horses, and sheep that have grown up in the great outdoors, visiting the ranch, and experiencing handicrafts. A restaurant with a wide variety of menus such as yakiniku and Genghis Khan, and a soft serve ice cream that boasts a rich flavor and natural sweetness that will satisfy both adults and children! It was so delicious! ! ! ! There are also many photo spots on the vast land. A spot where you can interact with animals and eat delicious food and never get bored even if you stay there all day! Please come and visit! 【INFORMATION】 🫏Takachiho Ranch 📮5265-103 Yoshinomotocho, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture 🕐9:00-17:00 #MiyazakiTrip #MiyazakiTourism #TravelingWithMe

#cherryblossom2024 Blooming tunnels There are thousands of sakura trees in Motio Park. Since mid-March, it has been turning into a real pink cloud. Thousands of visitors come to walk along its flowery alleys. Recommended Take a ride on a rickshaw under the cherry blossoms Admire the view from above of 2,600 trees Visit the daily entertainment programs and take a look at the grocery stores How to get there The easiest way to get to the park is by car. From Miyazaki Station, you need to drive a few blocks straight to Highway 269. After about 1 hour and 15 minutes, it will lead directly to Motio Park. Cherry Delight The cherry blossom season is one of the best moments to visit Japan. The cherry blossom is a symbol of new beginnings and the end of a cold winter. Locals and visitors flock to the park to celebrate the arrival of spring with beer and picnics, as well as take many beautiful photos. A sea of petals About 2,600 trees bloom in Motio Park. It looks like a boundless pink sea against a bright blue spring sky. Old-fashioned park recreation One of the most pleasant ways to admire the cherry blossom — take a ride through the park on a traditional rickshaw cart. Near the sanctuary of Motio, there is a beautiful view from above of the festive park. Not only sakura Very close to the park is Sekinoo Waterfall, one of the hundred most beautiful in Japan.

#cherryblossom2024 Motio Park is located not far from Sekinoo Waterfall. At the end of March and April, sakura blossoms wonderfully here. However, at other times there is something to see and do here. It is interesting Motio Park is included in the list of the hundred best places to admire sakura in Japan Sekinoo Waterfall has a fantastic suspension bridge There is a fascinating five-kilometer hiking trail in the park How to get there Motio Park is a 20-minute bus ride from the station Miyakonojo (you need to get off at the Yokoichi bus stop). The fastest way by car from Miyazaki is via the Miyazaki Expressway in the direction of Kumamoto. On Highway 10, take the Miyakonojo exit and after about 10 minutes turn right onto Highway 108. Then follow the signs to Sekinoo Waterfall. Walk to the waterfall There is a five-kilometer hiking trail in Motio Park. It offers stunning views of the mountains, as well as the river and Sekinoo Waterfall itself. An unforgettable experience is to walk along a swinging suspension bridge through the sparkling suspension that rises from the waterfall. The Kumaso playground at the top of the hill is ideal for admiring the beautiful views and a family picnic. Slides and play equipment are provided for children. In the park, you can look into the sanctuary of Motio and get a blessing for a strong relationship and a successful birth. There are many huge rocks in the park. They were discovered when the sanctuary was being cleaned of the ashes under which it was buried as a result of a nearby volcanic eruption. Don't forget about the waterfall Motio Park is a great place for a leisurely stroll and picnic with fantastic views. If you decide to walk to Sekinoo Waterfall, you will spend an unforgettable day in these parts.

Miyakonojo City, located on the border of Kagoshima and Miyazaki Prefectures, is famous as the city with the highest amount of hometown tax donations in Japan. However, it is also known for its numerous cherry blossom trees. While the cherry blossoms at Mother Chichio are well-known, there is a parking fee of 500 yen, so Kannonike Park is highly recommended instead. The park features a long avenue lined with cherry trees, and the spacious park is planted with cherry blossoms everywhere. It was a weekday, but many people were enjoying hanami, laying out leisure sheets and eating lunch under the fully bloomed cherry blossoms. The weather was perfect for cherry blossom viewing, with clear skies and peak bloom. The mountains visible from Kannonike Park were also covered with cherry blossoms on their slopes, turning the entire mountain a light pink, which was truly beautiful.

#tourist spot A trip to southern Kyushu in mid-March. We left Kirishima Kanko Hotel and headed to Miyazaki. On the way, we stopped off at Sekinoo Falls in Miyakonojo. Due to lack of research, we happened to see a sign and decided to stop by, but when we got closer, it was very impressive. There was a beautiful rainbow. It was undergoing renovation work until May 2023, so we couldn't get very close, but there was also a suspension bridge. I wonder if the work will be finished soon. I'd like to go closer on my next trip to southern Kyushu. 🗾 Sekinoo Town, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture 📍Sekinoo Falls

#QuintessaCampaign Miyajikan on the approach to Miyajidake Shrine I've had Matsugae Mochi before, but it was hot that day so I had shaved ice 🍧 The pistachios were rich in pistachio The mix was my favorite strawberry and mango, and it was super delicious 😋

Takachiho-no-mine is at the very edge of the Kirishima mountain range, which towers over the border between Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures. There is an anecdote that Sakamoto Ryoma and his wife visited the mountain on their honeymoon and pulled out the sakahoko (a spear) at the top of the mountain. As it is a volcano, it goes without saying that extreme caution is required, and many parts of the slope are made of gravel, so you will need to brace yourself. Nevertheless, the view from the summit is exceptional. With nothing blocking the view, you can see all the way to Sakurajima in the distance. In May, you can also enjoy the beautiful Miyamakirishi. #MountainClimbing #Kagoshima #Kirishima