Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Miyazaki
Summary
Miyazaki Prefecture is connected to Japanese mythology. There is a place where you can touch the hearts of Japanese people through nature. The fresh fruits harvested in Miyazaki are also attractive!

Access
- If arriving by plane
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From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 45 minutesMiyazaki Bougainvillea Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
8 hours 25 minutesMiyazaki Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals

Takachihokyo
Takachihokyo is designated as a natural monument, and the Manai Falls seen from the rowing boat is a masterpiece. It is a mysterious valley surrounded by steep cliffs.

Amano Yasukawara
"Amanoyasukawara", which is located upstream of Iwato River, is said to be the place where eight million gods has come to consult Amaterasu Omikami when he hid in Iwato. A torii gate and a shrine are built in the cave, and you may not be able to worship if the river rises due to heavy rain.
Foods recommended by locals
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Chickin Nanban
Miyazaki Prefecture is said to be the birthplace of chicken nanban. Mix crispy fried chicken with sweet and sour sauce then eat with tartar sauce.
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Mango
Miyazaki's mangoes, grown in a warm climate and blessed by the sun, are very fresh! Please taste the freshly picked one.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Miyazaki Prefecture is a warm and sun-blessed region, with many sunny days, long hours of sunshine, and a pleasant climate throughout the year.
Monthly temperature/precipitation

(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
38,982 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
7,581 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)787 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
468 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
287 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Number of international students by country
Nepal
South Korea
Myanmar
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Miyazaki Prefecture: 484
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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