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!

Miyazaki *This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.

Access

If arriving by plane

From Tokyo

Haneda Airport

1 hour 45 minutes

Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport

If arriving by Shinkansen or train

From Tokyo

Tokyo Station

8 hours 25 minutes

Miyazaki Station

Famous places / spots recommended by locals

Takachihokyo

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

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

  • Chickin Nanban

    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.

  • Mango

    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

Monthly temperature/precipitation graph

(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)

Cost of living

  • Rent

    Rent

    38,982 yen

  • Electricity, gas, and water costs

    Electricity

    7,581 yen

  • Ramen
    (Eating out)

    Ramen(Eating out)

    787 yen

  • White bread (1 kg)

    bread

    468 yen

  • Milk (1ℓ)

    milk

    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

  • No.1Nepal
  • No.2South Korea
  • No.3Myanmar

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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