Miyazaki

Miyazaki

Japan

Wander beneath thousand-year-old torii gates and soak in natural hot springs nestled among misty mountains and lush forest.

Currency Japanese Yen (JPY)
Language Japanese
Time Zone JST (UTC+9)
Best Time to Visit Mar–May
Typical Duration 11-12 nights
Price Range From $6,550 pp
Port Type Port of Call
Tender Port No

Gateway to Japan's Kyushu region, offering access to cultural landmarks, natural hot springs, and nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites like Itsukushima Shrine.

Cruises that visit Miyazaki

Build Your Day in Miyazaki

Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Udo Shrine Udo Jingu is an absolute must-see for anyone visiting Miyazaki! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 9k Closed · Opens 6 AM
Sun Messe Nichinan Cool Park but to rent a golf cart you need a Japanese License. Tourist attraction · ★ 4 · 6k Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
AEON Miyazaki Store Biggest mall in Miyazaki, quite big for Miyazaki. Grocery store · ★ 4 · 6k Closed · Opens 9 AM
Phoenix Seagaia Resort A landmark hotel in Miyazaki, offering a true resort-style experience. Resort hotel · ★ 4.3 · 5k
Ogura Segashira For the chicken nanban which is a Miyazaki speciality! Japanized western restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 5k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Miyazaki Jingu I really enjoyed Miyazaki Jingo and the surrounding small forest area. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 4k Closed · Opens 5:30 AM
Ogura Honten Came to miyazaki to seek the best chicken nanban from its source. Japanized western restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 3k Closed · Opens 11 AM
AEON MALL Miyazaki probably best mall in miyazaki, very fun Shopping mall · ★ 4.1 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM
Akinai Good food but a bit pricy. Izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 2k Closed · Opens 4 PM
Miyako City Shopping Mall Good mall in Miyazaki with a great selection of shops. Shopping mall · ★ 3.7 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM
Florante Miyazaki Botanical garden with events & courses Botanical garden · ★ 4.2 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM
Miyazaki Yamakataya Department store · ★ 3.7 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM
Miyazaki Heiwadai Park Haniwa figures, a lake & the Peace Tower Tourist attraction · ★ 4.1 · 2k Open 24 hours
Miyazaki City Phoenix Zoo Quaint zoo with an amusement park Park · ★ 4.1 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM
Miyako Botanic Garden Aoshima Onsite services Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Miyachiku Beef Teppanyaki Steakhouse, Miyazaki Free flow salad & drinks bar, amazing A4 & A5 Miyazaki beef teppanyaki! Steak house · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Maruman Yakitori Main Branch The famed Miyazaki chargrilled chicken dish didn't disappoint. Yakitori restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Amu Plaza Miyazaki Center point in Miyazaki. Shopping mall · ★ 3.8 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM
みやざき晴海 One waiter can speak very fluent English which is rare in Miyazaki. Izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Miyazakiken Comprehensive Historical Museum It was located just next to Miyazaki shrine, a few min drive from there. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM
AOSHIMA BEACH PARK Onsite services Park · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM
Amimoto Miyazaki beef set was very generous with many side dishes. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Carino Miyazaki In-store shopping Shopping mall · ★ 3.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM
Miyazaki Meat Bar Restaurant Haremachi Chuodori Ichibangai Branch Delicious food that comes out fast, at a great price. Izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Oyodokahan MIYACHIKU Great view of the river, even greater Miyazaki Wagyu beef! Steak house · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Grill Ranman Simple place for Western-inspired dishes Japanized western restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Miyazaki Products Shop KONNE Souvenir store · ★ 3.9 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM
Sunbeach Hitotsuba Picnics·Dogs allowed Public beach · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closed · Opens 5 AM
Dance of flame Rakui Miyazaki Station shop Oyako-don and the miso soup set were very delicious. Izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM
GHOST FLAGSHIP CAFE We had good coffee and some delicious cake here. Cafe · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Amu Plaza Miyazaki Yamakan Shopping mall · ★ 3.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM
Fujimori Japanese Bar & Grill It was no problem to visit as a foreigner with poor Japanese skills! Izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Mon
Isshinzushi Koyo Reservations required·Private dining room Sushi restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
BISTRO MAFIA All you can drink·Live music Steak house · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM
Rabbit Stand We used this place for breakfast during our stay in Miyazaki. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM
地鶏と海鮮 莉九 Reservations required Modern izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Mon
Kaeda Valley Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open 24 hours
つどいや 宮崎橘通店 All you can drink·Private dining room Izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM
Garage Coffee I’ve been here twice on separate occasions while in Miyazaki for work. Cafe · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
The Rosa Coffee Highly recommend, one of my favourite Miyazaki spots. Cafe · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Aoshima Beach Bring aqua shoes and soak your feet in the water. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k
The Brilliant Coffee ザ ブリリアント コーヒー Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
6 RACCOON - Cafe Society The owners were welcoming and gave us great recommendations about Miyazaki. Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 7 AM
Yohaku Outside food allowed·All you can drink·Great cocktails Bar · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open · Closes 5 AM
Miyazaki Beef Yakiniku Restaurant Hajime A delicious miyazaki beef course that is refined and varied. Yakiniku restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM
Nakakubo Miyazaki Beef Teppanyaki Miyazaki beef was very good. Teppanyaki restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
おいしい亭 The sides were simple but tasty - the tamagoyaki was really good. Syokudo and Teishoku restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
焼肉食堂 もめんや Amazing miyazaki beef at affordable prices. Yakiniku restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Harvest The food was one of the best I have ever had in Japan! Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
ザ・バー宮崎|結婚式二次会・貸切パーティー Amazing atmosphere, drinks and the owner is truly someone you need to meet. Bar · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closes soon · 3 AM
若草HUTTE & co-ba MIYAZAKI Great coffee and atmosphere Cafe · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM
No Plan Great cocktails·Karaoke·Dancing Bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 6 AM
シーシャバー ○△□(マルサンカクシカク) All you can drink·Great cocktails·Karaoke Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open · Closes 5 AM
teppanyaki oono The Miyazaki beef was incredibly executed, well done chef. Teppanyaki restaurant · ★ 5 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
Mellowdays wine&diner Menu is only in Japanese, but the staff is very helpful. Italian restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Tue
cafe&grocery HITOKIWA Must visit place in Miyazaki if you like gin. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM
bar BEGIN Outside food allowed·All you can drink·Great cocktails Bar · ★ 5 · 0k Closes soon · 3 AM
中央通 THE BAR All you can drink·Great cocktails·Live performances Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closes soon · 3 AM
KIBANA MALL Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 0k Open 24 hours
マイバー御屋 (ミヤ) The variety and quality of the drinks available is incredible! Bar · ★ 5 · 0k Closed · Opens 7:30 PM
Washoku Takagi Reservations required·Private dining room·Kids' menu Japanese restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM Mon
DINER Outdoor seating Modern izakaya restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM
Byron Bay Coffee AOSHIMA One of the better coffees around, get a discount if you bring your own cup! Cafe · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM
Miyazaki Jerk Shack Miyazaki Jerk Shack has wonderful food, drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere. Jamaican restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 12 AM Mon
BAR fake Outside food allowed·All you can drink·Great cocktails Bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open · Closes 4 AM
KUROBAR Great cocktails Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 7 PM
宮崎県おすすめBAR Great cocktails Bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 4 AM
OASIS MALL On-site parking Shopping mall · ★ 5 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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About Miyazaki

Miyazaki serves as a scenic port of call on Asia's most captivating cruise routes, with PONANT EXPLORATIONS offering voyages that connect this charming destination to iconic ports throughout Japan and beyond. While this isn't a major embarkation hub, the port welcomes approximately five cruises annually, primarily as part of immersive 12-night itineraries that explore the region's cultural treasures. Ships typically dock here during the peak months of March and May, when weather conditions are ideal for exploring both Japan's interior and neighboring ports like Osaka, Nagasaki, and the South Korean port of Busan.

During your port day in Miyazaki, you'll discover a destination where natural beauty meets cultural heritage. The region is renowned for its pristine beaches and subtropical charm, offering a refreshing contrast to Japan's bustling urban centers. Whether you're seeking peaceful moments in nature or cultural exploration, Miyazaki provides an authentic glimpse into Japan's diverse character that complements the broader journey through this fascinating corner of Asia.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Explore Miyazaki Shrine's Sacred Grounds

Visit one of Japan's most important Shinto shrines, nestled in lush forest just outside the city center. The peaceful woodland setting and traditional architecture offer a serene cultural experience, while the shrine's spiritual significance makes it a meaningful stop for understanding Japanese religious traditions and local devotion.

2

Savor Fresh Mango at the Source

Miyazaki is Japan's mango capital, producing the world's most prized varieties. Visit local markets or specialty shops to taste perfectly ripe Miyazaki mangoes—often called the 'fruit of the gods'—and sample mango-infused desserts, juices, and treats unique to this region's agricultural heritage.

3

Stroll Along Scenic Aoshima Beach

Discover the stunning Aoshima Island, accessible via a scenic walk across a sandbar lined with thousands of rock formations. The dramatic coastal landscape, pristine sandy shores, and the small Aoshima Shrine create a picturesque setting perfect for photography and experiencing Miyazaki's natural beauty.

4

Hunt for Treasures at Miyazaki Station Market

Browse the vibrant shopping district surrounding Miyazaki Station, featuring local crafts, regional souvenirs, and fresh produce. This bustling area captures authentic local life and offers excellent opportunities to purchase unique gifts, from traditional pottery to modern Japanese goods unavailable elsewhere.

5

Experience Traditional Miyazaki Cattle Cuisine

Indulge in Miyazaki beef, a premium wagyu variety renowned throughout Japan for its marbling and tenderness. Local restaurants near the port serve exceptional grilled beef dishes and hot pots that showcase this regional delicacy, offering a memorable culinary experience unique to this port.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the must-visit attractions in Miyazaki?

Popular spots include Aoshima Island, Takachiho Gorge, and the scenic Miyazaki coast.

How can I reach Miyazaki?

Miyazaki is accessible by Miyazaki Airport, JR trains, and highway routes in Kyushu.

What is Miyazaki known for?

Known for coastal scenery, warm climate, and nature attractions like Aoshima and Takachiho Gorge.

When is the best time to visit Miyazaki?

Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds.