Miyazaki Prefecture offers Kyushu's most tropical coastline — palm tree-lined roads, surf beaches, and the iconic Devil's Washboard rock formations of Aoshima Island. It is an easy 3.5-hour drive from Fukuoka by campervan.
Highlights
- Aoshima Island: Tiny island with a Shinto shrine surrounded by the Devil's Washboard — natural rock formations carved by ocean waves
- Nichinan Coast: Dramatic cliffs, hidden beaches, and roadside cafes
- Udo Shrine: Built into a cliff face overlooking the Pacific Ocean
- Hyuga: Surf town with excellent waves and laid-back beach culture
Suggested 2-Day Itinerary
- Day 1: Drive from Fukuoka/Aso to Miyazaki city → Aoshima shrine → sunset at Nichinan coastline → sleep at Michi-no-Eki Phoenix
- Day 2: Udo Shrine morning visit → Nichinan beach drive → Hyuga surf town → continue north to Beppu or return to Fukuoka
Add Miyazaki to your Kyushu road trip
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