Japan · Miyazaki
A little travel guide with Tabi
Start slowly, with one place.
Find a view and a small meal.
都城市
Miyakonojo in southwestern Miyazaki offers waterfalls and Shimazu heritage. Arrange separate trips to the central residence and Sekinoo Falls. Check bus or taxi connections from your arrival station and the return journey.
This guide covers places within Miyakonojo, rather than places immediately beside your app check-in.
01 · EXPLORE
Two different places: start with whichever interests you.
01A first-visit stop
関之尾滝
Discover a waterfall and paths on the Shonai River. The October 2012 photo is distinct from present facilities. The city announced path reopening in July2026, but recheck restrictions and weather for your visit.
Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02A first-visit stop
都城島津邸
Explore the Shimazu family’s residence from the Meiji period onward and displays of historical material. The photo shows its exterior in September2010. Check admission by building, closures and current exhibitions.
Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02 · A LITTLE BITE
City material highlights beef, pork, chicken and shochu production. Check meat origins, preparation, seasonings and allergens. If choosing alcohol, consider age and driving; it is fine to skip it.
Official guide03 · YOUR FIRST WALK
Try the residence’s public entrance → areas open to visitors, following entry conditions. Choose the waterfall for a separate outing suited to weather and transport.
Check the walking routeCheck actual distances and travel times on the map. This suggested walk is separate from your app movement record.
Information checked:
Resized, metadata removed and converted to WebP; display crops vary by screen. Adapted CC BY-SA photos retain the original license.
Photos are historical material dated in the credits, not a guarantee of present scenery or operation. Places without photos use decorative name panels.
