Southern Miyazaki
Udo Shrine
Udo Shrine is a beautiful Shinto shrine located in Nichinan, Miyazaki Prefecture, built inside a seaside cave along the cliffs of the Pacific Ocean.
It is dedicated to Ugayafukiaezu no Mikoto, the father of Emperor Jimmu, Japan’s legendary first emperor.
The shrine also honors sea deities
(known as Kaijin, or "sea gods").
It is believed that the gods of the ocean protect travelers and fishermen.
You can feel this spiritual connection as you stand by the ocean-facing cave — a place where the gods of the sea are believed to listen to prayers.
Cape Toi
都井岬
🐎 Home of Japan’s Wild Horses
Cape Toi is a stunning natural area at the southern tip of Miyazaki Prefecture, famous for its wild horses called Misaki-uma. These horses have lived here for centuries and are a protected natural treasure of Japan.
You can often see them grazing freely in the grassy hills near the ocean — a peaceful and rare sight in modern Japan.
🌊 Breathtaking Ocean Views
Cape Toi offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, dramatic coastal cliffs, and open skies. It’s a great place to take scenic photos, go for a peaceful walk, or enjoy the ocean breeze.
Breathtaking Ocean View down to Nichinan to Kushima
“Little Kyoto of Kyushu”
–A Journey Back in Time
🏯 A Historic Samurai Town
Obi Castle Town, located in Nichinan City, is a beautifully preserved samurai district that flourished during the Edo period. Known as the “Little Kyoto of Kyushu,” it offers traditional streets, wooden buildings, and a peaceful atmosphere.
You can walk through stone-paved paths once used by samurai, and experience the charm of old Japan.