Miyazaki Prefecture, Prefecture in Kyushu, Japan
Located in southeastern Kyushu, Miyazaki Prefecture extends along the Pacific Ocean coast and contains multiple natural parks covering 12 percent of its territory.
The prefecture gained independence from Kagoshima in 1883 following the transformation of the former Hyuga Province during the Meiji period administrative reforms.
Miyazaki maintains over 200 traditional Kagura performance traditions, with nightly theatrical shows at Takachiho Shrine depicting ancient Japanese mythology.
The region connects to major Japanese cities through Miyazaki Airport, while local transportation includes JR Kyushu trains and Miyazaki Kotsu bus services.
The prefecture contains the only known habitat of the fungus Chorioactis geaster and features two virgin forests of Livistona chinensis palms on Aoshima Island.
Location: Japan
Capital city: Miyazaki
Shares border with: Kagoshima Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture, Oita Prefecture
Website: https://pref.miyazaki.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 31.91083,131.42361
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:09
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