10 Places to visit on your trip to Miyazaki! One of the best power spots in Kyushu

"Ten'an-gawara "is said to be the strongest power spot in Miyazaki Prefecture. In the age of the gods, which can be said to be the beginning of Japan, "Amaterasu-Omikami "became angry with his younger brother "Susanoo-no-mikoto "for his outbursts and went into the iwaya (rock house). "The place where the eight million gods gathered for a meeting to ask Amaterasu Omikami "to come out of the iwaya is this "Ama-no-gawara ".
"Ama-no-Iwato Shrine "is a spot that can only be reached by walking along the Iwato River from Nishinomiya, but the walking path is also filled with a mysterious atmosphere. The inside of the cave is silent and seems to be filled with the chi of the gods. This is a must-visit power spot when you come to Miyazaki Prefecture.

Location: Oaza-Iwato, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-usuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://www.kanko-miyazaki.jp/takachiho/kanko/12528.html

Takachiho Gorge "was formed when pyroclastic flows from the great eruption of Mt. Aso cooled and hardened a long time ago. " Clear water flows between the 80-meter-high cliffs, and you can take a boat ride through the gorge. "The most famous of the Takachiho Gorge "is "Manai Falls ". Selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan, the 17-meter drop can be seen up close from the top of a boat.
"There is a promenade along Takachiho Gorge ". "There is even a spot where you can look down on Manai Falls "from above. Take a boat ride, walk along the promenade, and feel the power of nature at "Takachiho Gorge "created by nature over a long period of time.

Location: Oshikata, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-usuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture
Boat rental: 4,100 yen - 5,100 yen
Official website: https://takachiho-kanko.info/

"Udo Jingu Shrine "was founded in the time of Emperor Sojin, according to legend, dating back to B.C. Originally a temple, it became a shrine during the Meiji Restoration. The main deity is "Emperor Soshin "is enshrined as the main deity.
After climbing the stone steps from the parking lot, you will see the vermilion-lacquered tower gate. Passing through the tower gate, there is a vermilion-lacquered chidori-bashi bridge that offers a spectacular view of the Sea of Hyuga. After crossing a further tama-bashi bridge, you will arrive at the main shrine. The vermilion-lacquered shrine stands in a cave, giving it a majestic appearance. Just below the main shrine is the ocean, and looking down, you can see "the Reiseki Turtle Rock ". It is said that if you can throw a ball of luck into the hollow of that "turtle rock ", your wish will come true. "If you visit Udo Shrine ", try your luck.

Location: 3232 Miyaura, Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://www.udojingu.or.jp/

"From the Maga-back Observatory ", you can see the sheer cliffs of the Rias coast. The cliff at the observatory is 70 meters high, making it the tallest in Japan. The observatory stretches toward the beautiful blue Sea of Hyuga, offering a spectacular view. "The floor of the Maga-back Observatory "is skeletonized, and the sea 70 meters below looms beneath your feet, making it a thrilling spot to enjoy the spectacular view.
"Near the Maga-back Observatory "is "the sea of Kurus "which looks like a cross shape. The sea is shaped like a cross because of the cliffs and the rocks coming out of the sea. One can feel the mystery of nature when one thinks of how nature took a long time to take the shape it has now. Feel the power of the majestic Hyuga Sea.

Location: Hososhima, Hyuga City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://www.kanko-miyazaki.jp/hyuga/kanko/10755.html

"Ama-no-Iwato Shrine "is a shrine that has its origin in the Kojiki, the oldest known chronicle of Japan's beginnings. It consists of an eastern shrine and a western shrine. The eastern shrine enshrines the place where "Amaterasu "took up residence after she emerged from Iwato. "In the west shrine, "Amaterasu-Omikami "is enshrined at the Iwato (Iwato Gate) where his brother Susanoo-no-Mikoto "was angered by his wild behavior and shut himself in. From Nishinomiya, there is a road that leads to "Ten'an-gawara ".
Located in the forest, "Ama-no-Iwato Shrine "is quiet and you can feel the great power of Amaterasu. The Nishinomiya and Higashimiya shrines stand on opposite sides of the Iwato River. Visit both and receive the power of Amaterasu.

Location: 1073 Iwato, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-usuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://amanoiwato-jinja.jp/

"Kunimigaoka "is located 513 meters above sea level and overlooks the Takachiho Basin. Beyond the basin, the Aso Gogaku (five peaks of Aso) and the Grandmother Mountain range can be seen, making it a spectacular view spot. "Kunimigaoka "is also famous for its sea of clouds. The best time to view the sea of clouds is early in the morning in autumn when the weather is clear and there is no wind. Clouds cover the Takachiho Basin below, and the silhouettes of Aso and Mt. The spectacular view in the cool, clear early morning air is sure to impress. The sea of clouds seen in the mythical city of "Takachiho "will give you a special mystical feeling unlike any other.

Location: Ooaza Oshikata, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-usuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://takachiho-kanko.info/sightseeing/8/

"Takachiho Shrine "is a shrine with a long history, dating back to about 1,900 years ago. It is the head shrine of 88 shrines in Takachiho Township. The main deities enshrined are "Takachiho no Mikami "and "Jusha Taimeishin ", and four other couple deities are also enshrined. The main shrine is surrounded by a large grove of cedar trees, creating a sacred atmosphere. The wooden main hall is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
Because it enshrines four sets of husband and wife deities, it is beneficial for matchmaking and marital bliss. Furthermore, the sacred tree is said to be "a couple cedar "and it is divided into two trunks from one stock. It is said that if couples or friends join hands "and make three rounds around the couple cedar ", they will become happy. Let's get to know each other even better at this historic shrine.

Location: 1037 Oaza Mitai, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-usuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://takachiho-kanko.info/sightseeing/5/

"Takachiho Peak "is a mountain that forms one of the "Kirishima mountain range "that straddles Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures. "Takachiho Peak "is called the place of descent of the grandchildren, and it is said that the god of heaven descended to this place. Because it is the place where God descended, "Takachiho Peak "has the "Heavenly Reverse Spearhead "on its summit. From the spear, which is stuck into the earth toward the heaven, you can feel the power that makes you think that God has truly descended from the earth.
"From Takachiho Peak ", you can see both the morning sun rising over the Sea of Hyuga and the evening sun setting over the East China Sea. The summit of "Takachiho Peak "will seem divine in the morning and evening sun.

Parking lot location: 2583-12, Kirishima Taguchi, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture
Official website: https://takachiho-visitorcenter.org/

"Aoshima Shrine "is another shrine associated with the Kojiki, and is said to be the setting of the myth of Umiyukihiko and Yamasachihiko. It is said that "Yamasachihiko ", who went into the sea in search of fishhooks, returned to land with "Toyotamahime no Mikoto ", daughter of the god of the sea, and lived here "Aoshima Shrine ". The couple gods "Shohikono-no-mikoto "and "Toyotamahime-no-mikoto ", who are Yamayukihiko, are enshrined at "Kaizumi Shrine "in the precincts of the shrine. Since we can be blessed by the husband and wife deities, it is beneficial for marriage.
"Aoshima Shrine "is located on an island in the Sea of Hyuga. A stroll through the shrine grounds while listening to the sound of the sea will bring you a sense of peace and tranquility. Let's hope for a good marriage while being healed by the beautiful sea.

Location: 2-13-1 Aoshima, Miyazaki-shi, Miyazaki
Official website: https://aoshima-jinja.jp/

"Oni no washer plate "is an oddly shaped rock that surrounds Aoshima Island, where "Aoshima Shrine "stands. The soft aqueous rocks formed in the sea were uplifted and washed by waves over a long period of time to take their current shape. The uneven rocks are followed by a sheet-like shape, which is why it is called "Demon's Washboard ". You can feel the power of the earth from the scenery that nature has created over a long period of time.
It can be seen from the way to Aoshima Shrine, and the vermilion-lacquered torii and the "devil's washing board "can be seen together. Early in the morning, the sea and sky turn orange in the morning sun. "Looking from the top of the Oni no Washing Board ", you will feel as if you are blending in with nature.

Location: Aoshima, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Official website: https://www.miyazaki-city.tourism.or.jp/spot/10137

Many of the power spots in Miyazaki Prefecture are associated with the Kojiki, the story of the birth of Japan. Feel the mighty power of the gods in Miyazaki Prefecture, one of the best power spots in Kyushu. You will feel refreshed when you feel the power of the gods and healed by nature as well.