Hiking is the easiest and best way to enjoy the nature of Miyazaki Prefecture.
There are no mountains higher than 2000m in Miyazaki Prefecture, but there are many mountains and forests such as active volcanoes, virgin forests, and satoyama.
The easiest way to feel these nature is to enjoy walking.
Introducing mountains and hiking trails in Miyazaki Prefecture.
Please feel and enjoy the nature of Miyazaki Prefecture.
The northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture has steep rocky mountains and beautiful virgin forests. Feel the beauty of the forest in an area where you can walk quietly with few people.
On the border between Miyazaki Prefecture and Kagoshima Prefecture, there is the Kirishima Mountain Range where you can enjoy walking among active volcanoes. Known as a tourist spot, there are many courses that are easy to walk even for beginners.
Granite, virgin forest, clear stream, Biosphere Reserve
View from Obira trailhead
The Sobo, Katamuki and Okue Biosphere Reserves are home to granite boulders, beautiful valleys and rugged mountains.
There are many wildflowers, and you can enjoy observing and enjoying beautiful virgin forests, plants, and animals.
An active volcano, Kirishima mountain range
The Kirishima mountain range is located on the border of Miyazaki and Kagoshima.
This place is a mountain area where you can walk while looking at the active volcano, and there is a popular hiking course even for beginners.
