World Surf League woman’s qualifier series held in Hyuga, Miyazaki.
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Along route 222 from Nichinan to Miyakonojo you will come across a road station just passed the Nichinan Dam called Michi No Eki Sakataniko. These kind of road stations are all over Japan and a great place to stop for snacks and local fresh produce. Here you will find the Rice terraces and waterfall.
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Futo beach is located along Miyazaki’s most scenic coastal drive, Route 220. A quiet little beach town that really comes alive during the Summer season. Although you can swim here all year round, you will not see anybody in the water until the 1st of July.
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Step back in time as you explore this quaint historical village. Often regarded as ‘The Kyoto of Kyushu’. Obi is full of historical sites to explore and has a long history of Samurai. There are many buildings and small museums located around the town and are full of information in many languages.
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NISHIMORO FOREST PARK is located in the middle of a cypress forest surrounded by the Kirishima mountain range only about 1 hour drive from Miyazaki city. There is a pump track that has been built in using the natural features and flow of the forest. Great for both skateboarding and biking.
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Inohae Valley is home to many trees that contain a large amount of phytoncide, the bactericidal substance that plants release to protect themselves from microorganisms. Most Trees give off organic compounds that support our “NK” (natural killer) cells that are part of our immune system's way of fighting cancer.
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‘The Beach’ is a local Surf contest held at Kisakihama, Miyazaki. A great venue to experience the local vibe on this beautiful coastline of Kyushu, The event includes a free skate section for anyone to use, live music, food/retail stalls and plenty of good vibes.
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Kaeda River mouth is to the left of Kisakihama beach. It is a very popular Surf spot due to the consistent swell, huge FREE parking area and different breaks. Looking out to the water from the beach, there is the Kaeda river mouth to the right and the Kiyotake river mouth way over to the left. Generally the waves seem to get bigger towards the left and thats where most shortboard surfers head out to.
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Why not take a break from the Mountain and join one of our Snow Shoe Tours based in Nozawa Onsen. We have Tours to suit all fitness levels and abilities. Step back to Nature and really feel the tranquility of Nozawa Onsen. We will head into the forest at the bottom of the mountain, visiting Shrines and drinking the fresh spring water that runs through the village.
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Only a 15 minute drive away from the chilled out beach town of Aoshima lies Kaeda Valley.
It is a forested area that has many hiking trails to choose from. At the start of the trail just after the main carpark is a great swimming spot where you will find local families setting up picnics and escaping the heat of the summer season.
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Heading South towards Aoshima from Miyazaki city you will come across a long stretch of beach to the left. This is called Kisakihama and is Miyazaki’s most well known Surf beach as its host to many contests. It is a very popular Surf spot due to the consistent swell, huge FREE parking area and different breaks. Looking out to the water from the beach, there is the Kaeda river mouth to the right and the Kiyotake river mouth way over to the left. Generally the waves seem to get bigger towards the left and thats where most shortboard surfers head out to.
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Aoshima is a small island located in Miyazaki prefecture just south of Miyazaki city. The main attraction is the small Shrine located in the heart of the island with numbers up to 70 million tourists visiting per year. Opposite the island is a long stretch of beach with great year round surfing. Popular on weekends and busy during the Summer season which is also when the Typhoon swell comes.
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Aoshima, Miyazaki Photography services by Mountain Swell
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Aoshima, Miyazaki Photography services.
Managers team from Nozawa Holidays having fun on their staff trip.
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Suginohara is one of three resorts that make up Myoko Kogen. That ski hill has a massive 1,124m vertical drop and the mountain receives up to 13m of snow per year. Also boasting one of Japans longest runs at 8.5km. From the top you can witness breathtaking views of Lake Nojiri, the surrounding mountains, and even Mt. Fuji on a clear day!
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Okinawa Surf | Skate
Known for its crystal clear waters and deserted beaches, it is a popular holiday destination for both domestic Japanese and foreign tourists. When you talk about surfing in Okinawa most people don't know much information on the topic and have little knowledge about the local scene...........
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Explore Japan's Powder Snow at some of the best Ski Resorts in the area. Our Ski Photography team can accompany you for unforgettable moments around Myoko Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Hakuba, Yuzawa, Zao Onsen and many more…Let us capture your experience!
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With Tokyo being the main hub for international tourists arriving into Japan, there has been somewhat of a pilgrimage to explore the streets of Jimbocho and stock up on any necessary winter items before heading out to the slopes. Welcome to Yasakuni Dori AKA Sports shop street
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How to apply for your Working Holiday visa in Japan. Japan is not a cheap country to travel and especially for backpackers, so what a better way to explore this country by participating in a Working Holiday Visa. This gives you the chance to travel whilst engaging in employment to fund your travels.
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