Miyazaki Airport Guide: Car Rental Tips, Souvenirs and Hidden Experiences
by Travie
Make the most of Miyazaki Airport with this complete guide—covering car rentals, JR access, souvenirs, observation decks, and exclusive traveler perks.
In Miyazaki, travel doesn’t begin when you leave the airport. It begins inside it. Compact yet surprisingly well-equipped, Miyazaki Airport serves as both a gateway and an introduction—a place where logistics, local flavors, and small discoveries quietly converge. Whether you’re renting a car to explore Kyushu’s southern coast or browsing for last-minute souvenirs, the airport offers more than convenience. It offers a preview.
■Flights & What to Know Before You Go
Direct flights between Incheon and Miyazaki are operated by Asiana Airlines three times a week.
Between May 1 and June 30, 2026 (while supplies last), Asiana passengers can receive a ¥3,000 airport voucher.
How It Works • Visit the airport Information Center • Complete a short survey • Present a printed boarding pass (mobile passes are not accepted)
The voucher can be used across: • Restaurants • Souvenir shops • Car rental services
A small effort—with a meaningful reward.
■The Smart Way to Explore MiyazakiCar Rental
Miyazaki’s landscapes are expansive. To truly experience them—coastlines, gorges, waterfalls—a rental car is the most efficient option.
What to Expect
Major providers such as Toyota, Orix, Nippon, Nissan, and Times Car Rental are located near the airport. Upon arrival: • Visit the 1st-floor Information Center • Request a shuttle to your reserved rental company
What You Need • Passport • Valid international driving permit • Korean driver’s license • Credit card in your name
Practical Tips • Reserve vehicles with prefer-language navigation systems • Bring your own phone holder and charging cable
And most importantly, learn to use Mapcode.
What Is Mapcode?
Instead of navigating by Japanese addresses, you can enter a 9–10 digit Mapcode to reach your destination directly.
It’s particularly useful for: • Remote natural attractions • Large scenic areas with multiple entrances
■Traveling Without a CarJR Miyazaki Airport Station
Not every journey requires driving. Connected directly to the airport, JR Miyazaki Airport Station provides easy access to the city.
• Fare: 400 yen • Travel time: 15–20 minutes to Miyazaki Station Suggested 2-Night Itinerary • Day 1: Explore Miyazaki city • Day 2: Use a Miyazaki Bus Pass (¥2,000/day) to visit -Aoshima -Udo Shrine-Michi-no -Eki Phoenix • Day 3 (Sunday departure): Morning visit to Aoshima for clearer views of Oni no Sentakuita
■What to Buy Before You LeaveSouvenirs
Miyazaki Airport is well-stocked with local specialties.
Local Favorites • Shochu (Soju) made from sweet potato or barley • Mango and Hyuganatsu citrus desserts
A soft outer shell with rich cream cheese filling—perfect with coffee or milk, and individually packaged for easy gifting.
Other Finds • Miyazaki beef jerky • Soft-serve ice cream • Japanese staples like Shiroi Koibito, Royce chocolate and Tokyo Banana
Don’t miss goods featuring the prefecture’s mascot Miyazakiken (Miyazaki-ken)—three cheerful dog characters named Hi, Mu, and Ka.
■For Aviation Enthusiasts Aeroplane Park Observation Deck
If time allows, head to the rooftop. The Aeroplane Park observation deck offers wide-open views of takeoffs and landings.
A highlight is the display of a C90A King Air aircraft, used by an aviation academy, complete with a cockpit experience for visitors.
It’s a small but memorable way to end (or begin) your journey.
Travel Begins Before Departure
Miyazaki Airport is not just a point of transit. It’s a place where travel quietly gathers momentum—through small conveniences, local flavors and thoughtful details.
Arrive a little earlier. Stay a little longer. Because sometimes, the journey begins before you even leave the airport.
Reference Written & Photographed by Lee Seong-gyun Provided by Travie
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A highlight is the display of a C90A King Air aircraft, used by an aviation academy, complete with a cockpit experience for visitors.
