石玉卿
The food at Takachiho Gorge Roadside Station is always fresh and unique. I always stop by for a meal whenever I pass through!
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Michi-no-Eki Takachiho
All-in-one roadside stop in central Takachiho, the fabled town of Japanese mythology.
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If you’re driving down National Route 218 you’ll find this “michi-no-eki” roadside station just 5 minutes away from Takachiho Gorge, one of Kyushu’s most famous power spots and the legendary site of the descent of the gods. The gorge is a popular lookout point for famed natural backdrops and views of the arching Shinto Takachiho Bridge, plus it’s even earned a special designation as National Scenic Spot and Natural Monument.
Over at the michi-no-eki marketplace hall you’ll find regional finds that hail from Takachiho and fresh produce from local farmers. If you’re hungry there’s a restaurant with super-sized windows looking out towards all the greenery, plus delicious plates to order that celebrate the local tastes and ingredients. The menu ranges from light fare to regional specialties, including the famous Miyazaki dish chicken nanban.
At the entrance, statues of the deities Ame-no-Tajikarao-no-Mikoto and Ame-no-Uzume-no-Mikoto greet visitors with dynamic expressions, serving as a popular photo spot that embodies the mythical spirit of Takachiho.
Highlights
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A roadside station located about a 5-minute drive from Takachiho Gorge.
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The on-site restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, from local specialties to the famous chicken nanban.
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Don’t miss the statues of mythological deities at the entrance.
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The large monument of mythological deities at the entrance is truly impressive.
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Conveniently located just a 5-minute drive from the scenic Takachiho Gorge.
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A wide selection of local specialties and regional products are available.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are foreign-language pamphlets or signs available?
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Yes, there is a tourist information center on-site with multilingual pamphlets available. However, there are no multilingual signs.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.
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Are there restrooms available?
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Yes, there are.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 道の駅 高千穂
- Postal Code
- 882-1101
- Address
- 1296-34 Mitai, Takachiho-cho, Nishiusuki-gun, Miyazaki
- Telephone
- 0982-72-9123
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business Hours
- Bussankan 8:30am - 5:00pm, Restaurant 10:30am - 4:00pm
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- From JR Nobeoka Station, take a Miyazaki Kotsu bus bound for Takachiho Bus Center (approx. 1 hr 30 min). Get off at Takachiho Bus Center and walk about 15 minutes.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)