Things to Do in Kushima (串間市), Miyazaki: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Kushima (串間市) in Miyazaki Prefecture (Kyushu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Cape Toi, Toimisaki Lighthouse, Yogose Jima (5.8 km) and served by Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) via the regional hub at Miyazaki Station & Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport (KMI). Set at 17 m elevation (31.4644°N, 131.2283°E), Kushima offers travelers a base for sampling regional Chicken Nanban (crispy sweet-vinegar chicken topped with rich homemade tartar sauce), Jidori sumibiyaki (charcoal-seared free-range chicken), Miyazaki A5 wagyu cuisine and exploring neighboring Shibushi (志布志市) (12.3 km), Nichinan (日南市) (20.9 km), Ōsaki (大崎町) (24.4 km), Higashikushira (東串良町) (24.5 km).

Kushima is located at the southernmost tip of Miyazaki Prefecture, approximately 70 km south-southwest of the prefectural capital, Miyazaki City. The eastern part faces the Hyūga Sea, and the southern part faces Shibushi Bay. The area of Kushima was part of ancient Hyūga Province. During the Muromachi period it was ruled by the Nobe clan, who had been dispatched by the Ashikaga shogunate to subdue local clans. Within Miyazaki Prefecture, Kushima (串間市) serves as a city in Miyazaki Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1954-11-03) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Basalt columns and waterfall of Takachiho Gorge, cliff-cave shrine of Udo Jingu (Nichinan), Aoshima Island ('Devil's Washboard' rock formations), and Sun Messe Nichinan's ocean-view Moai statues.

What to See & Do in Kushima (串間市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Kushima (串間市) from Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) at 17 m elevation (31.4644°N, 131.2283°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Kushima):

• Cape Toi — local sightseeing landmark near Kushima (串間市).
• Toimisaki Lighthouse — local sightseeing landmark near Kushima (串間市).
• Yogose Jima (5.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Kushima (串間市).
• Kamei San (7.7 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Kushima (串間市).
• Taitori Yama (8.9 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Kushima (串間市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Kushima: Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) (connecting to Miyazaki Station & Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport (KMI)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Kushima

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Kushima (串間市) and Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Miyazaki Prefecture and Kyushu:

• Shibushi (志布志市) — 12.3 km from Kushima (Kagoshima Prefecture)
• Nichinan (日南市) — 20.9 km from Kushima (Miyazaki Prefecture)
• Ōsaki (大崎町) — 24.4 km from Kushima (Kagoshima Prefecture)
• Higashikushira (東串良町) — 24.5 km from Kushima (Kagoshima Prefecture)
• Soo (曽於市) — 28.9 km from Kushima (Kagoshima Prefecture)

Getting to Kushima & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Kushima (串間市) via Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km): 1h 40m flight from Tokyo Haneda (or 1h from Osaka), or JR Nichirin Limited Express along the east coast of Kyushu. From Miyazaki Station & Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport (KMI), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) to reach central Kushima (31.4644°N, 131.2283°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Miyazaki with Kushima (串間市) and neighboring Shibushi, Nichinan, Ōsaki. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Kushima, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Kushima and continuing toward Shibushi can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Kushima: While Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) anchors public transit for Kushima, picking up a rental car at Miyazaki Station & Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport (KMI) makes it easy to link Cape Toi and Toimisaki Lighthouse with nearby Shibushi (志布志市) (12.3 km), Nichinan (日南市) (20.9 km), Ōsaki (大崎町) (24.4 km), Higashikushira (東串良町) (24.5 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Kushima (串間市) & Miyazaki

Dining near Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) and across Kushima (串間市) highlights the regional food culture of Miyazaki Prefecture and Kyushu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Kushima:

• Local specialty & terroir of Kushima (串間市): coastal fishing ports, marine aquaculture, and fresh seafood markets alongside regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Chicken Nanban (crispy sweet-vinegar chicken topped with rich homemade tartar sauce) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kushima (串間市) and Miyazaki Prefecture.
• Jidori sumibiyaki (charcoal-seared free-range chicken) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kushima (串間市) and Miyazaki Prefecture.
• Miyazaki A5 wagyu — regional specialty enjoyed across Kushima (串間市) and Miyazaki Prefecture.
• Hiyajiru (chilled sesame-miso fish soup over rice) & ripe Taiyo-no-Tamago mangoes — regional specialty enjoyed across Kushima (串間市) and Miyazaki Prefecture.

If you are dining in Kushima (串間市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km).

Where to Stay in Kushima (串間市)

Visitors staying overnight in Kushima (串間市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km), or base at major rail hubs in Miyazaki (Miyazaki Station & Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport (KMI)) or neighboring Shibushi, Nichinan, Ōsaki for quick train access into Kushima. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Kushima & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Kushima (串間市, 17 m elevation at 31.4644°N, 131.2283°E): Subtropical sunshine year-round; spring and autumn for walking Takachiho Gorge and the Nichinan Coast.

Wider sightseeing across Miyazaki Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Cape Toi in Kushima (串間市) includes: Basalt columns and waterfall of Takachiho Gorge, cliff-cave shrine of Udo Jingu (Nichinan), Aoshima Island ('Devil's Washboard' rock formations), and Sun Messe Nichinan's ocean-view Moai statues.

Practical Travel Tips for Kushima (串間市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Kushima: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Miyazaki Station & Miyazaki Bougainvillea Airport (KMI) or Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) for local bus schedules to Cape Toi and walking maps of Kushima (串間市).
• Cash & ATMs in Kushima: Convenience stores and major hotels around Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Cape Toi often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Kushima accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Kushima: Around Kushima Station (串間駅) (0.3 km) and neighboring Shibushi, Nichinan, Ōsaki, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.