Location: Nichinan
Top Things to do in Nichinan
10 Things to Do in Nichinan That You Shouldn't Miss
Nichinan is a city in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. The city was founded on January 1, 1950.
As of October 1, 2016, the city has an estimated population of 53,258 and a population density of 99 persons per km². The total area is 536.12 km².
Restaurants in Nichinan
1. Udo Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 442 reviews
Reviewed By bglhvn - So. California
We really enjoyed visiting this shrine because of its beautiful setting. There are buildings, an entrance gate, and many statues along the path to a bridge and stairs down to the grotto where the highlighted temple area is located. There was a parking lot with taxis outside this gate so I'm guessing there is also car parking allowed there. Bus tours, like ours, park on the other side of a hill: there are 100 steps up, a path through two tunnels, and probably 100 steps down to reach the entrance gate. This is a pretty walk passing shops and refreshment stands, but people who had difficulty walking or with steps were really struggling. The trip was worth it because of the spectacular setting, however I'm still waiting for my wishes to come true after successfully landing pebbles tossed with my left hand into the wishing well rock below the grotto...
2. Nichinan Coast
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 213 reviews
3. Obijyo Castle Ruins
Overall Ratings
4 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By marlaher - San Diego, California
Nice place to explore. I wish the castle museum were bigger. FYI, you can't take photos indie, even without a flash.
4. Sunmesse Nichinan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By 276satex123 - Coventry, United Kingdom
Visited during China Golden week, via Royal Caribbean cruise, we booked a private taxi to avoid the mass tourist trips. Upon entering you are met by circa 8 large Easter Island statues, against the background of superb sea view, the are is very large with a lot of steps leading to a symbolic peace statue signed by all religious leaders. Well worth the visit.
5. Obijokamachi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By hfot2 - Vermont
Half a day at the least is needed to visit historic Obi.
When the bus dropped us off at the Obi-jo bus stop, we had no clear idea which direction to walk to get to the castle and the historic district. There was no tourist office in sight and we had no maps. The bus station man pointed us towards the right to Otemon-dori, the street which climbs to the castle. A Family Mart is conveniently located on the main street just a few paces beyond the street up the hill. It was about a fifteen minute walk from the bus station to the castle and the main historic area.
The hill road is easy to recognize once you are at the intersection due to the numerous tourists, many slow moving family cars, and several tour buses. The road is lined with fine old houses and kura, all atop stone and mud walls many with flowering shrubs and other plantings overhanging the walkway. This is your introduction to the historic buildings, which multiply the higher up you walk.
At the top of the hill is a small path on the left to one of the samurai residences where you can purchase a combination ticket to all seven (¥610). Or you can go straight to Otemon, the main gate into the castle grounds. Or turn right, follow the tree-lined canal while you look at the few swimming koi, and wander aimlessly amongst the historic buildings.
We were in Obi in koyo season - many trees were showing their bright colors and even some late roses were blooming. In addition, palm trees graced several of the properties. Many of the old houses are presently private residences tucked behind protective walls, but you can still get a sense of what life once was like in this former castle and merchant town. The streets meander amongst residences and warehouses, many of which are now cafes, museums, or craft shops. We saw one rickshaw on hire and we watched a family pile into it. We were the only Western tourists there on a Sunday afternoon, but the town was full of Japanese tourists, including many families out for an afternoon stroll or bicycle ride.
Obi may not be undiscovered by foreign visitors for long. It is definitely worth a visit now, before it really becomes overridden by tourists.
6. Michi-no-Eki Nango
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
7. Obi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By Yo T - Fukuoka, Japan
It's not your typical castle if that's what you're looking for. It's pretty much what's left of the castle with some old samurai houses. I loved walking through the house though and getting an image of old Japan. The area is really historical and you will love it if you like old houses. Outside the gate in the entrance area, you can buy specialities of the area or better yet shoot arrows at a target: 10 arrows for 300 yen. Definitely the best part of the trip for me.
8. Obi Castle History Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Naomi K - Melbourne, Australia
Obi Castle consists of about 7 buildings most of which charge individual entry fees. The displays within each building are well presented and unlike a couple of places we have been to Obi Castle actually has information in English as well as Japanese - a welcome addition. The Gardens are well kept and lovely to stroll around. The cedar gate through to a small moss garden is quite impressive although not original. Worth a visit if you're passing or in Obi Town. I would not specifically drive there to visit.
9. Michi no Eki Sakatani
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
10. Matsuo no Maru
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By bglhvn - So. California
We toured this house with a guide, shoes removed, so it was much more interesting than if we had simply done it ourselves. It was difficult to recognize that this house was recreated and not the original building.
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