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Morotsuka Village, located in the northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture, is a beautiful mountain village with the original scenery of Japan, and is an area rich in rich in nature surrounded by the central Kyushu Mountains.
About 95% of the Village is covered with forests, and the density of forest roads per area is the highest in No.1 in Japan.

As for the Sightseeing spot, you can Unfolds the beautiful scenery of the mountains and the rice terraces at the mouth of the river, which was selected as a One of the 100 best terraced rice paddies in Japan.

Historically, the village culture in the mountains that has continued since the Heian period still remains strong, and traditional slash-and-burn agriculture has been inherited.

In Gourmet food, Locally produced shiitake mushrooms are exquisite, thick and aromatic in taste.
In addition, game dishes are also popular, and you can enjoy local cuisine that uses plenty of Delicacies of the mountains.

Access is about 2 hours by car from Miyazaki Airports and Kumamoto Airports, and one of the attractions is that you can spend a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Enjoy a relaxing trip in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture, where the blessings of forests and traditional culture live.

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Jul. 3, 2025

🍄July 7 is "Dry Shiitake Day" 🍄
To commemorate this, we will Held in a "Dry Shiitake Fair" on Saturday, July 5th!

📍 Venue: Morokko House Car Parking Lot
🕘 Opening hours: 9:00 – 16:00

✨ ✨ Events
・Freshly baked! Behavior of dried shiitake mushrooms
・ All-you-can-eat dried shiitake mushrooms & kikurage stuffing!
・Tasting 🍵 of Morotsuka Village's oolong tea "Kiyokamori Tea"
・ Village Specialty and summer vegetables are also 🍅🥬 sold

This is an Events that can be enjoyed by both children and Adults!
Please 😊 come and visit us with your family and friends

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Jun. 30, 2025

~Going to meet the "happiness" flower, Renge Shoma-Climbing Kurodake in summer~

Around the time of Obon, the phantom flower "KiRenge Shoma" 🌼 begins to bloom quietly in the mountains
Designated as an endangered species II on the Ministry of the Environment's Red List and attracting attention in NHK's TV series, this flower is said to make you happy when you see it.

In the past, Renge Shoma used to grow in clusters around Morotsuka Village and Mt. Kurodake, but now their numbers have decreased greatly due to the effects of deer eating damage.
Now, Local people are barely holding on to their lives in the limited area where conservation activities continue.

Kurodake has been designated as an "Important Habitat" by Miyazaki Prefecture, and in addition to Renge Shoma, it is a precious treasure trove of nature with many rare mountain wildflowers and wild animals unique to Kyushu.

On this mountaineering tour, you will be accompanied by a local guide, and you will be able to enjoy the rich forest while guiding you through rare plants and commentary on Nature.

🟡 【Outline of the Kurodake Mountaineering Tour】
📅 Date: Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24, 9:00-16:00
📍 Meeting: Obarai Community Center (*Leading from Shiitake Museum 21 is also possible)
🎒 Subject: 3 years old or older (minimum 4 participants / maximum 10 participants)
💰 Fee: Adult 5,000 yen / Child 4,000 yen (lunch and guide fee included)
📝 Application Deadline: Saturday, August 16

Climbing difficulty: ★★ ☆☆☆ (for beginners ~ intermediates)
🌱 Please wear comfortable clothing, mountaineering boots, or non-slip athletic shoes.

🌼 A special day of summer when you meet a phantom flower.
We look forward to your participation!

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Jun. 25, 2025

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[July 7th] is Tanabata 🎋🌌
In front of the central community center in Morotsuka Village, they made strips of paper with wishes and origami
Cute chicks are decorated 🌟 with bamboo

Just looking at it makes my heart warm 😊
Why don't you write a wonderful wish? 💫

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

May. 28, 2025

[Image1]★ ☆ ★ The 26th Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship in Morotsuka ★ ☆ ★On Sunday, June 29, the 26th Kyu

[Image2]★ ☆ ★ The 26th Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship in Morotsuka ★ ☆ ★On Sunday, June 29, the 26th Kyu

[Image3]★ ☆ ★ The 26th Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship in Morotsuka ★ ☆ ★On Sunday, June 29, the 26th Kyu

[Image4]★ ☆ ★ The 26th Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship in Morotsuka ★ ☆ ★On Sunday, June 29, the 26th Kyu

[Image5]★ ☆ ★ The 26th Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship in Morotsuka ★ ☆ ★On Sunday, June 29, the 26th Kyu

★ ☆ ★ The 26th Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship in Morotsuka ★ ☆ ★
On Sunday, June 29, the 26th Kyushu Tamazumi Championship will be held at the Morotsuka Village Gymnasium.
Held in 🌟 a convention

"It's just a ball, but it's a ball."
The height of the basket for the ball exceeds 4 m 😮
Entries are available in the "General Division" and the "Beginner Division" in which even beginners 🔰 can participate.
There are.
* From 2025, there will be no ladies division, and entries will be made in the general category.

■ Schedule of the day
Sunday, June 29, 2025
09:30 Opening Ceremony
10:00 Start of competition
16:00 End

Venue: Morotsuka Village Gymnasium
Car parking for participants: Morotsuka Village Sports Park Baseball Stadium

■ Inquiries
About the tournament・・・Morotsuka Village Board of Education
TEL ０９８２－６５－００７２

Application for participation・・・Morotsuka Village Tourism Association
TEL ０９８２－６５－０１７８

*The deadline for entries is Friday, June 13.

For application and details, please visit the Kyushu Ball Insertion Championship of [Moroka Navi]
Please confirm.
We look forward 😊 to receiving many entries

【What is the Kyushu Ball Throwing Championship?】
In 1990 (Heisei 2), in Wakan Town, Hokkaido, the "All Japan Ball Insertion Association (commonly known as AJTA)" was born as a new sports promotion organization that anyone can easily participate in.
In 2000 (Heisei 12), the AJTA Kyushu Association was established here in Morotsuka Village as an organization of the Kyushu block of the All Japan Ball Insertion Association. In support of AJTA's spirit of putting in the ball, we continue our activities as one of the Village development of the Village Forest Park and Morotsuka, which revitalizes the community through interaction with urban areas.
Currently, AJTA Kyushu gathers volunteers who have dreams of putting in the ball, and in addition to running the Kyushu Ball Throwing Championship (Held in every summer in Morotsuka Village), which is a step toward the national tournament, we are striving to popularize this easy and profound ball throwing competition as a recreational sport for the Village people.

[All Japan ball holder Roux, etc.]
Divided into two divisions, a general division and a beginner division, they will compete for the crown of the Kyushu Ball Throwing Champion.

The "All-Japan Ball Bowl" is a time race in which players of 4 to 6 players compete for the time it takes to put a total of 100 balls (99 ajata balls ×× 1 anchor ball) into the basket.

【AJATA Roux All Japan Ball Insertion Championship Competition Rules】
●Basic Roux
The "All-Japan Ball Throw" is a timed race in which players of 4 to 6 players compete for the time it takes to put a total of 100 balls (99 ajata balls × 1 anchor ×ball) into the basket.

(1) Participating players must be between 4 and 6, and if even one player is missing, they will be disqualified.
(2) The start will be from the back to prevent flying. (Gun start)
(3) Put the ajata ball first, and put the anchor ball at the very end. (If you enter first, you will be disqualified)
(4) If all 100 balls are not included, you will be disqualified.
(5) Throwing tools such as sticks and shoulder cars is disqualified.
(6) Safe if the ball rests on the basket. It is safe to drop the ball on the basket with an anchor ball.
(7) If a person other than the player touches the ajata ball, he or she will be disqualified.
(8) Other match management will be notified at the coaches' meeting.

The above Roux was officially decided on April 15, 1996 (Heisei 8), partially revised in 2010 (Heisei 22), and all championship tournaments will be held in based on this Ajata Roux.

●Participating players
Number of players: Up to 8 registered players, 4 to 6 participating players
Gender: Regardless of gender
Age: Junior high school students and above
(Only junior high school students are not allowed to form teams, but if one or more adults participate in the team, it is allowed.)

●Competition equipment
(1) Ajatakot
An ajata circle with a diameter of 6 m is marked with line tape.
Centered on the Ajata basket
(2) Ajata Basket (Official)
Height 4m12cm with steel base (Lowest temperature recorded at the All Japan Association site -41.2°C)
Diameter of the basket 44 cm, depth 44 cm (association site ≈ 44 ° north latitude)
(3) Ajatabor (official)
outer skincloth resin particles
・ Ajata ball (99 pieces) ... ８０ｇ±２ｇ
・ Anchor ball (1 piece) ... ２５０ｇ±５ｇ
(4) Ajata Shoes
Wear indoor shoes (athletic shoes).

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

May. 15, 2025

[Image1]🍵 Yamashigi no Kama Roasted Tea 🍵The delicious season 🍵 of New TeaRaised kama-roasted tea grown in Y

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🍵 Yamashigi no Kama Roasted Tea 🍵
The delicious season 🍵 of New Tea
Raised kama-roasted tea grown in Yamashigi no Mori is now available!

A forest kominka in the mountains over 600 meters Elevation "Yamashigi no Mori"

This kominka house, which is over 140 years old, was used as an important place for transportation in the era when there were no cars.
It was crowded.
In the old days, travelers and luggage exchanges were not in the lowlands along the river, but on the ridges with a good view.
They were going back and forth.

Raised sprouts that have grown in such a forest of yamashigi,
Made in the old-fashioned way, this "Yamashigi no Kamaricha 🍵"
It was made only with the most tea.

When it comes to the Golden Week season, the houses with tea plantations are all about tea picking.

Several tea factories in the Village are in full operation from morning to night.
Gari's kama-roasted tea was also made in such a situation.
Until it reaches everyone's house, it is a "boxed" that has never left Morotsuka.
It's kama-fried. (Actually, it arrives in a bag)

Kamaricha is a manufacturing method that the people of Morotsuka have been making for a long time.
It was introduced from China a long time ago and now remains only here and there in Kyushu.
Tea distributed nationwide accounts for only about 0.02%.

Squid with a hint of sweetness and a little aroma.
Squid tea leaves after boiling and waiting for a while, pour it in, drink it quickly and drink the third cup of tea leaves
It is "kamaka" that opens up sufficiently and drifts in.

It is popular in Morotsuka Village, but it is rare 🍵 in Japan

Online shop "Morotsuka Store", "Donkotei storefront", etc.
You can purchase it at "Morokko House".
* Please 🙇 ♀️ order as soon as possible because the quantity is limited.

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

May. 8, 2025

[Image1]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

[Image2]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

[Image3]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

[Image4]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

[Image5]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

[Image6]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

[Image7]🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevati

🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳
【Yamashigi no Mori】
A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevation of 650 meters.
There are two buildings, "Shishigi" built in the Taisho era and "Nakashigi" built in the Meiji era.
It is a pleasant place where a gentle forest breeze 🍃 blows through.
In the immediate vicinity, there are tea gardens, bamboo forests, fruit trees, and.
There are also plenty of hands-on activities to experience the activities of mountain villages.

Capacity: 2 buildings, 15 people each, 30 people in total
Facilities: Goemon bath, furnace, sunken hearth
* The Goemon bath and furnace are facilities only for "Shishigi".

◎ Experience
📍 Tea picking and kettle roasting tea making
In the Tea plantations created in the valley, May is the Traditional Japanese straw raincoat season every year.
By that time, you can experience picking Tea and making kama-roasted tea at the Yama School
A tour will be planned.
Roasted tea grown in Yamashigi no Mori is served at "Donkotei" and "Morokko House".
It is also sold as "Yamashigi tea".

📍 Ume Plum Chigiri / Ume Plum Shigoto
Two Plum trees are also indispensable for life since ancient times.
In Morotsuka, Ume plum dishes are held in each household throughout the year.
Teaching such Ume Plum work is also a popular project of the "Yama School" tour.
Ume syrup and pickled Ume plums are all very popular.

📍 Yuzu picking and yuzu processing
From autumn to winter, it is the turn of yuzu. Stay blue, turn yellow,
Each of them does a good job.
This is also a Standard of the "Yama School" tour set in Yamashigi no Mori.
Making and more yuzu, taking a yuzu bath...
I will enjoy yuzu to the fullest.

* For Accommodation and experience, please contact the Morotsuka Village Tourism Association in advance.
■ Inquiries
Morotsuka Village Tourism Association (Shiitake-no-kan 21)
Phone number: 0982-65-0178

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Apr. 27, 2025

[Image1]🌸 Spring Yama School・Recruitment of 🌸 participants~Hand-picked and hand-kneaded Traditional Japanese

[Image2]🌸 Spring Yama School・Recruitment of 🌸 participants~Hand-picked and hand-kneaded Traditional Japanese

[Image3]🌸 Spring Yama School・Recruitment of 🌸 participants~Hand-picked and hand-kneaded Traditional Japanese

[Image4]🌸 Spring Yama School・Recruitment of 🌸 participants~Hand-picked and hand-kneaded Traditional Japanese

[Image5]🌸 Spring Yama School・Recruitment of 🌸 participants~Hand-picked and hand-kneaded Traditional Japanese

🌸 Spring Yama School・Recruitment of 🌸 participants
~Hand-picked and hand-kneaded Traditional Japanese straw raincoat traditional kama-roasted tea 🍵 making~

On Saturday, May 10, a hands-on tour of hand-picking and Traditional Japanese straw raincoat traditional kama-roasted tea making
Held in. Morotsuka Village's Ancient Tradition of "Kama-Roasted Tea 🍵"
Rare Tea, which is produced by only about 0.02% in Japan, with plenty of atmosphere
Why don't you try hand-picking and hand-rubbing in an kominka house?

《Kama-roasted tea experience in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture》
◎ How to make handmade kama-roasted tea 🍵
(1) Tea picking
1 core 2 leaves Pick up to 2 or 3 leaves, counting from the tip of the shoot.

(2) Coarse roasting
Heat the kettle, add the fresh leaves, and stir while mixing so that it does not burn.
The temperature of the kettle is such that you can hear a crackling sound the moment you put the fresh leaves in.

(3) Tea rubbing
Spread the tea leaves on the goza, let it cool, put your weight on it and knead it strongly.
If there is a lump, loosen it. (Unraveling)

(4) Drying and finishing roasting
Stir-fry by rubbing the bottom of the pot with your hands filled with tea leaves in a hot kettle.
When the water gradually flies off and dries, stop rubbing and burn the tea leaves.
Dry while stirring by hand so as not to do.

Why don't you take this opportunity to experience making kama-roasted tea that you can't usually taste
Squid? We look 🤗 forward to your participation

* For application and details, please check from [Morotsuka Navi].

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Apr. 24, 2025

[Image1]🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longe

[Image2]🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longe

[Image3]🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longe

[Image4]🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longe

[Image5]🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longe

🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸
The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longest.
It is a very large deciduous broad-leaved tree of the genus Azalea of the family Azaleaceae and is found on rocky cliffs in high mountains above 1000 m. The most early blooming among high mountain azaleas.

It grows wild in clusters near the Morotsukayama West Trailhead, and the scenery of colorful pink flowers blooming in the mountains in Spring is a superb view ✨

The Akebono Azalea Cluster of trees on Mt. Morotsuka is about 5 minutes up the hill from the Torii (shrine gate) ⛩️ gate at the west trailhead. Appreciation is easy without authentic mountain climbing, so many people from all over Kyushu visit to see this nature 🍃.

Morotsukayama's azaleas are about to reach their Best time to visit!
Please come and 😊 see the cherry blossoms

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Apr. 23, 2025

[Image1]【Akisei Observation decks】◎First Observation deckIn the Akisei Observation decks, there There are th

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【Akisei Observation decks】
◎First Observation deck
In the Akisei Observation decks, there There are the first Observation deck and the second Observation deck.
The first Observation deck is currently 🌳 tall and cannot be seen.
Fun the ♪ open space

◎ 2nd Observation deck
360° Panoramic Observation decks at an elevation of 1000m with a panoramic view from Nobeoka to Aso in the distance.
Can✨
When the weather is nice, you can see the scenery of Hyuga Nada and Mt. Osuzu, as well as the chimney of Asahi Kasei with the naked eye.
Since it faces the direction of the rising Sunrise 🌄, some people come to see the first sunrise.

*All photos were taken from the 2nd Observation deck.
(Photo: Junhiro Aya)
There is little light in the buildings and the sky is beautiful, so some people come to take pictures of the starry sky 🌟
We are welcome.

◎ Car parking lot
If you go straight without turning towards the Observation deck, there is a parking lot 🅿️ Car the back.

Why don't you 🤗 come and take panoramic photos 📷 of the Four Seasons at the Akisei Observation decks?

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Miyazaki Morotsuka Village Tourism Association posted.

Apr. 20, 2025

[Image1][Cendan handmade cutting board]group to study the forestry industry in Morotsuka Village, the

[Image2][Cendan handmade cutting board]group to study the forestry industry in Morotsuka Village, the

[Image3][Cendan handmade cutting board]group to study the forestry industry in Morotsuka Village, the

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[Cendan handmade cutting board]
group to study the forestry industry in Morotsuka Village, the "Morotsuka Village Forestry Research group"
For short, it is a cutting board made by everyone at the Forestry Institute!
At the Forestry Research Institute, forestry workers and others grow their own logs 🌳
Shiitake 🍄 🟫 mushroom farmers also belong to it.

Traditional Japanese straw raincoat unique to handmade 🤲, made of wood 🌳 as it is.
Beautiful wood grain, amber shine ✨ finished with walnut oil
It can be used as a cutting board to cut ingredients and carry it to the table as a plate to add color
💡 Items of Excellence

Ingredients are made of cedar wood 🌳
Morotsuka Village is planted with many cedar and cypress trees, which are used as building materials, and kunugi trees, which are used as raw wood for shiitake mushrooms, but why was the cedar tree chosen? 🤔❔

The answer lies There is a in the potential of the sendan tree!
Compared to cedar, which takes more than 40~60 years to grow, cedar is cut down in 20 years.
Grow fast 💨 enough to be able to
In addition, six times more CO2 is used for its growth than cedar.
It is strong enough and easy to process.
As long as it grows straight, it will be an ideal wood.

I set my eyes on 👀 such a sendan
Members of the Fukuoka Prefecture cooperative and the Fukuoka-Okawa Furniture Industry Association.
In addition to making sendan furniture, sendan trees are also planted in various places.
We are welcome.

He also visited Morotsuka Village to plant the trees, and was involved 🤝 with everyone at the Forestry Research Institute.
It seems that it was done.

Cendan furniture with an eye on the future and the environment.
Squid why not use it at home? ❔

Only the small size is and width for each one,
They range from orthodox to unique outfits.
You can enjoy the excitement until it ♪ arrives and opens

★ Sendan's handmade cutting boards can be 🤗 purchased at the Morotsuka Village Tourism Association (Shiitake-no-kan 21) or the Morotsuka Store (online shop)

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Self introduction

Morotsuka Village, located in the northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture, is a beautiful mountain village with the original scenery of Japan, and is an area rich in rich in nature surrounded by the central Kyushu Mountains.
About 95% of the Village is covered with forests, and the density of forest roads per area is the highest in No.1 in Japan.

As for the Sightseeing spot, you can Unfolds the beautiful scenery of the mountains and the rice terraces at the mouth of the river, which was selected as a One of the 100 best terraced rice paddies in Japan.

Historically, the village culture in the mountains that has continued since the Heian period still remains strong, and traditional slash-and-burn agriculture has been inherited.

In Gourmet food, Locally produced shiitake mushrooms are exquisite, thick and aromatic in taste.
In addition, game dishes are also popular, and you can enjoy local cuisine that uses plenty of Delicacies of the mountains.

Access is about 2 hours by car from Miyazaki Airports and Kumamoto Airports, and one of the attractions is that you can spend a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Enjoy a relaxing trip in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture, where the blessings of forests and traditional culture live.

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Basic Information of Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture

Morotsuka Village, located in the northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture, is a Rich in nature Village with forests occupying about 95% of the total area of 187.56 square kilometers.
As of January 1, 2025, the population is 1,300 and the population density is about 6.93 people per square Kilometers.
The climate is warm and wet, with an average temperature of 3.9°C in January and 25.5°C in August.
Historically, on May 1, 1889 (Meiji 22), Morotsuka Village was established by the enforcement of the town/village system, and on April 1, 1949 (Showa 24), it was incorporated into Higashiusuki District.

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Popular Sightseeing spots in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture

・Eco Museum Shiitake Pavilion 21
It is a core facility of an eco-museum that introduces the Nature and culture of Morotsuka Village.

・Pond Kubo Green Park
Located Highlands 800 metres from Elevation, this facilities is ideal for Accommodation and camping in the log House.

・Mt. Morotsuka
Elevation 1,343 m above sea level, it is suitable for climbing and hiking.

・Kuranodaira Observation decks
Observation decks where you can overlook the mosaic forest fauna woven by Japanese cedar and oak.

・Morotsuka Shrine
It is a historic shrine dedicated to 27 gods, and is surrounded by zelkova and Japanese cedar trees that are about 500 years old.

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Gourmet and specialty products of Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture

・Dried shiitake mushrooms, raw shiitake mushrooms
Specialty products of thick and flavorful shiitake mushrooms Cultivation of raw wood.

・Nanatsuyama Miso
Flavorful miso made from Locally produced soybeans is known as a specialty product.

・Tea
Aroma tea Cultivated in high cold regions is produced.

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Popular Festivals and Events in Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture

・Gyaana Festival
It is a traditional festival held in in Morotsuka Village.

・Morotsukayama Mountain Opening
It is a Events that celebrates the beginning of the mountaineering season, which is Held in every March.

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Popular Access Information for Morotsuka Village, Miyazaki Prefecture

Access to Morotsuka Village is about two hours by car from Miyazaki City and about one and a half hours from Nobeoka City.
Use public transportation and the nearest train station is Hyugashi Station on the JR Kyushu Nippo Main Line, from where you can take a bus to Morotsuka Village.

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Information of Morotsuka Village Tourism Association

Morotsuka Village Tourism Association
Address: 〒883-1301 3068 Ieshiro, Morotsuka Village, Higashiusuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture
Phone number: 0982-65-0178

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[July 7th] is Tanabata 🎋🌌 In front of the central community center in Morotsuka Village, they made strips of paper with wishes and origami Cute chicks are decorated 🌟 with bamboo Just looking at it makes my heart warm 😊 Why don't you write a wonderful wish? 💫

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[July 7th] is Tanabata 🎋🌌
In front of the central community center in Morotsuka Village, they made strips of paper with wishes and origami
Cute chicks are decorated 🌟 with bamboo

Just looking at it makes my heart warm 😊
Why don't you write a wonderful wish? 💫