Ebino/ Miyazaki City [Miyazaki]

A. It’s famous for outdoor adventures up volcanoes, on mountain hikes and around giant water-filled craters. 

Q. How many volcanos and craters are there in the area?

A. There are 23 volcanoes, 15 craters and ten crater lakes to see.

Q. What hiking levels can we choose?

A. There are many different hikes to enjoy in Ebino, but most travelers start at the visitor center and go around Rokkannonmi Pond. It's a fairly leisurely two-hour hike

If you want something more challenging, you can take the 12-kilometer Ridge Trail.

Q. How high is Ebino Kogen?

A. The highest of the mountains in the Ebino Kogen area is Mt Karakuni , at 1,700 meters above sea level.

Q. Are there any symbolic museums there?

A. To learn more about the distinct landscape, flora and fauna that flourishes in the area, pay a visit to the Eco Museum Center at the entrance to Ebino Kogen. You can see first-hand what kind of life thrives here via authentic botanical samples.

Q. Is it easy to find hotels or inns there?

A. Despite its popularity with hikers and adventure seekers, Ebino is a very small town and only has a handful of hotels and a few areas for camping. If you are not staying in the area, it is possible to start your hike early and return to either Miyazaki City or Kagoshima for lodgings.