Ebino (えびの市)

The most western city in Miyazaki Prefecture, Ebino is a jewel in the prefecture’s crown. Nestled between the Southern Kyushu Mountains and one of Japan’s first National Parks (Kirishima National Park, 霧島国立公園), Ebino plays host to many sights of natural beauty and some of the best rice in the prefecture. Ebino’s succulent rice is said to be thanks to the blessings of it’s patron deity, Tanokansa, whose likeness is depicted in over 140 statues around the area (treasure hunt, anyone?). Most famous for it’s rich hot spring culture, Ebino is ideally located between both Kagoshima (鹿児島) and Kumamoto (熊本) Prefectures. This onsen town can be a pleasant stop on a longer trip, or a base location which you will find is more than adequately equipped to suit your needs.

City Website: http://www.city.ebino.lg.jp/english/

Nearby:  Kobayashi  |  Mimata  |  Miyakonojo  |  Takaharu

Shopping

Kashikoubou Kaguya   菓子工房KAGUYA A lovely confectionary shop that sells Japanese sweets.Location: 菓子工房KAGUYA (map)〒889-4301 宮崎県えびの市原田3216-14WebsiteTEL: 0984-48-8628   Okashi no Kougiku　お菓子の香菊 Another great sweets shop, specializing in cheese manju, cakes, and snacks.Location: お菓子の香菊 (map)〒889-4301 Miyazaki-ken, Ebino-shi, Harada, 3374−15WebsiteTEL: 0984-33-3856   Taiyo Supermarket　タイヨー In Iino, going from Kobayashi to Ebino turn left at 221 at the JA-SS gas station … Continue reading Shopping

Health & Fitness

Medical Facilities Ebino City Hospital　えびの市立病院 In Iino, turn right at the Iino JA-SS on 221 and it’s on the left about 600m up the road. Location: えびの市立病院 (map) 〒889-4301 宮崎県えびの市原田3223 Website TEL: 0984-33-1023 Sugihara Jibika   杉原耳鼻咽喉科 This ENT doctor’s office is near Ebino City Hospital in the Iino area of Ebino. Location: 杉原耳鼻咽喉科 (map) 〒889-4301 宮崎県えびの市原田3236 … Continue reading Health & Fitness

Festivals

Autumn Festival (mid-October) Ebino’s Autumn Festival is geared towards boosting tourism. A variety of local foods and products are available, and a flea market is held. Kyoumachi Two-Day Market Kyoumachi Futsukaichi   京町二日市 When: Early February Where: Kyoumachi onsen and shopping district (map) What: A festival with a large market for shopping. Hundreds of vendors … Continue reading Festivals

Outdoors

OUTDOOR STATION EBINO   アウトドアステーションえびの Head to Ebino’s Outdoor Station near the Michi-no-Eki for all of your outdoor activity needs. The station has a cafe and shop inside, but also has plenty of information about all the outdoor activities you can do in Ebino. They also provide rental bicycles for the trails nearby. Location: アウトドアステーションえびの … Continue reading Outdoors

Food & Drink

Hibiki　響 Based in Ebino’s Iino area, Hibiki is a tonkatsu (pork cutlet) restaurant with reasonably priced but delicious food. Some of the best miso soup ever tasted alongside generous portions. A firm recommendation is the Roast Pork Cutlet Set (ロースカツ定食, roosu katsu teishoku) which will leave you full and happy. Parking can be limited and … Continue reading Food & Drink

Lodging

Hotels and Ryokan Kyoumachi Kankou Hotel  京町観光ホテル A family-owned and operated onsen (hot spring) hotel, Kyoumachi Kankou is cheap and well maintained. ¥300 buys unlimited relaxation in a variety of pools. The indoor pools vary in temperature from hot to very hot and the 露天風呂 (outdoor pool) are pagoda covered and exceptionally relaxing. On a … Continue reading Lodging

Sights & Attractions

Shrines Shiratori Shrine　白鳥神社 The oldest shrine in Ebino. Nestled in the foothills of Ebino Plateau, what this shrine lacks in size it makes up for in natural beauty and history. Wood from the surrounding forest is transported across Japan and used in the construction of other shrines, most notably the 東大寺 in Nara, housing the … Continue reading Sights & Attractions