Located in the center of Miyazaki prefecture, the town of Aya boasts one of the largest laurel forests in Japan as well as a rich culture of organic farming. The local people here have been building a community in harmony with nature for nearly half a century, ahead of other areas in Japan. These efforts have been appreciated and even earned the town recognition as a UNESCO eco park in July 2012.

Access Information

Aya Town is located 20 km from Miyazaki Airport in Miyazaki City.
◆ By Car
From Miyazaki Airport - 60 min. via National Route 10 (via Takaoka Town)
From Miyazaki Airport - 60 min. via Prefectural Road 17 (via Arashida, Kunitomi Town)
From Miyazaki Airport - 80 min. via Prefectural Road 26 (via Kunitomi Town Central)
From Takahara Interchange - 60 min. via National Route 268
◆ JR/Bus
From Miyazaki Airport (15 min. by bus) - Miyako City Shopping Mall (60 min. by bus) - Aya Bus Shelter
From JR Minami-Miyazaki Station (15 min. on foot) - Miyako City Shopping Mall (60 min. by bus) - Aya Bus Shelter
From JR Miyazaki Station (60 min. by bus) - Aya Bus Shelter

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