A classic song about Miyazaki. A song filled with feelings for one’s hometown [2026]
When you think of Miyazaki Prefecture, its catchphrase “Japan’s sunny spot” comes to mind.
It’s known as one of Japan’s warmest regions, rich in nature and home to many popular tourist destinations.
With an abundance of delicacies from both the sea and the mountains, many people make a trip to Miyazaki every year.
This time, we’re focusing on songs about Miyazaki—introducing plenty of tunes connected to the prefecture, including local anthems and theme songs for regional events.
We’ve also included nostalgic commercial jingles that locals are sure to remember, so be sure to check them out!
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Classic songs about Miyazaki. Songs filled with feelings for one’s hometown [2026] (11–20)
The prefecture closest to heavenKatte ni Kankō Kyōkai
From the title alone—“The Prefecture Closest to Heaven”—you can already picture Miyazaki’s warm, sunny scenery; it’s a song that feels like an unofficial tourism anthem.
The story that Jun Miura and Hajime Anzai recorded it impromptu at a ryokan also speaks to the song’s distinctive laid-back vibe and sense of wanderlust.
Over a sprightly guitalele backing, tourist spots like sun-baked beaches, Aoshima, and giant Moai statues appear one after another, making you feel as if you’re traveling with a tropical breeze at your back.
It’s the kind of track that, if you listen to it before a trip to Miyazaki, will only heighten your anticipation.
Takachiho Travel Sentimentkawanaka miyuki
A lyrical song set in Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture, where the breath of myth can be felt, depicting the inner feelings of a woman.
It portrays the heartrending journey of someone who travels through places filled with memories, unable to forget a past love.
Throughout the lyrics, landmarks and traditions such as Kunimigaoka, Takachiho Gorge, and the Night Kagura appear.
Miyuki Kawanaka’s emotionally rich voice beautifully expresses both the majesty of Takachiho’s scenery and the protagonist’s loneliness.
Listening to this song may make you feel as if you yourself are standing amidst Takachiho’s deep natural surroundings.
It is a travel-inspired piece that vividly evokes the landscapes of Miyazaki.
country high school girlhibi no utagoe purojekuto
This is a song by NOBU, an artist from Kobayashi City in Miyazaki Prefecture, sung together with local high school students about their real feelings.
Born from the “Daily Singing Project,” the track is interesting for its straightforward portrayal of frustrations and honest thoughts unique to rural life.
The unpretentious lyrics and NOBU’s warm melody are a perfect match.
Some listeners may relate to the mix of longing for the city and the newfound affection for a hometown that once felt too ordinary to notice.
It’s a piece that vividly conveys everyday life in Miyazaki.
Natsumi Hinata’s Love SongKinako
They’re making a splash all over the place with the Miyazaki Prefecture yuru-chara, the Miyazaki-ken, dancing.
However, there isn’t actually a dog breed called “Miyazaki-ken” among Japanese dogs, so I think they’re probably referring to the Hyūga-ken, a breed originating in Miyazaki—though that’s quite different from the yuru-chara’s image.
It’s a song created to promote Hyuganatsu, one of Miyazaki Prefecture’s signature brands, and it carefully teaches you things like how to eat it deliciously.
Kari-bushi (Karihagi Kiri Uta)min’yō
This song originates from a work chant passed down in the Takachiho region of Miyazaki Prefecture.
It was sung during breaks while cutting pampas grass in the autumn mountains, and from the very first lines—evoking farm work and sweat at dusk—you can almost picture how people lived back then.
The relaxed melodic turns mirror the very rhythm of swinging a sickle.
Woven into its wistful melody are gentle calls to horses and thoughts of love, and you may find your heart stirred by the everyday joys and human warmth that surely existed even amid harsh labor.
Imogara-bokutomin’yō
The folk song Imogara Bokuto, born from a public contest to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Miyazaki’s city status, takes its title from a wooden sword made from taro stalks.
It’s a humorous expression that refers to someone who looks tough but is actually harmless—and somehow endearing.
In the lyrics, this kind of protagonist is vividly portrayed: working hard in the fields, enjoying shochu, and eventually starting a family, all filled with warmth and human connection.
Listening to the Miyazaki dialect sung over lively shamisen accompaniment, you can almost picture the bright, balmy life of the subtropics.
You may find it easy to understand why the song has been beloved by locals for so long.
Miyazaki Tegetegete OndoMizuki Daisuke
Sung by Daisuke Mizuki, whose deep love for his hometown of Miyazaki shines through, this is an irresistibly cheerful ondō (festive dance) song.
It’s also known for having lyrics written by Hideo Higashikokubaru, who was the governor of Miyazaki Prefecture at the time.
“Tege tege” is a Miyazaki dialect term meaning “moderately” or “take it easy.” The lyrics are filled with quintessential Miyazaki imagery—shochu, lush nature, and more—evoking the region’s easygoing character.
Listening to the lively rhythms of shamisen and taiko, you may feel as if you’re taking part in a local festival.
It’s easy to see why it became an anthem beloved by the people of the prefecture.
Shanshan Horse Travel Songmin’yō
This is a very beautiful folk song that describes a wedding custom from the Nichinan area of Miyazaki Prefecture.
It depicts a scene in which the bride rides a horse while the groom leads it by the reins on their way to Udo Shrine.
The chant “konkii konkii” is said to mean “perseverance,” encouraging them along the arduous journey over seven mountain passes.
In the figures sung over the cool, refreshing melody, you can sense the warm gaze of people in those days as they celebrated the couple’s happy new beginning.
Even if you didn’t know the folk song itself, you may feel you’ve heard this gentle melody somewhere before.
It’s a piece that richly conveys Miyazaki’s wedding culture.
Nostalgia… TakachihoMizumori Kaori
A lyrical song set in the mythic land of Miyazaki, sung by Kaori Mizumori, the “Queen of Local Songs.” It portrays a journey through Takachiho Gorge by someone who cannot forget a past lover, carrying their sorrow along the way.
The pure spray of Manai Falls and the timeless flow of the Gokase River—encountering such majestic nature only deepens the protagonist’s lingering attachment to their beloved, a heartrending emotion that comes through with striking clarity.
Mizumori’s emotive vocals seem to echo through the ravine itself.
Listening while sensing the wind that has blown since the age of myths, you may find yourself drawn deeply into the world of the song, feeling as if you’re traveling together with the protagonist.
Highland RomanceNagai Ryūun
This is a song that could be called a “hometown hymn,” crafted by singer-songwriter Ryuun Nagai with deep affection for Takaharu Town in Miyazaki Prefecture.
Born out of a 2010 live performance, the piece weaves together the town’s history, abundant nature, and even its culture with care.
As you listen to Nagai’s lyrical, faintly wistful voice, you can almost see the tranquil scenery spread out at the foot of the majestic Kirishima mountain range.
The warm feelings for his hometown may speak not only to local residents, but also to many who hold Miyazaki close to their hearts.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to reminisce about your travels.