Question 1

Can I get there by bus or train?

Accepted Answer

About 1 hour 20 minutes from JR Miyazaki Station on a Miyazaki Kotsu bus (towards Obi and Nichinan); get off at the Sun Messe Nichinan stop and walk about 15 minutes. From JR Ibii Station it is about 15 minutes by taxi. Access by car is more convenient than by public transport.

Question 2

What are the opening hours and closed days?

Accepted Answer

Opening hours are 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30). It is closed every Wednesday, but opens on Wednesdays during the New Year period, Golden Week, Obon and public holidays. Please see the opening calendar on the official website for details.

Question 3

How do I get around the grounds?

Accepted Answer

You can walk around the vast 20-hectare grounds, but as the site is on a hill you can also use a rental kart if you hold a standard driving licence.

Question 4

Can I enjoy it on a rainy day?

Accepted Answer

The moai and the main attractions are outdoors, so rain may reduce the enjoyment. There are indoor facilities such as the World Insect Hall, so you can still enjoy it to a degree, but we recommend visiting on a fine day.

Question 5

How long should I allow?

Accepted Answer

As the attractions are spread over a wide site, allow about 2-3 hours to see everything at leisure. Including a break at the restaurant or shop, you can spend half a day here.

Question 6

Can I take photographs right by the moai?

Accepted Answer

You can line up among the moai statues for photographs. You can also touch them directly, so you can feel their scale. It is a popular photo spot with the wide blue sky and sea as a backdrop.

Question 7

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Admission is set by age group. Please check the official website for current rates. A discount for visitors with disabilities is also available.

Question 8

Are the moai statues at Sun Messe Nichinan genuine?

Accepted Answer

There are seven fully reproduced moai statues (Ahu Akivi), made with formal permission granted for the first time in the world by the council of elders and the people of Rapa Nui (Easter Island). About 5.5 m tall and weighing 18-20 tonnes each, they are impressive and can actually be touched.

Question 9

What else is there to see besides the moai?

Accepted Answer

There are many photo spots, including the World Insect Hall displaying butterflies and insects from around the world, 43 World Heritage display panels approved by UNESCO headquarters, a ground drawing of butterflies, a swing facing the sea that feels as though you are flying into the sky, and the seven-coloured Voyant statues.

Question 10

Is there parking, and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

There is free parking for 220 standard cars. It is a paved car park adjoining the entrance, available during opening hours (9:30-17:00). There are also spaces reserved for visitors with disabilities. It can be busy in peak periods.

Question 11

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

2650 Miyaura, Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture

Question 12

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 13

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults and high school students and above: around 1,000 yen (please check the official website for current rates).

Question 14

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Every Wednesday (open on Wednesdays during the New Year period, Golden Week, Obon and public holidays).

Question 15

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)

Question 16

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 1 hour 20 minutes from JR Miyazaki Station on a Miyazaki Kotsu bus bound for Obi; get off at Sun Messe Nichinan and walk about 15 minutes. By car, about 40 minutes from Miyazaki IC or about 40 minutes from Miyazaki Airport.

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