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Kushima串間市
Spend a half day to see the wild horses at Cape Toi and the lighthouse; stay overnight if you want a relaxed beach night.
Kushima is a small coastal city in Miyazaki Prefecture, famed for the wild Misaki horses on Cape Toi. The main sights are clustered near the cape, reachable by local bus or on foot, so a half‑day visit covers the highlights; an extra night lets you enjoy the beach and local eateries.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–Oct (dry season, horses active)
- avoid Jun–Sep (typhoon risk)
- Airport
- KMI
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kushima110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kushima, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for sudden rain during typhoon season and keep an eye on horses on the cape.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKMI Miyazaki Airport (Nearest airport; connect by bus or train to Kushima (≈1 h).).
- Getting aroundJR Nichinan Line to Kushima Station, then Yoka Bus covers the city and cape; taxis are scarce.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Museum or sight ticketCape Toi Lighthouse entry¥300 (≈ US$3)
- Budget bedStandard hotel room, a night, per room¥6,000 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedStandard hotel room, a night, per room¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedStandard hotel room, a night, per room¥15,000 (≈ US$110)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KMI Miyazaki Airport (Nearest airport; connect by bus or train to Kushima (≈1 h).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Feb
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Mar
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
Care
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Care
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Best: Apr–May, Oct. Mixed: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Jul (10 rain days), driest Nov (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kushima: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Feb
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Mar
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
8 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
Dec
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Nichinan Line to Kushima Station, then Yoka Bus covers the city and cape; taxis are scarce.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Cape Toi Lighthouse
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Yoka Bus from Kushima Station, ~15 min, then 5‑min walk
Entry ¥300; horses visible year‑round, foals most common Apr–May.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Kurikura Hotel Kushima
Central location, simple rooms.
Hanaoka
Ryokan style, ¥4,000 per person.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–7,000 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000–20,000 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Standard hotel room1 × 1 night × ¥9,000 | ¥9,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥16,000 |
| JR Nichinan Line round‑trip (Kushima–Miyazaki)2 × ¥1,200 · check | ¥2,400 |
| Yoka Bus day pass2 × ¥800 · check | ¥1,600 |
| Horse‑spotting guide (90 min)2 × ¥1,500 · check | ¥3,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥3,200 |
| Trip total≈ ¥17,600 per person per day, bed included | ¥35,200≈ US$250 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights, Shinkansen passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Cape Toi Lighthouse entry | ¥300 (≈ US$3) |
| Horse‑spotting guide (90 min) | ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) per person |
| Local curry restaurant (SPICE CACTUS) meal | ¥800–¥1,200 (≈ US$6–9) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules may be limited on weekends; check the latest timetable.
- Cape Toi horses are wild; keep distance and do not feed them.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Kushima串間市
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My bed tonight
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ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese embassy in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Miyazaki Airport → Kushima (bus): about ¥1,200 (≈ US$9), 1 h (check)
- JR Nichinan Line Kushima ↔ Miyazaki: about ¥1,200 (≈ US$9) one way (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- バス停はどこですか？ — Where is the bus stop? (basu tei wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kushima. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct (dry season, horses active) · avoid Jun–Sep (typhoon risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Hanaoka for a traditional ryokan experience.
- Combine with a surf session at Koigaura beach (year‑round).
Sources
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