Horikiri Pass

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This is a premier scenic spot on the Nichinan Coast drive. The majestic blue Pacific Ocean and the Phoenix trees lining the coastline create a tropical mood. Watching the contrast between sky and sea in this beautiful location while feeling the breeze refreshes your mind and body, leaving a deep impression on every traveler. As you drive, the scenery changes, and the moment you reach this pass, a vast panorama unfolds. It is a place where you can feel the true breath of the ocean. The breeze carries the scent of the sea, calming your mind. For those seeking a moment of peace, it is the perfect place to stop.

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Beautiful Miyazaki「青島・堀切峠」

Beautiful Miyazaki「青島・堀切峠」

Miyazaki Prefectural Tourism Association

Horikiri Pass

Address
984 Uchimi, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Website
http://www.miyazaki-city.tourism.or.jp/tourism/spot/17.html
Operator
Miyazaki City Tourism Association

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