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Ehonnosato

📍 475-15 Ishikawauchi, Kijo-cho, Koyu-gun, Miyazaki, Japan
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Miyazaki-shi
Category
Museum
Duration
1-2 hours
Address
475-15 Ishikawauchi, Kijo-cho, Koyu-gun, Miyazaki, Japan
Coordinates
32.2220, 131.4166

Introduction

Kijo Ehon no Sato (Picture Book Village) lies among the hills of Kijo Town, Koyu District, Miyazaki. The park centres on the Forest Picture Book Hall — displaying Japanese and overseas picture books and original art — alongside the Woodcutter Hall café, a woodland theatre staging picture-book performances, and the Water Stage and Forest Stage, with regular readings and workshops.

✨ Highlights

1
Forest Picture Book Hall
Japanese and overseas books and original art
2
Vast collection
Tens of thousands of volumes for book lovers
3
Picture-book theatre
A woodland hut staging troupe performances
4
Woodcutter Hall
A café space for reading with coffee
5
Water Stage
A forest stage for concerts and events
6
Family programmes
Readings and workshops linking people and nature

🛈 Practical Info

→Location：475-15 Ishikawauchi, Kijo-cho
→Time needed：1-2 hours
→Closed：Mondays (next day if a holiday)

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00-17:00
Wednesday10:00-17:00
Thursday10:00-17:00
Friday10:00-17:00
Saturday10:00-17:00
Sunday10:00-17:00

last entry 16:30

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult500 yen (Forest Hall)
Student300 yen (JHS/HS/elem.)

Transportation

Driving/Parking

About 40 min by car from Takanabe Station

Bus

Limited public transport; a car is recommended

💡 Tips

• Closed Mondays; last entry 16:30
• Forest cabins rent out as a whole at 10,000 yen a day
• Event dates vary — check the current schedule before going
• Rural bus service is sparse; driving is recommended
• Pairs with Takachiho and Miyakonojo for a regional loop
• The hillside setting suits a slow half-day visit

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Ehonnosato?

Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00-17:00; Wednesday: 10:00-17:00; Thursday: 10:00-17:00; Friday: 10:00-17:00; Saturday: 10:00-17:00; Sunday: 10:00-17:00; last entry 16:30

How much is the admission for Ehonnosato?

Adult: 500 yen (Forest Hall); Student: 300 yen (JHS/HS/elem.)

Any practical tips for visiting Ehonnosato?

Closed Mondays; last entry 16:30 Forest cabins rent out as a whole at 10,000 yen a day

How long should I spend at Ehonnosato?

A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.

How do I get to Ehonnosato?

Driving/Parking: About 40 min by car from Takanabe Station; Bus: Limited public transport; a car is recommended