Sun Messe Nichinan (Moai Statues)
The only place outside Easter Island with official full-size moai replica statues — seven figures overlooking the Pacific, authorized by the Rapa Nui Council. Each moai represents a different area of good fortune and can be touched for blessings.
1.5 hours
¥1,000
9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Year-round; Spring for blue skies and clear Pacific views
Bus from Miyazaki Station about 1 hr 20–30 min to Sun Messe Nichinan stop, then about 15 min walk; or about 50 min by car from Miyazaki Station
Location
Why Visit
- 1
World's only officially authorized moai reproductions outside Easter Island
- 2
Seven moai on a Pacific clifftop — each representing a different fortune
- 3
Nichinan coastline panorama stretching uninterrupted to the horizon
Local Tips
The only site outside Easter Island with officially licensed Moai reproductions — seven statues facing the sea from a clifftop above the Pacific. The Easter Island chief who authorised the restoration of the originals also permitted these full-scale replicas. The surrounding park has beautiful Pacific views. Combine with Cape Toi Wild Horses (30 min north) and Aoshima Island for a full Miyazaki coast day.
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