Prefecture Directory · Kyushu
Miyazaki 宮崎県
Miyazaki Prefecture occupies the Pacific coast of southern Kyushu, known for its subtropical climate, Miyazaki Seagaia resort complex, and traditional agricultural production including mangoes and beef cattle. The prefecture has a growing foreign resident population in agriculture and food processing. Miyazaki City and the coastal towns are the main inhabited centers.
Healthcare landscape
Miyazaki University Hospital and Miyazaki Prefectural Miyazaki Hospital are the main tertiary-care facilities. The prefecture's relatively low population density outside Miyazaki City means rural residents depend on regional hospitals for most healthcare needs. Miyazaki International Foundation (MIF) provides consultation in 23 languages and assists foreign residents with healthcare navigation across the prefecture.
Multilingual medical support
みやざき外国人サポートセンター
公益財団法人宮崎県国際交流協会（MIF）
- Phone
- 0985-41-5901
- Hours
- 火〜土（祝日・12/29〜1/3除く）10:00〜19:00
- Languages
- 24 languages
センターのご案内 | みやざき外国人サポートセンター Miyazaki Support Center for Foreign Residents →
Public health center (保健所)
Miyazaki Prefecture operates public health centers (保健所, hokenjo) across its municipalities. Public health centers manage infectious disease surveillance, maternal and child health programs, and mental health consultation. Contact the prefectural health department or your municipal office to locate the nearest hokenjo.
Emergency numbers in Japan
- Ambulance / Fire: 119
- Police: 110
- Japan Helpline (24-hr English): 0570-000-911
- JNTO Tourist Helpline: 050-3816-2787 (available for medical referrals)
See our emergency guide for full details on calling an ambulance and communicating with emergency services in Japan.
Last reviewed: September 2026