Miyazaki Prefecture is known for its natural beauty and tropical vibe. As a result, this place offers a variety of unique snacks that make for perfect souvenirs.
We’ve selected 10 of the most popular snacks from Miyazaki that you can bring home as souvenirs for your family and friends.
1. Cheese Manju
Introduced in the 1980s, Cheese Manju is one of Miyazaki’s signature products.
Although it contains the word “manju,” this is actually a biscuit-like pastry with a crispy outer layer filled with creamy cheese.
Each store has its own unique characteristics, ranging from soft to crispy textures.
Cheese Manju from Fugetudo is made with a crispy biscuit shell and delicious cheese cream filling, handcrafted by skilled artisans.
During the holiday season, production can reach up to 10,000 pieces per day!
Due to its immense popularity, this product often sells out quickly, so it’s best to buy it early.
Product Information:
- Name: Cheese Manju
- Price: 4 pcs ¥793, 6 pcs ¥1,131, 10 pcs ¥1,788 (tax included)
- Location: Midori-cho, Saiwai-cho, Kobayashi City, Miyazaki Prefecture
- Official Website: [Fugetudo Official Site]
2. Nanao Seika Mango Sandwich Cookies
These cookies are made with premium mangoes grown under Miyazaki’s tropical sunshine.
The sweet mango chocolate filling combined with crispy biscuits creates a unique and delightful tropical flavor.
This product is a top-selling packaged snack at Miyazaki Airport, with over 60 million pieces sold in the past 15 years. It’s perfect as a gift or souvenir.
Product Information:
- Name: Nanao Seika Mango Sandwich Cookies
- Price: 24 pcs ¥2,224 (tax included)
- Where to Buy: Miyazaki Product Center KONNE, Miyazaki Airport, various AEON stores in Miyazaki Prefecture, etc.
3. Aoshima Senbei
Since its release in 1965, Aoshima Senbei has been a favorite souvenir after visiting Miyazaki.
These thin, crispy cookies are filled with sweet cream in the center. They come in two flavors: sweet white cream and fragrant peanut cream.
Product Information:
- Name: Aoshima Senbei
- Price: 2 pcs × 12 packs ¥1,296, 2 pcs × 24 packs ¥2,592 (tax included)
- Where to Buy: Miyazaki Product Center KONNE, Miyazaki Airport, Miyazaki Station, AEON stores, etc.
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4. Yutaka Shokai Mango no Tamago
Mango no Tamago is an egg-shaped pastry made with puree from authentic Miyazaki mangoes.
It contains a mango filling resembling an egg yolk, delivering a soft and aromatic mango flavor.
Product Information:
- Name: Mango no Tamago
- Price: 8 pcs ¥970 (tax included)
- Where to Buy: Miyazaki Airport, AEON stores, etc.
5. Nanjakora Daifuku
Nanjakora Daifuku is a large-sized treat filled with various delicious ingredients, such as red bean paste, strawberries, chestnuts, and cream cheese.
The name “Nanjakora” expresses the amazement you feel when seeing and tasting this Miyazaki specialty.
Product Information:
- Name: Nanjakora Daifuku
- Price: 5 pcs ¥2,820 (tax included)
6. Uirou
Uirou is a traditional Miyazaki snack with a soft texture and simple flavor.
Made without additives, it consists of only glutinous rice flour and sugar, making it a perfect companion for tea time.
Product Information:
- Name: Uirou
- Price: (White & Black) ¥530 each, Hyuganatsu 10 pcs ¥580 (tax included)
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7. Patisserie Hara Stick Cheese
Stick Cheese is a modern variation of Cheese Manju. Its stick shape makes it more convenient to eat.
The crispy biscuit layer is filled with cheese cream and topped with almond butter.
Product Information:
- Name: Stick Cheese
- Price: 10 pcs ¥4,500 (tax included)
8. GOBOCHI
GOBOCHI is a healthy and tasty burdock root chip. Originally a traditional Miyazaki side dish, it has become a popular snack.
It is even the preferred snack of ANA flight attendants during flights.
Product Information:
- Name: GOBOCHI
- Where to Buy: Various stores in Miyazaki Prefecture
9. Miyazaki Lemon Cake
Miyazaki Lemon Cake is a pastry made with Hyuganatsu, a local citrus fruit.
The cake features a sweet flavor with a refreshing tang and a crisp texture.
Its citrus aroma makes every bite feel revitalizing. It pairs well with tea or coffee and is a very popular souvenir from Miyazaki.
Product Information:
- Name: Miyazaki Lemon Cake
- Price: 15 pcs ¥648 (tax included)
- Where to Buy: Available at various souvenir shops in Miyazaki, such as Miyazaki Bussankan KONNE and stores at Miyazaki Airport.
10. Chocolate Hinata Summer Cookies
Chocolate Hinata Summer Cookies are made with Hyuganatsu powder, biscuits, and chocolate.
The soft, smooth biscuit has just the right sweetness and retains the refreshing tang of Hyuganatsu, melting in your mouth.
While delicious at room temperature, storing it in the refrigerator offers a different sensation.
Product Information:
- Name: Chocolate Hinata Summer Cookies
- Price: 18 pcs ¥1,188 (tax included)
- Where to Buy: Shops in Miyazaki Airport, Miyazaki Bussankan KONNE, AOSHIMAYA, Sanwajou, Kawanami PLATZ, and others.
Whether enjoyed yourself or given as souvenirs, these ten Miyazaki snacks should be on your shopping list.
