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Make the Most of Your Miyazu Stay

A gateway to coastal heritage

Miyazu sits along the northern coast of Kyoto Prefecture, where the celebrated Amanohashidate sandbar stretches 3.6 kilometers across the bay like a natural causeway lined with 8,000 pine trees. This is one of Japan's Three Scenic Views, revered for centuries in poetry and art. The city flourished during the Edo period as both a castle town and vital port, leaving behind merchant houses and shrines that tell stories of prosperity and spiritual significance. Unlike temple-filled Kyoto City, Miyazu offers something quieter—a place where scenic beauty and historical depth converge without the crowds.

Traditional experiences beyond the sandbar

Motoise Kono Shrine holds deep imperial connections as the original home of the sun goddess Amaterasu before she moved to Ise, making it one of the region's most historically significant shrines. The Old Mikami Family House, an Important Cultural Property, showcases refined Edo-period merchant lifestyle through its fireproof plaster walls and seated-view garden. Take the cable car to Kasamatsu Park and try the traditional "matanozoki" viewing method—bending over to see the sandbar upside down, transforming it into the legendary bridge to heaven. Local dining centers on exceptional seafood, particularly winter Matsuba crab and yellowtail shabu-shabu.

Practical connections and nearby discoveries

The JR Limited Express Hashidate connects directly from Kyoto Station for day trips or extended stays. Consider exploring Ine's unique funaya boat houses to the north, where fishing families still live in structures built over the water. The compact downtown retains an authentic castle town atmosphere, and the Miyazu Catholic Church—Japan's oldest operational Catholic church—demonstrates a fascinating blend of French Romanesque and Japanese architecture. This coastal retreat offers a sophisticated alternative to central Kyoto's intensity.

Frequently Asked Questions about Miyazu

Can I book hotels in Miyazu with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in Miyazu, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my Miyazu hotel on Delta Stays?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card grants you additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual credit of up to $200 on your statement applicable toward prepaid accommodation or vacation rental reservations made through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply. For an overview of all advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Occasionally, Delta Stays may offer SkyMiles Members an opportunity to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. Be sure to check out the latest MQDs offers and terms at the Delta Stays MQD Offer page.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

No, Delta Stays is available to everyone for hotel bookings. However, by becoming a SkyMiles Member, you will unlock the ability to earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent (excluding taxes and other fees) on Delta Cars and Stays, and it is free to join. Visit the delta.com to join today.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive collection of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in Miyazu?

You will find 35 hotels in Miyazu to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Mercure Kyoto Miyazu Resort & Spa has a guest rating of 8.2 out of 10, and features a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant. Another top-rated ryokan is Hotel Kitanoya, where you can enjoy a hot spring and a full-service spa. Taikyourou has a rating of 9.6 and this ryokan has a restaurant and free parking.

What's a good time of year to visit Miyazu?

To experience Miyazu during great weather, visit in April when temperatures are mild and cherry blossoms frame Amanohashidate sandbar. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider January or February when winter temperatures are cooler, costs drop, and you might witness rare snow-dusted pine scenery.

Which hotels in Miyazu are located near Amano Hashidate Beach?

This 3.6-kilometer sandbar covered in 8,000 pine trees connects two shores of Miyazu Bay. View it upside-down through your legs from the observation deck for the traditional perspective. One popular hotel is Taikyourou which is steps away. Monjusou is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short walk.

Which hotels in Miyazu are near Motoise Kono Shrine?

This ancient shrine once housed Japan's Sun Goddess before her move to Ise, and it's one of only two shrines permitted to display five-colored jewel decorations. Taikyourou is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another top hotel is Monjusou and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Miyazu are located closest to Manai Shrine?

Sacred rocks at Manai Shrine mark where gods dwelled for 2,500 years before moving to Ise. Bring a bottle to collect pure spring water from the Ame no Manai spring. One popular hotel is Taikyourou which is a short drive away. Monjusou is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar