Things to do in Oita Prefecture
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Day Tour to Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge & Shrine depart from Fukuoka
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Fukuoka Takachiho Gorge, Amano Iwato and Scenic Train Tour
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Bamboo Lantern Workshop
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Yufuin Kinrin Lake Sea Hell Hot Springs Kyushu Zoo from Fukuoka
What to do in Oita Prefecture
Popular places to visit
Hells of Beppu
Gaze at the menacing steam and bubbling mud pits around these otherworldly hot springs, where you’ll find crocodiles, steamed desserts and geyser eruptions.
Kijima Kogen Park
Take an exciting ride on Japan’s first wooden roller coaster and other traditional fairground rides at a theme park set in the foothills of Mount Tsurumi.
Kinrin Lake
The picturesque emblem of Yufuin, this geothermal lake has a remarkable beauty that is best appreciated when the air is chilly.
Takegawara Onsen
An elegant façade and gabled roof welcome you to a relaxing haven, where you can soak in a thermal tub and be covered in heated sand.
Beppu Tower
The third-oldest tower in Japan glows in bright colors at night, while its viewing platform offers unobstructed vistas of mountains and sea.
Mount Yufu
A long hike up the volcano pays off, both from the beauty of the walk and the stunning sea and valley views from the peak.
Beppu Park
Hike through the bamboo forest, marvel at the lanterns and enjoy a picnic beneath a cherry blossom tree in this hilly park in central Beppu.
African Safari
Why not visit the animals who live at African Safari and see why this is a popular attraction in Usa? Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.
Umitamago
Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Umitamago during your holiday to Oita. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.
Areas of Oita Prefecture
Yufuin Onsen
Unique features of Yufuin Onsen include the hot springs and lake views. Make a stop by Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village or Kinrin Lake while you're exploring the area.
Miyakomachi
Though Miyakomachi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like JR Oita City and Funai Castle.
Saganoseki
While visiting Saganoseki, you might make a stop by sights like Sekizaki Observatory and Nippokaigan Quasi-National Park.
Niagemachi
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Niagemachi. You might want to make time for a stop at Funai Castle or Oita Castle Ruin Park.
Kamegawa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kamegawa and surrounding area, you can visit Hyotan Hot Spring and Blood Pond Hell Hot Springs.
Hada
Hada might not have many top sights, but JR Oita City and Oita Big Eye Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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