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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Kurume to Beppu?
The direct drive from Kurume to Beppu is 74.6 mi (120 km), and should have a drive time of 1 hr 30 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Kurume to Beppu, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Fukuoka, Yufu, Aso, and Dazaifu, as well as top places to visit like Kitahara Hakushu's Birthplace and Memorial Hall and 柳川城 本丸天守跡, or the ever-popular Yoshinogari Historical Park.
The top cities between Kurume and Beppu are Fukuoka, Yufu, Aso, and Dazaifu. Fukuoka is the most popular city on the route. It's less than an hour from Kurume and 2 hours from Beppu.
Dazaifu, located on Japan's Kyushu Island, is famous for the Tenmangu Shrine and its surrounding plum trees, attracting students seeking academic success. The city also houses the Kōmyōzen-ji Temple with serene Zen rock gardens and the Kyushu National Museum showcasing Japanese culture in an Asian historical context. Additionally, Dazaifu is home to Mount Hōman's peak shrine and holds historical significance as a first-century government seat and defense stronghold against East Asian threats.
15% as popular as Fukuoka
13 minutes off the main route, 16% of way to Beppu
Fukuoka, the capital of Fukuoka Prefecture in Japan, is a vibrant city located on the northern shore of Kyushu Island. It offers a mix of ancient temples, beautiful beaches, and modern shopping malls such as Canal City. The city's Maizuru Park houses the remnants of the 17th-century Fukuoka Castle.
Most popular city on this route
25 minutes off the main route, 22% of way to Beppu
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Aso, located in Kumamoto Prefecture on Kyushu Island in Japan, is home to the impressive Mount Aso with its active volcano, Mount Nakadake. The city also houses the Aso Volcano Museum and the partially damaged but historically significant Aso Shrine. Visitors can relax at Uchinomaki Hot Spring and Kurokawa Onsen, both offering traditional outdoor baths.
11% as popular as Fukuoka
28 minutes off the main route, 50% of way to Beppu
Yufu, located in Ōita Prefecture, is a city with an estimated population of 33,556 people living in 15,883 households. The city covers a total area of 319.32 km² with a population density of 110 persons per km². Enowa Yufuin is a luxurious retreat situated on the outskirts of Yufu city and at the base of Mount Yufu.
12% as popular as Fukuoka
8 minutes off the main route, 77% of way to Beppu
Best stops along Kurume to Beppu drive
The top stops along the way from Kurume to Beppu (with short detours) are Beppu "Jigoku Meguri" Hells Tour, Kinrin Lake, and Daikanbo. Other popular stops include Shirakawa Spring, Yoshinogari Historical Park, and Kokonoe Yume Otsuribashi.
Yoshinogari Historical Park is a vast archaeological complex showcasing ancient ruins, artifacts, and reconstructed huts. The park comprises an entrance zone with video facilities and restaurants, a southern wing where high-level individuals are believed to have lived, a northern wing associated with the Kuni festival, a bunker settlement zone spanning approximately 20 hectares and featuring three areas, and the Ancient Hara Zone offering various recreations.
Great outdoor museum showing old Yayoi-period houses; it is possible to go inside some of the houses to see daily life exhibits. Entertaining and educating. Large area; be sure to carry a bottle of water in summer. There is a shuttle bus which drops/picks visitors to avoid long walks. Staff were super friendly.
Dirk Hebecker — Google review
Pretty awesome collection of Japanese prehistory. Many of the explanations are in English and park entrance/parking fees are real cheap. Sites are spread out so be prepared to walk about 4 miles to see everything and the kids playground is pretty awesome as well! One restaurant on site and it’s at the entrance.
Aaron Long — Google review
It's an extremely large area. The train is about the same distance from Yoshinogari Koen Station or Kanzaki Station. I want to be prepared to walk steadily. It feels good when the weather is nice. You can learn about jar coffins. The experience center is also fun.
Youji Nomo — Google review
Very interesting. I travelled from Kurume, Fukuoka. This village had fun activities for families to do e.g. make your own magatama which takes 1 hour (I thought I could do it quicker but no, I couldn't). There was also a festival here the day I went so keep that in mind if when visiting. Otherwise, I don't think theres many food options apart from a restaurant/cafe at the beginning.
Great views of the area and cute/interesting historical place. Worth a visit
Kristopher Taipeti — Google review
Yoshinogari Historical Park, Kanzaki-gun, Saga-ken
Have you ever wondered about the fascinating history of Yayoi & Jomon?
The yoshinogari archaeological site of excavation, preservation & ruins holds some unspoken secrets waiting to be discovered. Let’s dive into the past and uncover the mysteries that have been hidden for centuries!
You can learn about the history of this place by visiting it. It’s a fascinating place indeed.
Opening hours: 9:00 Am to 17:00
Entrance Fee: Ranges from 460¥
There are museum programs where you can learn to make fire and crafting accessories and knives.
Magama bead making-250¥
You can check their website for more information and programs.
Website: yoshinogari.jp/en/
Kian M — Google review
This area may not be considered as big of a tourist spot, but it has some unique areas.
This archaeological site has been recreated painstakingly to show how the ancient people lived back then. For example, where the villagers kept their food, weapons and where they buried the dead.
Despite being a little remote, this park is definitely a real deal!
G Qianrong — Google review
Wonderful archeological site . The reconstruction is a window to the past, allowing you to walk in the footsteps of the Yayoi period, really a learning and living museum where you can even get your hands dirty to create your very own souvenir!
Mr J — Google review
Very nice open air museum / park. The signs were translated in english and a nice volunteer guide came to explain some of the history of the place. I saw many families and I agree it's a nice activity for kids, they will love being able to enter the houses.
Sophie Solioz — Google review
The park is way bigger than one would expect (maybe) and if you love history, certainly make your way out here. They even have workshops and I loved the one I joined because I love stones. Seeing the Yayoi life in the past was a good experience. You can walk around the park to check out the old houses and the ancient burial. There is a roving bus. There’s a big part of the park that’s good for kids (or so the guide at the community center told me because I didn’t explore that part). Worth visiting!
Bernadette Estepa (Gaijin Guide) — Google review
You can see a life around 3 a.c. It was fun to wonder around old houses. I got to see the excavation site. It was very nice to see how we discover life in Yayoi era. The park is huge.
K M — Google review
Plentiful of open spaces and historical artifacts built to scale. A fun place for the family amidst nature. The park is huge. For a start, take the free shuttle bus to go round the park. Then select places of specific interest to you. Bring along food for a small picnic (there are also provisions for BBQ on site) as the restaurant maybe fully booked up. Enjoy!
Shirley NKL — Google review
Very cool experience for a visit to the museum or to just have a picnic in the park. The grounds are beautiful and they have daily activities that you can do for an additional fee. Also, they have multiple paid parking lots around the place. It’s huge so plan to do a lot of walking.
Kristin P — Google review
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1843 Tade, Yoshinogari, Kanzaki District, Saga 842-0035, Japan
Kitahara Hakushu's Birthplace and Memorial Hall is a restored site that offers a glimpse into the life of the renowned Japanese poet, Kitahara Hakushu. The birthplace, a beautiful white-walled building with a grid-patterned design, was also used for sake brewing. Visitors can explore the architecture, decor, and lifestyle of the time. The memorial hall showcases Hakushu's literary works and hosts performances and explanations of his pieces during events like the Sagemon Festival.
Ancient Japanese style town and few people
Nanda Pattharawipaporn — Google review
relax
Channel희철 — Google review
(Translated by Google) While sightseeing in Yanagawa, I visited the Hakushu Kitahara Museum.
It was nice to be able to experience a little bit of history.
(Original)
柳川を観光してて北原白秋の記念館を訪問しました。
少し歴史に触れることが出来て良かったですね。
K.M — Google review
(Translated by Google) A memorial hall for the writer Hakushu Kitahara. On that day, in conjunction with the Sagemon Festival, there was a performance of songs and explanations of the deceased's works in the hall of the memorial hall. The facility has been beautifully maintained and seems to have some traces of private life left in it. Speaking of Yanagawa, people like Satoshi Tsumabuki and Fumi Dan are famous, but since I also work as a writer, I think of Hakushu Kitahara when I think of Yanagawa. It was an emotional time to reflect on the origins of creativity.
(Original)
文筆家、北原白秋の記念館。当日は、さげもん祭りに合わせて、記念館のホールで故人の作品の歌の披露や解説もしていました。施設は見事に保管され個人の生活の息吹が残っているようでした。柳川と言えば、妻夫木聡さんや檀ふみさんなども有名ですが、私も作家の端くれとして、文章を綴る仕事をしているのでやはり柳川と言えば北原白秋先生。感慨深く創作の原点に想いを馳せる時間となりました。
水野雅浩 — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is the birthplace of Hakushu Kitahara, who was active as a composer from the Meiji period to the early Showa period, and was originally a sake brewery. After a big fire, his family went to Tokyo relying on Hakushu Kitahara, but with the rise of Showa songs and city pop after the war, there were concerns that Hakushu Kitahara's name would disappear from history, so restoration work was carried out in 1961. It was then opened as the Kitahara Hakushu Birthplace/Memorial Hall.
Hakushu Kitahara not only composes nursery rhymes, but also company songs and school songs.
Inside, there was a reproduction of the tea room, and it was during the Yanagawa Doll's Festival, so there were dolls and hanging dolls (hanging dolls in the Kanto region).
On display are information about Hakushu Kitahara's upbringing during the Yanagawa period, the signature seal he used during his lifetime, and the company seal of the company that Hakushu was sponsored by, as well as exhibits of entertainers who have visited Hakushu Kitahara's birthplace/memorial hall since its opening. Signs are also displayed.
(Original)
明治から昭和初期に作曲家として活躍した北原白秋の生家で、元々は造り酒屋だったそうです。大火に遭い、家族も北原白秋を頼って東京に行ってしまったものの、戦後の昭和歌謡やシティポップの台頭で北原白秋の名前が歴史から消えてしまう懸念もあり、昭和44年に復元工事をして、北原白秋生家•記念館として開館しました。
北原白秋は童謡のみならず、会社の社歌や学校の校歌なども作曲しています。
中は、お茶の間などが再現されていて、丁度柳川のひな祭りの期間中でひな人形や下げもん(関東で言う吊るしひな)がありました。
柳川時代の北原白秋の生い立ちや、北原白秋が生前使っていた落款の印鑑や、北原白秋が主催していた会社の社印などが展示され、開業以来北原白秋生家•記念館を訪れた芸能人のサインも展示されています。
かっちゃん勝己 — Google review
(Translated by Google) My impression after entering was that it was good. It was a fantastic space with lots of Sagemon decorations decorated with Hina dolls. I also liked the video in the theater room of the memorial hall where you can feel the life of Hakushu Kitahara.
(Original)
入ってみて、良かった〜と言うのが感想です。雛飾りのさげもんがたくさん飾られていて、幻想的な空間でした。記念館も北原白秋さんの人生を感じられるシアタールームでの動画が👍良かったです。
FUJIピンコ — Google review
(Translated by Google) I was able to learn more about Hakushu Kitahara's charm and I think I will be able to continue singing in Yamaguchi Prefecture ♫
(Original)
北原白秋さんの魅力を知ることが出来て山口県でまた歌い続けていくことが出来そうです♫
中谷昌史 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Admission fee is 600 yen, but there is so much to see 😃
The main house of the liquor store has an exhibition room at the entrance, a museum, and a new video exhibition room in the back (I wonder if this is the former site of a sake brewery?). Hakushu Kitahara was born and raised in this sake brewery and had a blessed environment. When he was 16 years old, his sake brewery burned down, his house collapsed, and he was in trouble.He moved to Tokyo in a state of grief, and through his interactions with Tetsukan and Takuboku, he began to be active in the world of poetry. It seems that Hakushu moved 39 times, but did he hone his poetic spirit by encountering various scenes? Was he developing feelings for Yanagawa?
(Original)
入館料600円 なれども見処満載ですよね😃
酒屋の本家が入口展示室そして資料館と奥に新しいビデオ展示室(これが酒蔵の跡かな?)あります。北原白秋はこの造り酒屋で生まれ育ち環境に恵まれていました。16歳の時に酒蔵が全焼し家が傾きトラブルナドあり悲嘆の中で上京し鉄幹、啄木との交流を通じ作詩の世界で活躍を始めたとのこと。白秋は39回も転居したらしいが色んなシーンに出会う事で詩歌の心を磨いたのでしょうか?柳川への想いを募らせていたのでしょうか?
亀澤勉 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Celebrities connected to Yanagawa include actor Satoshi Tsumabuki recently, former Hanshin player Mayumi, and even more recently Kazuo Dan, the father of Fumi Dan. However, I think Kitahara Hakushu is the best.
Personally, I guess I can't wait.
I remember hearing a song about a boatman going down the river.
I think this is a facility where you can experience his achievements once again.
(Original)
柳川にゆかりがある有名人は、最近であれば俳優の妻夫木聡さん、少し前なら元阪神の真弓さん、もっと前なら檀ふみさんのお父様である檀一雄さんがあげられます。ただ何と言っても北原白秋が一番かなと思います。
自分的には待ちぼうけですかねぇ。
以前、川下りの船頭さんが歌われていたのが印象に残っています。
改めてその業績に触れることのできる施設だと思います。
Kazuhisa Fujimoto — Google review
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55-1 Okinohatamachi, Yanagawa, Fukuoka 832-0065, Japan
(Translated by Google) I feel lonely 😔 I wish the castle tower was still there... I love Muneshige Tachibana 🙇
(Original)
なんか寂しいです😔天守閣が残ってたらって考えます…立花宗茂が大好きなんで🙇
松下景虎 — Google review
(Translated by Google) For those who aren't interested in history, it's a meadow on top of a stone wall.
The main enclosure was here. This stone is a marker stone. The grounds of the two schools are castle ruins. It can be enjoyed by people who know that the surrounding moat is a protective wall and can use their imagination.
I see, I had a lot of fun imagining how to attack this.
School classes are held on weekdays, so please be considerate when taking photos. Depending on the time of year, the grass gets thick, so you'll have to wear socks and long pants that don't expose your skin.
There is no parking lot, so you will have to take a bus from the station or park your car at Yanagawa Parking Center in Ohanayori and walk there.
(Original)
歴史に興味がない人には、石垣の上の草原です。
ここに本丸があったんだ。この石は標石なんだ。二つの学校の敷地は城址なんだ。周りの堀割は防壁なんだと知識があり、想像を巡らせることができる人には楽しめます。
なるほど、これを攻めるにはどうするかと想像するのは楽しい時間でした。
平日は学校の授業があるので、写真撮影はご配慮ください。時期によっては草ぼうぼうなので、肌が出ない靴下と長ズボンでないと厳しいです。
駐車場はないので、駅からバスで来るか、御花よりの柳川パーキングセンターに車を停めて歩いてくることになります。
Kouichi Ohshima — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's a small hill next to the school's playground, so you have to be careful not to get in the way when viewing it. (sweat) I don't know the extent of its territory, but the remains include the castle tower, stone wall (incision), and water moat. I was able to confirm! It's hard to imagine that a five-story, five-story castle tower existed until the early Meiji period! I would like to go again on school holidays! After all, Ishigaki is amazing ✨
(Original)
学校内にある運動場横の小丘で、見物する時は邪魔にならないようにしないといけませんッ(汗)縄張りの範囲は分かりませんが遺構は天守台、石垣(切込接)、水堀が確認できましたッ!明治時代初期まで五重五階の天守閣が現存していたなんて想像もつきませんッ!休校日に再度行きたいと思いますッ!やっぱり石垣素晴らしいですねッ✨
Rieu Ryu Rieu — Google review
(Translated by Google) Yanagawa Castle Honmaru Ruins, a designated historic site by Yanagawa City
After the Battle of Sekigahara, Yanagawa Castle was extensively renovated during the reign of Tanaka Yoshimasa and was one of Kyushu's most famous castles, with a five-story castle tower.
In 1620, Muneshige Tachibana, who restored the former territory of the Yanagawa domain, acquired it for 120,000 koku, and since then it has been the residence of the Tachibana family during the Meiji Restoration.
In 1872, an accidental fire destroyed the main castle tower, Ninomaru, and the castle tower.
After that, the castle ruins were used as a school and still are today.
The castle tower ruins of the main castle tower are located in a corner of the playground of Yanagijō Junior High School, and part of the stone wall remains, but the original castle tower was 8 meters high. However, in 1874, the stone wall was repurposed to reinforce the coastal embankment that collapsed due to a typhoon, and only a portion of it remains today.
The main castle tower ruins are designated as a historic site by Yanagawa City.
#Castle #Castle #Castle Ruins #Fukuoka Prefecture #Yanagawa City
#Yanagawa Castle #Yanagawa Castle Ruins
(Original)
柳川市指定史跡柳川城本丸跡
柳川城は関ヶ原の戦い後、田中吉政の時代に大きく改修され5重天守があった九州を代表する城郭でした。
元和6年(1620年)柳川藩旧領を回復した立花宗茂が12万石で入封して以来、立花氏の居城として明治維新を迎えます。
明治5年(1872年)失火により本丸二の丸を焼失し天守も失いました。
その後の城跡は学校として利用され現在に至ります。
本丸の天守台跡は柳城中学校の運動場の一角にあって石垣の一部を残していますが、本来の天守台は高さが8mありました。しかし明治7年(1874年)台風で決裂した海岸堤防の補強に石垣が転用され現在では一部を残すのみです。
この本丸天守台跡は柳川市指定の史跡になっています。
#お城 #城 #城跡 #福岡県 #柳川市
#柳川城 #柳川城跡
Masayoshi Shibata — Google review
(Translated by Google) It seems like it's currently on school grounds, so I couldn't go by car for the time being. . .
The bulletin board at the site of the main enclosure was located near the main road. Photos of Yanagawa Castle from the past are posted.
(Original)
現在は学校の敷地内にあるようで、とりあえず車では行けませんでした。。。
本丸跡地の掲示板は表道路付近にありました。在りし日の柳川城の写真が掲示されてます。
寝不足の鯉 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The restoration of the panels and the illumination at night are wonderful, giving you a sense of the passion that the citizens have for the castle tower.
(Original)
天守にかける市民の想いを感じるパネル復元と夜間ライトアップが素晴らしい。
小澤太郎 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I went there for the first time in a while~It’s a nice historical walk~😁
(Original)
久しぶりに行きました~歴史散策、良いですね~😁
白尾彰浩 — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is located between Yanagawa High School and Yanagawa Junior High School. Good atmosphere.
(Original)
柳川高校と柳城中学の間にあります。雰囲気が良い。
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A nice place to take a walk. It has about 170 brands and a huge food court. Bargains for Nike, adidas quite ok. Tosu premium outlet can be reached via JR train from Hakata train station to Tosu station, then take bus 20 across the street, which departs hourly to reach Tosu Premium outlet. There are more public buses operating during Saturdays and Sundays, compared to weekdays.
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This outlet is large and has many options. They range from shoe brand shops to clothing outlets to confectionery. There is also a food court with restaurants such as Ippudo. However, the food court is very crowded and it is hard to find an area to sit. However, I still think it is a great outlet and I recommend people to come here.
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This outlet has many brands and it is easy to walk in one round. All shops are in ground floor. Public transportation to this outlet is a little bit less and need to catch the bus with the right schedule.
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Very good place for shopping, friendly service, food court available for food selection.
Dumbo Evans — Google review
Lots of great stores. Great deals. Dog friendly. Dogs must be in a stroller or holder. Some stores might require them to be fully sealed in the stroller or carrier before going in (Nike). There is a trash can for dog poop before going into the outlet
Car Los — Google review
Tosu is worth going to, plenty of shops. Found really good deals on New Balance and Asics shoes here in Tosu. Not every crew member speaks English fluently so get your Google Translate ready. Also there's a nice food hall serving a variety of cuisines when you need a break from shopping.
Francis Mendoza (Chiel) — Google review
Not all stores offered genuinely appealing bargains! Some of them was so obviously out-of-dated as stores only took a fraction of discount out of the original price-tag! The dining choices were almost limited!
007Decky — Google review
Very good parking facilities. Good and big cafeteria. If they have more branded shops, i would give 5 stars
V L — Google review
Very crowded over the weekend. Majority of the shops are the same as other premium outlets, Nike, New Balance etc.
Tony TOH — Google review
Various brand. Some shops have great offers. Each of my family members bought a pair of ASICS shoes.
Man Ho Yu — Google review
Tosu Premium Outlet is highly recommended to those who enjoy shopping! The easiest way to get to the outlet from Fukuoka city is by bus. The bus departs from Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal and the journey is approximately an hour. The return bus fare is very reasonable but there is only one trip on weekdays.
There are some very good bargains for a few brands like Levis, Coach, Kate-Spade, and Adidas but in general, the discounts from most stores are not great. Some of the items and handbags are rather out of season. There are over 100 stores in this premium outlet and a few good hours are definitely needed just to visit half of the shops.
There is a clean and comfortable food court located within the premium outlets and apart from Japanese food, Korean & fusion cuisine is available. There is also a Baskin-Robbins in the food court. Weekdays are the best to visit and it is never crowded at all!
Ting Ting — Google review
Decent factory outlet, don't expect rock bottom pricing here, but just decent value discounted off season clothes.
Good outlets are: Helly Hansen / North Face, Adidas, New Balance, Nike, Crocs (only the ones on discount). Some others are jokes and have nothing really on discount.
Snap up the stuff fast at Helly Hansen once it opens! Dine at the food court! Great chain japanese food there.
Yang B — Google review
It's just like a premium outlet back in America. It has all the big name brands and then some. We walked to the outlet from the train station, so we didn't buy a lot of stuff. There is so much stuff, it's a shoppers' dream place.
K C — Google review
Very Beautiful and nice location and had a wonderful experience. I always visit in Tosu Outlets... Its good and relaxing visit the store and shopping.
#Free_Parking 👍
Rasik Chhetri — Google review
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- there’s bus No.20 to Tosu station,
- and bus No.30 to Yayoigaoka station,
- both about 15-20mins wait,
- there’s taxi there too, but I recommend the bus it’s just 200-280yen dirt cheap,
There’re restaurants and food court too, I recommend the food court because the queue is not that long and the food is cheaper, I ate around 2pm and the crowd is still there, don’t recommend to eat at 12pm you need to queue really long,
- the selection at BAPE is really limited if you’re going Tosu premium outlet for this, all sizes probably S-M, hardly L, the coach pricing wise is slightly more expensive than US premium outlets, but there’s more stocks compared to US, and the quality that they took care of the products is superb, you can drop by FrancFranc too lotsa furnitures and stuff you can buy there, Mr.Tanabe from Coach Men is awesome, there’s GAP and SEIKO, I took a photo of the map and list of shops, do take a look
Jo Y — Google review
it's not as crowded nor as busy as the Tokyo/Kobe premium outlets, so made it so relaxing and enjoyable to shop here! lots of brands and big place, could spend hours in here! once arrive, go to the tourist information centre then you can redeem coupons upon presenting your passport.
Giami Lee — Google review
Very comfortable and relax outlet. It's not as huge as the one in Gotemba. However, it's much closer if you rent a car.
Quite a lot of brands are there and discounted items are attractive.
You can easily spend the whole day in the outlet.
Wilson T — Google review
one of the best outlet stores near Fukuoka. check the store list first and plan for a visit. plenty of car parks across the road. if you visit on new year's day, you may need to line up early to get the Happy Bags for extra good deal.
The Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum is located at a historic airfield and showcases planes and exhibitions related to the air raids of 1945. It offers visitors an incredible opportunity to witness the technological marvels of aircraft engineering up close, including the Zero fighter plane which is displayed without any armor in its cockpit. The museum is highly regarded and staffed by friendly personnel, with admission fees varying between 400 yen for children to 600 yen for adults.
The museum holds the Shinden Prop plane from Godzilla Minus One. Plus authentic clipped-wing Zero and rare Ki-27. There are hundreds of smaller exhibits illustrating bombing of the town by B-29 and Kamikaze pilots who took off from here. There’s anice video presentation of the town’s war-time history. The guide could speak English.
K S — Google review
Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum is one of three facilities on Kyushu ( including Chiran and Bansei in Kagoshima) dedicated to the memory of the Japan Imperial Army Special Attack Force aka "Kamikaze" suicide pilots. Tachiarai was the former location of the Imperial Army's pilot academy that by 1944 became a center for the rapid training and dispatch of suicide pilots. The museum is notable for its display of a Type Zero fighter aircraft and a Type K27, which was restored after being recovered from the bottom of Hakata Bay, in the main exhibit hall. The remainder of the exhibits are mostly portrait photos of the special attack pilots, their final letters to family, and artifacts. The museum would be more properly called a "war memorial" rather than peace memorial, as there is no context presented regarding the sacrifice of the pilots, soldiers and civilians that were killed in the final months of the war. The museum theater tells the unfortunate story of the local village, which greatly prospered when the army aviation academy was established. As the war progressed and turned against Japan, the academy became a training center for suicide pilots and that caused the base to become a target for a massive B-29 bombing raid at the end of March 1945. The raid damaged the airbase, but also devastated the village including the death of many civilians, including children. There is no context presented as to why despite being an obvious target, the town was not evacuated and there is no context presented on the situation in Japan which allowed senior commanders to send boys to their death on one way suicide missions. The exhibition shows that the average age of the pilots was about 23, with many 18-22 years old. They knew nothing but war almost their entire lives. Most of the boys were quickly trained to reach a minimal skill level, then waited for their special orders. Almost all the missions failed. The few that were successful caused terrible, but inconsequential damage on the US Navy. The museum presents the results in the light of success, which is not historically accurate. It would be much more interesting if all of the Kyushu peace museums included context including the responsibility of the leaders whose failures resulted in the tragic deaths of the pilots and civilians. After looking at so many striking portrait photographs of the pilots (they had photographs taken in pilot gear or had portraits created post mortem) the question remains were the 3,898 suicide pilots heroes or victims? My view is they are both, and were needlessly wasted in the prime of the their youth by the senior commanders. They are tragic heroic victims. But one consolation, is the pilots get their photos and biography recorded and presented in a beautiful museum, while the many other millions of victims of WWII do not get that privilege. A visit to the Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum shows the dark side of war. It's well worth a visit, even without the context and the restored Type Zero fighter is a gem. Access is by car or the super cute Amagi Railroad. A short walk from the tiny station.
John Durkin — Google review
This war museum is one of the best here in Fukuoka, the staff are really nice and polite.
600 ¥ for adults, 500¥ for students and 400¥ for children
Duha Hammad — Google review
Being able to see a Zero up close and personal was amazing. Reading about and watching on TV doesn't do justice to this technological marvel. Once you're up close you can really see the level of mastery by engineers, craftsmen, and pilots who employed it. The cockpit has literally no armor. Thin aluminum skin between pilot and sky. Just amazing!
Destrojn — Google review
This is a war museum not a peace museum. It is great if you are a fan of the engineering and design marvel that is THE Zero fighter jet. It is also great if you want to see Japan’s stance towards the war. It was presented that their airforce was defending their homeland, when anyone who read history knows they were the one who started it. It’s also priceless to see the sad sacrifice of 18-22 years old pilots who were known as the ‘Kamikaze’, and the museum glorified their sacrifices. However it is biased, very biased, and the bias is interesting to see. Also, please prepare Google translation because there is almost no English caption provided for obvious reasons.
Jing W — Google review
zero and 震電 planes were cool but it glorifies the suicide bombers 神風特攻 who are just brainwashed kids dying for nothing
Wing Au — Google review
A portion of most signs were in English. I felt the museum did an excellent job of conveying that Tachiarai Airfield started in 1919 and was an airfield that had commercial service as well as military purposes. That Tachiarai grew from nothing to a decent sized town along with the airfield. That they had exceptional engineering and were proud of their their craft. This where the lack of English signs grew challenging because they seem to allude that those engineers went on to design the shinkansen bullet train, but there were only pictures, no English. Then there are 1/200 scale airplane models, and old uniforms and gear next to the zero fighter. They had information and maps about the seven times the airfield was bombed in 1945. They had pictures of women and children along side 11 American airmen, and around 100 or more Japanese soldiers and airmen killed presumably around the airfield as a reminder to the importance of peace. Also near the entrance they had an origami bird that Barrack Obama had folded with Carolyn Kennedy in the White House with two excellent letters he had written to various Japanese to explain reinforcing the importance of peace. The reason for four stars was that you can only take pictures of the zero fighter. They did have wonderful docent with a translation to point out the B29 silhouette on the ceiling, the map of the airfield on the floor, and there were more exhibits on the second floor and on the other side of the entrance. It was a great experience. One that will stick with me more than most of my history classes.
Tiffany Schmidt — Google review
In case you didn't know, this is one of the major launching points for the infamous kamikaze zeroes! During WWII, Kurume City was burned to ashes by the allies. There's an unspoken, but clear sense of strong pride by the locals of the courage these pilots had and the sacrifice they made. The richness of history here is understated in the history books.
F C — Google review
Said to be the best in the East at the time, the Japanese Imperial Army’s Tachiarai Airport and its related facilities were positioned in the vast expanse of land that straddled the borders of Asakura City, Ogori City, Chikuzen Town, and Tachiarai Town before World War Ⅱ. However, these facilities were destroyed by the air attacks that occured primarily on March 27 and 30, 1945, claiming many victims (including children who were going home from school).
Chikuzen Town’s Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum was modeled after the airplane hanger that the Tachiarai Airport housed. It offers an introduction to the Tachiarai Airport, its related facilities, and Japan’s aviation technology, as well as facts about the air attacks and the Kamikaze Special Attack Unit who graduated from Tachiarai Fly School. The museum also displays the only Type 97 Fighter plane in the world (hoisted from Hakata Bay and restored in 1996) and an actual Mitsubishi A6M Zero Fighter plane.
As its name suggests, the Tachiarai Peace Memorial Musuem’s primary goal is to stress the importance of peace. At its center, the museum honors the victims of the air attacks by displaying their portraits. There is also a reading room where volunteer readers and people who survived the war share their expertise and experiences, as well as a theater.
Manabu dev — Google review
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2561-1 Takata, Chikuzen, Asakura District, Fukuoka 838-0814, Japan
(Translated by Google) I found this roadside station while driving in the winter rain.
I stopped by because I wanted to wear a kappa more and put a warm warmer on it.
I was also hungry, so when I looked for something
It wasn't long after the store opened, but suddenly there was dumplings and meat buns using horse meat from Kumamoto Prefecture!
I bought it immediately and stuffed my cheeks in the information room (rest room) while shrinking my cold body.
It was so delicious!
I suddenly ate dumplings at a famous store, but this one was by far the best! ! ! ! !
Sweet potatoes with thick skin and just the right amount of firmness
There is no doubt about the distribution of the bean paste.
I want to eat it every day!
Suddenly dumplings are not so common in Tokyo...
Delicious food is always local.
There was an old lady who carefully cleaned the information room from the morning, and she was very kind. I passed by on a trip in a faraway place, but in the rain, my cold and lonely heart and body warmed up.
Spacious and full of goods.
There are plenty of chairs and tables, and a roof.
This is a roadside station that is kind to travelers!
All right! Let's come again!
(Original)
冬の雨の中走行してて、見つけた道の駅。
カッパを更に着たくて、ホッカイロも貼りたくて寄りました。
腹も減っていたので、何かないかと探したら
開店間もなかったが、いきなり団子と熊本県産の馬肉を使った肉まんがあった!
即購入して、冷えた体を縮こませながら情報室(休憩室)で頬張った。
めちゃくちゃ美味かった!
いきなり団子の有名店のも食べたんだけど、断トツでここのが美味かった!!!!!
厚みのある皮に、程よい硬さのサツマイモ
餡子の配分も間違いない。
毎日食べたい!
いきなり団子、東京だとあまりないんだよなぁ…
美味しいものは、いつも地方なある。
情報室を朝から丁寧に掃除するおばちゃんがいて、凄く優しかった。遠い地で旅の通りすがりだが、雨の中、冷えて心細い心と体が温まった。
広くて品物も豊富。
椅子とテーブルも沢山あるし、屋根もある。
こりゃ旅人に優しい道の駅だね!
よし!また来よう!
Johnny Lovinson — Google review
Nice fruits and vegetables with fair price. There are different kinds of みかん🍊for guests to have a try
Kelly Yu — Google review
Good place to stop and walk around
EBikeZ — Google review
(Translated by Google) I understand that the pool is closed at this time, but there is almost no information in the information center, and the walking path that used to exist is also in the weed field. It was a little before 10 o'clock on Sunday, but nowhere was open and only the toilet was used.
(Original)
この時期プールが閉館なのはわかりますがインフォメーションセンターには殆ど情報がなく以前はあったであろう散歩道も雑草畑に。日曜の10時少し前でしたがどこも開店しておらずトイレのみの使用に…。
???? — Google review
(Translated by Google) This roadside station is located just after entering Kumamoto from Fukuoka Prefecture. The parking lot is wide and easy to park. There are souvenir shops and restaurants. There is also a pool, and the parking lot gets crowded in the summer with families using the pool.
Locally grown vegetables and fruits are sold at low prices. Since chestnuts are famous, there are many products related to chestnuts. Also, it is famous for its eggs, so they sell a lot of them.
When I went there, there were many stalls and it was quite busy. It looks like the current restaurant will open in April 2023. Kumamoto's famous red beef bowl was on sale.
(Original)
福岡県から熊本に入ってすぐくらいにある道の駅です。駐車場も広く停めやすいです。物産館やレストランがあります。プールもあり、夏はプールを利用する家族連れで駐車場が混み合います。
地元で採れた野菜や果物が安く売っています。栗が有名なので栗に関する商品が多くあります。また、卵が有名なのかたくさん売られています。
行ったときは、出店も多く出店していてかなり賑わっていました。2023年の4月に今のレストランがオープンしたみたいです。熊本名物の赤牛丼が売っていました。
tora m — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is a roadside station located in the mountains near the border of Fukuoka and Kumamoto prefectures on National Route 3.The parking lot is spacious, and locally grown vegetables and fruits are lined up.
This time I bought bamboo shoots😌I think you can enjoy them depending on the season.
(Original)
国道3号線の福岡県と熊本県の境界付近の山あいにある道の駅です~駐車場も広めで、地元と採れた野菜や果物が並んでいて
今回は筍を買いました😌季節に応じて楽しめる所だと思います。
なお — Google review
(Translated by Google) Date and time: 2024.2.25 (Sun)
Location: Yamaga City (Kumamoto Prefecture)
“Yamaga City Current Trip Part 3”
😜Talk
``Yesterday, I got a phone call from my brother inviting my sister to go to Yamaga.''
So, my brother and his wife, my sister, and I got into my brother's beloved car and started our journey.
Well, I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of unusual journey it will be 😘
[Itinerary]
③Roadside Station Kakoku Ogurikan
Then we decided to visit a roadside station that we saw on the way to the site, so we decided to have lunch there.
When I entered the restaurant, I saw that the red beef bowl was 2,500 yen, which is a high tourist price, so I went to the shop corner and bought taro, karaage, and chive balls and karaimo tempura for lunch. While I was eating it in the smoking area, my younger brother's wife bought some pork buns, and the four of us filled ourselves up.
Afterwards, we moved to the dagojiru booth and enjoyed the delicious dagojiru made by Eikichi Yazawa's T-shirt master and his wife along with Yazawa Song.
(Original)
日時:2024.2.25(日)
場所:山鹿市(熊本県)
「山鹿市現調旅行 第三弾」
😜トーク
「昨日、山鹿へ行くぞ」と弟から妹へのお誘い電話がありました。
ってことで弟夫婦、妹と私の4人で弟の愛車に乗って珍道中がスタートしました。
さてさてどんな珍道中になるか楽しみ楽しみ😘
[行程]
③道の駅 鹿北 小栗館
それでは現場の道中で見かけた道の駅でどうだという事になりそこでランチすることになりました。
レストランに入るとあか牛丼2,500円と高額の観光値段だったので売店コーナで里芋、唐芋やランチようにとニラ玉と唐芋天ぷらを購入しました。それを私が喫煙所で食べてると弟嫁が豚まんを買ってきて4人で腹ごしらえしました。
その後、だご汁ブースに移動すると「矢沢永吉」ティーシャツマスター夫妻が矢沢ソングと共に作るだご汁を美味しくいただきました。
小崎隆司 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I saw Yamaga Japanese chestnuts in the sweets fair booklet, so I went to try them.
I was told that the Maro Mini Parfait was recommended, but it was hot so I decided on the Chocolate Maron Shake. It was rich, creamy, and delicious. Perhaps because it was a weekday, it wasn't too crowded and I was able to sit down and eat. Many kinds of seasonal mandarin oranges were on sale.
(Original)
山鹿和栗をスイーツフェアの冊子に載っていたので食べに行きました。
マロミニパフェがおすすめということでしたが、暑くてチョコマロンシェイクにしました。濃厚でクリームたっぷりで美味しかったです。平日のせいか、そんなに混んでなくてゆっくり座って食べることができました。旬のみかんが何種類も売っていました。
Idumico rinco — Google review
(Translated by Google) A roadside station located at the northern end of Kumamoto Prefecture on National Route 3, near the prefectural border with Fukuoka. There is a good selection of products, and you can even get the famous Yamaga confectionery Toro Monaka. In addition, you can find various Kumamoto specialties such as Kumamoto's local food, Kiminari Dango.
(Original)
国道3号線の熊本県北端、福岡との県境近くにある道の駅。品揃えもよく山鹿銘菓灯籠最中もゲット可能。このほか熊本の郷土食いきなり団子などいろいろな熊本名物にも出会える。
ポール守山 — Google review
(Translated by Google) A roadside station with a very large parking lot
Although it is located in the mountains, it feels like a stylish roadside station with a very nice atmosphere.
(Original)
駐車場がすごく広い道の駅
山あいにありますがとても雰囲気のいいお洒落な道の駅って感じです。
Makoto S — Google review
(Translated by Google) Fresh vegetables and fruits grown locally are on display.
The side dishes made with those ingredients also look delicious.
The red beef bowl at Niku Shokudo Yokayoka, which is popular in Kumamoto, is exquisite.
I didn't have time today, so I bought some jumbo skewers that were grilled outside. You can fully enjoy the meat.
I don't know when the event will be held, but it looks like we'll have a fun time playing monkey mawashi.
There was a pool in the back, and it was crowded with many parents and children.
More than half of the stations were from outside the prefecture, such as Kurume and Fukuoka, but I think it's a wonderful roadside station for families.
(Original)
地元で採れた新鮮な野菜や果物が並んでいる。
その食材で作った惣菜も美味しそう。
熊本では人気の 肉食堂よかよかの赤牛丼は絶品。
今日は時間が無かったので 外で焼かれてたジャンボ串を購入。肉を存分に味わえる。
開催のタイミングは分からないが 猿まわしをやっていて 楽しい時間を過ごせそうだ。
奥には プールが有り 大勢の親子連れで賑わっていた。
半分以上が 久留米や福岡等の県外ナンバーだったが ファミリー向けの素敵な道の駅だと思う。
エスカルゴescargot — Google review
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4186-130 Kahokumachi Iwano, Yamaga, Kumamoto 861-0603, Japan
The ancient wisteria plant, Kurogi no Ofuji, is over six centuries old and is renowned for its massive production of flowers during the late spring season. This location has become a popular tourist destination for approximately two weeks at the end of April each year. Aside from its exquisite flora, there are several other fascinating attractions in the area that visitors can explore such as a locomotive exhibit.
Place is known for it Wisteria flower during the 2 weeks in end April. There are also a number of interesting things in the town including a stream engine locomotive on display. Nearby Town Yume has also many things to explore especially local history and arts
Won Soon Lau — Google review
Just the right timing,it was in full bloomed.Its a beautiful place.
Good for relaxing 😌
Ish J — Google review
Great place
Yoda Chang — Google review
I want to ask when is the best time to come in 2020? Early April?
Miss Li English classroom — Google review
Somehow the nature here reminded me of Mongolian nature. Breathtaking!
Mayflower Ts — Google review
Amazing wisteria display 😍
Jolene Maebuchi — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a famous place for wisteria!
It seems to be lit up at night
It looks like the Big Wisteria Festival, which starts on April 16th, will be especially crowded.
Also, wisteria has many flower meanings related to love, so could it improve your luck in love? 💓
(Original)
藤の名所です!
夜はライトアップされるそうで
特に4月16日から始まる大藤祭りは大いに賑わうみたいです♪
また藤は恋愛に関する花言葉がたくさんなので、恋愛運アップも?💓
こぺチャンネル — Google review
(Translated by Google) The Wisteria Festival was held every year from late April during Golden Week, but by that time the wisteria flowers have fallen and the best time to see them has passed.This year, 2024, the Wisteria Festival will be held from mid-April.
There seem to be a few open-air stalls and shops selling specialty products.
Visited on April 20th.The flowers were in full bloom and I was healed by the scent of the flowers.
It seems to be lit up, so you can enjoy a different atmosphere at night.
(Original)
毎年4月下旬から ゴールデンウィークに開催されてた藤まつりですが その頃には藤の花も散り 見頃を過ぎている為なのか 今年2024年は4月中旬から藤まつりを開催されてあるようです。
露天や特産品などを販売されているお店が少しあるようです。
4月20日訪問 満開の状況で花の香りに癒されました。
ライトアップもされているようで夜はまた違う雰囲気を楽しめる事でしょう。
koko smile — Google review
(Translated by Google) ``Kurogi's Big Wisteria''...
It is very famous for its wisteria and as a seasonal tourist destination.
Although it is just before the 2024 Wisteria Festival.
I visited there because I wanted to experience the condition of the wisteria flowers.
The flowering situation is...
This is just my personal evaluation.
I think it will take about 2-3 minutes.
It looks like conditions will be perfect during the Wisteria Festival.
Wouldn't it be better to visit a little after the festival period?
but···
``Kuroki Great Fuji'' is a very popular spot, a rebound from the restrictions on viewing due to the coronavirus pandemic.
There are concerns about manpower...
Parking spots are limited.
Please be careful when traveling by car!
ah
By the way...the place name is Kurogi
The person's name is Kuroki...
It's a little strange~
(Original)
『黒木(クロギ)の大藤』・・
藤の名所、季節の観光地として大変有名ですよね。
2024年の藤祭りの直前ではありますが。
藤の花の付き具合を体感したくて、訪問してみました。
開花の状況は・・・
あくまでも、ワタクシ個人の評価ですが。
2〜3分といったところかな~と思います。
藤祭りの期間中には、絶好の状況にはなりそうですね。
訪問のタイミングは、お祭りの期間のやや後ろのほうがベターではないでしょうか?
とは言え・・・
『黒木の大藤』はかなりの人気スポット、コロナ禍で拝観が規制されてたリバウンドでの、
人手が懸念されますね・・・
駐車スポットが限られてますので。
車での移動は、良くよくのご注意を!
あー
ちなみに・・・地名はクロギ
人名はクロキ・・
微妙ですね~~
秀 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I visited for the first time on April 17th, R6☆
It was almost in full bloom and had a sweet scent and was very beautiful! It was a lot of fun with lots of stalls and tea tastings. It looked like we could do some tasting at the sake brewery, but since we had to drive, we had to give up. Although it was a weekday, the place was busy with many customers. Parking lot costs 500 yen once. There were security guards, so it was very smooth with no traffic jams.
(Original)
R6年4月17日、始めて伺いました☆
ほぼ満開で甘い香りが漂いとっても綺麗でした!出店も多くお茶の試飲や試食もありとても楽しかったです。酒蔵で試飲が出来るようでしたが運転があるので泣く泣く断念…。平日でしたがお客さん多く賑わってました。駐車場は1回500円。警備員がいらっしゃるので、渋滞なくとてもスムーズでした。
Kumamoto, a city located on the Japanese island of Kyushu, is known for its historical sites and cultural attractions. The 17th-century Kumamoto Castle and the reconstructed Honmaru Goten Palace are popular landmarks within the city. Visitors can also explore the Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art, which showcases European works and Edo-period prints. For a serene experience, Suizenji Garden offers a tranquil setting with its Japanese landscape garden featuring a central pond.
Egao Kenko Stadium is a popular venue for live football and rugby matches. Visitors recommend arriving an hour early due to crowded parking and seating. Bringing your own food and snacks is suggested as the onsite options can be expensive. Despite its open design, the stadium offers a quaint and enjoyable atmosphere for watching sports events. The friendly staff add to the overall positive experience at this well-organized venue in Japan.
I went there to watch live football match two times and enjoyed a lot it is better to arrive there one hour earlier parking is always in license office and it was too crowed that we weren’t able to find our place to sit and better to take food and snack by yourself rather than buying there as it is expensive there
Pooja Niroula — Google review
Nice stadium. Good experience at the France v. Tonga game. Being open, it does lose a little atmosphere as noise isn't trapped in by stands. That said, it's a quaint stadium to watch Rugby at. Not sure how I would have felt had it rained though.
Fershad Irani — Google review
Nice stadium! I will keep great souvenirs of this rugby world Cup game there. Everything was well organised. The employees or volunteers were really friendly. But that's not a surprise in Japan I guess! 😊👍
Flo — Google review
Good setup for entry, and efficient bar staff.
Matt J — Google review
Lovely stadium: very good staff, informative and helpful in and outside the stadium.
Only difficulty was very few people around when arrived in Kumamoto station to assist visitors onto the local line to Hikarinomori.
Much better organised on return journey at Hikarinomori station.
Good experience walked over 13000 steps getting to and from the station!
Anthony experience Thomas — Google review
Awesome stadium and atmosphere for France vs Tonga such an exciting atmosphere, the French are very patriotic and great fans!
Troy K P — Google review
Great baseball match
Matthieu H — Google review
Not a good stadium. No backs to chairs. Seats very small. Limited facilities. Should not be hosting world cup games.
Jason Billings — Google review
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2776 Hirayamamachi, Higashi Ward, Kumamoto, 861-8012, Japan
Onta Pottery Village, located about 15 km north of Hita, is a charming vintage village that offers a glimpse into traditional pottery making. The village is deeply connected to its natural surroundings, using river water to grind clay and wood from local shops for kiln fuel. Visitors can witness skilled potters at work in their workshops and explore the handmade pottery studios and shops.
We went on a rainy day so we only went to two shops, but the potteries are so nice, we bought some beautiful tea cups. The shops are unattended and you need to ring the bell if you want to buy. They are professional craftsmen busy working in the workshops, not professional customer service employees, so don't be a jerk going in.
Megan Cao — Google review
Am a potter hence wanted to visit this place to possibly make some ceramics or buy some unique pieces. However, there were probably only 4-5 shops that were opened, with many store owners being quite nonchalant and products were limited. Not as wide of a range as one would’ve expected. Interesting to still see how they pound the yellow clay using the force of the water. Love the cute (and only food store) soba and udon shop!
Wendy — Google review
It is somewhat unfortunate that it was not easy to purchase the pottery because there was no separate explanation about it. The store consists of about 8-9 stores.
Totti — Google review
When art, tradition, and nature seamlessly fuse, the resulting uniqueness establishes an identity of its own. Originality can't be replicated nor transferred; it exclusively resides within the soul of the creator. This is what it is.
Daniel — Google review
Traditional village full of potters. The museum is a great place to start. You can then wander down the road and visit all the pottery studios and shops. Everything is handmade, without machinery. The clay is even pounded by the power of the stream running through the village. Very narrow roads to and from the village.
Kym Textor — Google review
A village dedicated to pottery. Serene and tranquil, located in the middle of mountain and forest. Really nice walking in the village and admiring all the pottery items.
J Seng — Google review
This pottery village is a gem! Totally connected with the natural environment, river water is used to grind the clay taken from the river bank, very fine grinding, the potters move their wheel with their feet, the kilns are built using the natural inclination of the terrain and use the small wood pieces that remain from the local wood shops in the surroundings, I met potters with 50 years of expertise. And the local cafe prepares teuchi soba nooddles. This cafe is almost on top of the river, soft refreshing wind enters from the window and refreshes the air and brings the music of a calm stream. The lady in charge of the restaurant was very kind, loved it!
Elizabeth Morisaki — Google review
Beautiful, quiet and a great range of high quality traditional pottery. Items are mostly 1000yen and up (each). If you know what you are interested in and need a beautiful addition to your tableware, you will find it here. Spend just under 10000yen on 5 items.
Antz Macadamia — Google review
One of my favorite places in Kyushu! Every October they do a big firing and have many wares available. I fell in love with Japanese pottery after visiting the first time around 2013.
The Mikumagawa Park offers a tranquil and serene atmosphere, perfect for a peaceful getaway. It is frequented by many local residents who engage in morning jogs here. Visitors are also drawn to the park at night for its scenic river walk and captivating night views. Although initially unable to locate a public car park, there is now one conveniently situated near the alternative entrance. The location has been submitted to Google Maps, ensuring future visitors can benefit from this added convenience.
(Translated by Google) Irresponsible people say things like "barbecue fireworks are OK," but that's a big lie. Although it's prohibited, it's just unfortunate people who take advantage of the fact that it's in a secluded area.
This is a calm park with great scenery and a place where older people can take a leisurely stroll, so I don't want strange people to come. It's also perfect for a picnic with the family. The restrooms are also clean.
The only drawback is that there is no parking lot. It might be a good idea to park at Kameyama Park and walk. The road you walk up to is also nice.
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無責任な人が「バーベキュー花火OK」とか言ってるけど大嘘。禁止だけど奥まった場所であるのをいいことに残念な人がやってるだけです。
ここは最高の景色と年輩の方がのんびり散歩するような落ち着いた公園なので変な人は来ないで欲しいです。家族でシートひいてピクニックするのにも最適。お手洗いもまぁ綺麗。
駐車場がないのだけが玉に瑕。亀山公園に停めて歩いてくるのもいいかも。歩いてくるまでの道も素敵。
成瀬へんぴん — Google review
The park is calm and peaceful. I saw a lot of locals jogging here in the morning. I have tried to enter this park at night for the river walk and night view. However, it sad tht i cant find the public car park. Therefore, i left and come back again on the next morning. Then, i find a public car park near the other side of entrance. I have submitted this car park to google map and hopefully they will approve it the soonest possible for others conveniences.
yh loon — Google review
A really tiny park overlooking the River
Jonathan Lim — Google review
Good place
Steve Lee — Google review
(Translated by Google) The view is good and it feels good.
The fireworks at the tourist festival are also great.
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眺めが良く気持ちがいいです。
観光祭の花火も最高です。
Good Luck — Google review
(Translated by Google) The view from Mikuma River Park is the best.
On a clear day, the Kokonoe Mountains can be seen in the distance.
You can see up to
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三隈川公園からの眺め最高です。
天気の良い日は遠くは九重山系
まで見渡せます。
jr 9 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The area around the Mikuma River is a great walking course. The Hita River Tourism Festival is held in May, and the town of Hita is very lively. The parade by elementary school students in the city is also very good. At night, a fireworks display is held even though it's a bit chilly.
I hope it will be held successfully this year. I hope it will return to its former bustle soon.
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三隈川周辺は散歩コースとして最高です。5月には日田川開き観光祭が開かれ、日田の街はすごく賑わいます。市内の小学生によるパレードも非常に良いです。夜にはちょっと肌寒い中で花火大会も開かれます。
今年は無事開催されるといいですね。早くもとの賑わいに戻って欲しいと願っています。
Borbon Bernard — Google review
(Translated by Google) Next to the statue of the Kappa named Hita, there is a statue of a cormorant holding a sweetfish in its mouth. It is said that in the Hita region, fishermen have long had a custom of catching sweetfish by launching cormorants from their boats. Maybe that's why I was able to see a lot of cormorants by the river.
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히타라는 이름을 가진 캇파 동상 옆에는 가마우지가 은어를 물고 있는 동상이 있어요. 히타 지역에선 예로부터 어부들이 배에서 가마우지를 날려 은어를 잡는 풍습이 있었다고 하네요. 그래서인지 강가에서 가마우지를 많이 볼 수 있었어요.
Mamedamachi Shopping Street is a charming and traditional area, often likened to "little Kyoto" for its antique and traditional atmosphere. The street is known for its heritage, with shops selling wooden clog shoes and delicious treats like the Sui cheesecake roll. While it may not be widely recognized, it offers a nice shopping experience with various shops and restaurants to explore. Visitors can enjoy a casual stroll through this quaint area, making it a recommended stop for both travelers and tourists alike.
Beautiful street!
Totti — Google review
Nice shopping area with shops and restaurants. The ambient is nice and casual to walk around in the area.
J Seng — Google review
We went here for the festival with lanterns on November 11, 2023. The evening is not typical on most days and I believe shops are closed at 5-6 pm. However, the street is a heritage area though the town is not well known.
Belinda Chan — Google review
It's not so crowded during weekdays. Most of the shops are selling souvenirs.
louisa Sfchung — Google review
Hita shpping street. traditional geda, handmade chawan . yakisoba . ell bowl.
smal area. have a fun. .traditional soyu sake . bicycle rentals from JR Station.
okjo kim — Google review
We reached this place at abt 3+
And most of the shops were either closed or abt to close for the day.
Nothing much to do here.
Cynthia Foo — Google review
I understood why this place is called little Kyoto.
very traditional and antique
Michaela Kim — Google review
Nice old shopping street. Lots of shops selling wooden clog shoes. The Sui cheesecake roll is really good too!
HunkiChunki Ivan — Google review
have nice place to visit for both traveller and tourist. highly recommended
Cheng Silas — Google review
It felt like I was visiting an old country town that regular people lived. Not a tourist attraction. Anyway everything closed before 5pm even the brewery.
Nabegataki Falls is a popular tourist attraction that can be reached by a short hike. This illuminated waterfall is a beautiful sight, and visitors can take a walk behind the falls for an even more immersive experience. The spot offers free parking, but there is an entrance fee of 300 yen per adult and 150 yen per child. It's important to wear good shoes as some parts of the path leading to the waterfall can be slippery.
Amazing waterfall. When we visited it was during the week so it wasn't too busy and we could get some good photos. The walk down is not difficult but has many stairs. It takes only about 5 mins to reach the falls from the car park.
I would highly recommend visiting!
jason o — Google review
The most beautiful waterfalls I have ever seen in Japan. Viewing the waterfall from the cave behind it is an amazing experience! It was so beautiful and peaceful which cannot be truly experienced unless you feel it in person.
The entry fee is 300 per person. Washroom and parking available.
Dil Ashrafi Anandi — Google review
The waterfall and surrounding forrest is beautiful. You'll get many chances to view it, even from behind!
It's a bit of drive from central Kumamoto, but if you have the time and chance I'd recommend to drive there. The scenery and view from the car ride is also astonishing. There is a shuttle bus (optional, adults 300¥/kids 150¥) to get you from the nearby parking lot to the start of short walk (mostly stairs) before you get to the waterfall.
Went there with my wife and her family during the last weekend of golden week so it was a bit crowded. But it wasn't really any problem to walk around.
Leo Johansson — Google review
Special photos can be taken inside the fall. Remember to being yourself a tripod, and set long-exposure for 2 or more seconds for the great photos of the fall. The car park can easily get full during weekends, and you might have to wait for a while (but not too long).
Alvin Liu — Google review
Wow! This place is so beautiful!!
You can also walk behind the waterfall, which is fantastic.
If you don’t take a lot of photos, like me, then 30 minutes should be enough time here. I spent almost an hour here though. I took my time and took lots of photos with my Nikon.
There’s free parking available, but there is a fee to enter the waterfalls. When I went on 13Nov20, the fee was ¥300 per adult and ¥150 per child.
As someone else mentioned, definitely wear good shoes. I had my hiking shoes on so I didn’t have a problem, but some parts can get slippery. Especially when walking down to go behind the waterfall.
The path leading to the waterfall is good and well maintained.
Iwakuni Foodie — Google review
Well worth the drive here! It's a short flight of stairs and you can see the waterfall! You can walk behind it or go down to the flat ground to take some nice photos!
Nicholas Ong — Google review
If no car can very challenging to reach here. And surrounding just this attraction. But it is very nice indeed
S Chia — Google review
One of the best places to cool down the heat in this deadly hot summer in Japan!!! Mostly covered in shadow of trees making the place more relaxing... There’s like a nice and shallow pond under the falls that is very good to make yourself swim (with your kids also!). The scenery is surely beautiful. It is a couple hours driving from the central Kumamoto but is worth visiting!!!
じゅりあ — Google review
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Kurobuchi, Oguni, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-2502, Japan
The Kusasenri Observatory is a popular tourist spot situated at the foot of Mt. Aso in Kumamoto, Japan. Visitors can reach it by private tour bus, car or motorcycle. The observation deck offers breathtaking panoramic views of Mt. Aso and surrounding mountains as well as Kumamoto city in the distance on clear days. There are also two small ponds nearby, which visitors can explore during a short walk or hike up a small hill.
I remembered we reached here at about 4.20pm during the end of October last year. And we spent about two hours plus to wait for the sunset. I chose this Observatory because it is the nearest point to view Mount Aso from a distance. Getting near to the sunset, the colour of the volcanic smoke clouds changed from white to orange red. It was so awesome!
Ong Ben — Google review
There were plenty of parking spaces available, parking costs 500 yen. We visited on a pretty foggy day so we didn't get to see much, but we are lucky to still be able to see the crater. Horse riding starts at 10am if I'm not wrong. We enjoyed the drive up to the Observatory more though! Keep a look out for animals as you're driving up. Also, note that it might get foggy some days, so just be aware and stay safe. I'd say the road up is wider than the roads leading to daikanbo lookout! A must visit place in Mt Aso. (We went up on 2 separate days 1 foggy and 1 snowing hence the pics)
Lee Zi Yi — Google review
Located at the foothills of Mt. Aso (Kumamoto) it is must stop spot for everyone.
Ho to reach:
Private tour bus, Car or motorcycle
What to expect:
On clear day panaromic view of Mt. Aso and surrounding mountains. You can see Kumamoto city at a distance.
You can do small walk to the two small ponds, small hill hiking or horse riding.
There lots of Japanese restaurants available nearby.
There is a museum also of the Mt. Aso.
(You have to pay 500円 parking fee for personal car/motorcycle) if you wish to visit restaurant here
Dhananjay Nikhade — Google review
It can get quite chilly and windy up there during winter so wear something warm. The view is worth it.
Luke Pun — Google review
A very nice place to see Mt. Aso view.
Don't miss to have grilled beef with Japanese rice 😋
Pong Natthwut — Google review
Great view of the volcano. Everything is covered with volcanic ash, you can smell volcanic gases in the air. Amazing experience! There is a comfortable bus to the observatory, but it is worth walking at least one way.
Ela Sz-D — Google review
It's a vast grassland in the mountains.There is a charge, but you can also walk on the meadow on horseback.Especially on a sunny day, you can feel refreshed.
Nd4 Neda4 — Google review
Great active volcano which feels like you're on another planet. You can't go if you have health problems like asthma or heart issues though.
Damian H — Google review
Excellent place to watch sunset.
I went a Winter season so much more Snow on the road mountain everywhere.
Nature Lover — Google review
Beautiful views in the morning. And quite quickly, the clouds came. Small carpark at the observatory but it’s free. Otherwise, huge carpark down the hill but at a small fee.
Ben Chuah — Google review
It's an ok place at best. No loss if u miss this. Better spots elsewhere. Tip: the helicopter spot is free to stop and the view is all yours.
Again, overcrowded with people.
An Koh — Google review
One of the greatest views in this national park. There are several food shops next to this place, so you can enjoy its magnificent view with having local foods.
Kaz Tak — Google review
A magnificent wetland was spreading out.If you lose something, it's impossible to find it.
bsntb 015 — Google review
Nice place, even though you have to come early to avoid the busloads of tourists being ferries through.
Barny Bangs (G. M.) — Google review
Very beautiful observation post. One of the must stop locations if you are visiting the Mountain Aso area.
Many interesting small shops and good selection of hotels
George Choo — Google review
A pretty nice rest area if you are driving along the Milk Road. 南小國町 is well known for milk so went to this mills shop with fresh milk and soft ice cream. The dome place stocks local produce and souvenirs, pretty wide selection.
A Hui — Google review
Great food
segevserper — Google review
Excellent rest stop with great local produce!
Stephen — Google review
Pleasant experience for those local food n vegetables! We can also enjoy those local food like Soba nearby! Recommend to go
Elaine Ip — Google review
Incredible history with Mount Aso. You can walk behind the water fall because of the pyroclastic flow that occurred more then 150 000 years ago. It's a gem in Kumamoto.
Brett Taylor — Google review
Lots of souvenirs to choose from.The oguni jersey ice cream is a must try it is not sweet like the regular ice cream and very delicious 😋
Ish J — Google review
It's some of good and clean rest area to take a break 😴
Joana Dinda — Google review
A good Michi no Eki. Very nice building. Upstairs has local information. Restaurants near by. Shame about the small car park
Fiona Kyle — Google review
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1754-17 Miyahara, 小国町 Oguni, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-2501, Japan
Daikanbo, a 936-meter-high mountain atop the outer rim of the north crater of Mt. Aso, offers breathtaking 360-degree views. Formerly known as Tomigahana, it was renamed by author Tokutomi Soho due to its stunning vistas. From this vantage point, visitors can admire the five peaks of Mt. Aso, the Kuju Mountain Range, and the Aso Caldera.
Most magnificent view in Kumamoto prefecture. I visited lots of national parks all over the world but this view is definitely comparable to them. If you come here in the early morning, you can enjoy a different atmosphere which I also liked.
Kaz Tak — Google review
Went for a stop on the way from Beppu to Kumamoto. Crowded during the weekends. Beautiful scenery on clear, sunny days. Must try the soft cream inside the store.
Arkan — Google review
We went there on a sunny winter day. Excellent walk and scenery.
Mike Lee — Google review
The view from there and the driving way was just amazing!
Super windy so prepare a but warmer clothes
Parking was free
It seemed some (or entire) area closes at 17:00
M A — Google review
Worlds’ second largest caldera which was emerged due to the eruption of mount Aso (Volcano) 300,000years ago. 25km long and 18km wide.
yasas karunanayaka — Google review
Viewing point for the five peaks of Mt Aso. Pretty busy and touristy.
Jason Chuei — Google review
Such a magnificent view - you can see 5 peeks of Aso-gogaku. You can enjoy paraglide if you wish, too!
¥15,000 for 10mins (tandem)
yoshyosh — Google review
Amazing views and great walk. Sit on the bench and relax.
Volodymyr H — Google review
Unfortunately it’s too foggy, wet, and windy on the day we visited that in our mind the question erupted like “Aren’t we emerging into the Silent Hill?” Howbeit, we could still manage to have fun out of it. Worth a visit though!
Mount Aso, also known as Asosan, is a massive active volcano located in the central area of Japan's southern island of Kyushu. The volcano features a caldera with a circumference of about 75 miles and five distinct peaks at its center: Mt. Taka (Takadake), Mt. Naka (Nakadake), Mt. Eboshi (Eboshidake), Mt. Kijima (Kijimadake) and Mt.
Mount Aso is beautiful and the largest active volcano in Japan. It takes about an hour and half to drive up here from Kumamoto and when you make it to the top you can walk around and witness the unique topography created over time. Some parts are lush and green and others look like the surface of Mars. Make sure you check the sulfur readings before you begin your journey because if the conditions aren't favorable the peak will be closed to visitors. I was fortunate to make it to Mount Aso while visiting Kumamoto in July 2021.
Elias Chelala — Google review
Very pleasant experience overlooking the smoking crater. Place was clean, not so crowded, parking was easy, stores nearby for toilets, food and to buy souvenirs. Clean area and horses looks healthy and well taken care of. English translations on historical areas. Too bad some access was closed due to the earthquake.
Toxicwaste920 — Google review
Been to many places in Japan. But this is one of the bests places that you shouldn’t miss. I went during summer and everything was so green and majestic. I did hikes and visited the crater and also summited mount Nakadake. The hike is a bit tuff with need for little bouldering but worth it. Having lunch looking down the fuming volcano crater was a once in a lifetime experience.
The bus to mount Aso terminal costs 650 yen one way from JR Aso and 1300 for round trip. The bus timing are available in website as a pdf. Check if Aso is open or not in the website (google and you will find website). It shows real time situation. All zones were open when I visited. Buses are around 4 times a day starting at 10:45 AM and the last return at 3:55 pm from mt Aso station.
Rahul Kurup — Google review
Mount Aso is an awe-inspiring marvel of nature that leaves a lasting impression. Its towering volcanic peaks and expansive caldera form a dramatic landscape that’s both captivating and humbling. The sight of billowing steam rising from the active crater adds an element of mystique, reminding us of the Earth’s powerful forces.
Christopher Downey — Google review
A must see place when visiting Kumamoto.
Pretty cool volcanic area with a live caldera and astonishing views of Japan’s largest living volcano.
Gas meters in the area will tell you when it is safe to approach. Also available online.
Parking 300 - 500 yen. Can get busy very fast. Better go during lunch time or very early.
Vendors on site selling rocks.
Fallout shelters in the area in case of emergency.
A small visitor center with restrooms and vending machines.
Bud terminal nearby for those coming with public transport.
Souvenir shop at the terminal store has Eki stamp of Aso.
R — Google review
Was very fortunate to be there when it just started snowing. It’s unreal to see the volcano covered in snow. Winter may be the best season to come here. The whole place looks like winter wonderland.
Seah Jia Hui — Google review
This is probably the best mountain in Japan that I ever hiked. One of the route looks like that you are in a different world. On the top, you can see the crater of the volcanic mountain. If you are not into hiking, you can take the bus/car to the crater ( make sure to check the schedule if the area is open or not due to the weather/ volcanic dust erruption). If you want to take it to the other level, you can ride the helicopter to see the top which cost 5,000 yen to 10,000 yen depending on the course you choose. Alternatively, on the way to the top, you can see many horses (which you can ride) and a museum about Mount Aso. This is like a mountain that everyone from children to old people can enjoy as there many ways to experience the mountain. I recommend if you are visiting Kumamoto!
Massimo Burhanuddin — Google review
Couldn't see much of Aso due to misty wet weather. However, it was still majestic to see the wide open field on the crater. Very lucky to be able to visit. Heard it was closed just last week as it was unsafe to enter.
Jacky Goh — Google review
Go! It's a real active volcano. Take a bus from the train station in Aso, they run pretty regularly.
Bruce Campbell — Google review
Definitely worth going. Check the website to see if it’s closed due to the volcanic activity. Wear pants and a jacket as it can be very windy and cold high up there.
J X — Google review
We were able to walk up to the crater the day we visited. There are 4 peaks at Mt. Aso and you can walk to the top of at least two. There are also horse you can ride and a nice rest stop with restaurants near the top.
Jeremy Guenter — Google review
I actually wanted to go to the top to visit the crater of Mt.Aso, but it was closed already by the time we came (around 5:00pm) that's why we decided to stop by somewhere near it. I recommend going to the top to witness the magnificent view of the crater, because it is one of the famous places here in Kumamoto.
夏美 — Google review
Extremely cold and slippery in a winter snowy Mount Aso
Be aware of the weather and make sure the vehicle have snow tyre and chain
We saw so many cars struggling for climb uphill without snow tyre or chain which is dangerous
Alan Ng — Google review
One of the most active volcanoes in the world. A little complicated as to how to access the trekking path. There’s parking where the Aso Sanjo Terminal (bus terminal and shop¥). The left side as you enter seems to be free. The right side with the larger carpark seems to be paid. There’s also a toll road option leading up to the crater with parking at the top. Toll is currently ¥600-800 depending on the size of your car. Or, you can park at the terminal and walk up, around 25 minutes. The walking path is to the right of the toll booth, opposite the large carpark, past the abandoned buildings (the old shuttle bus building is the first one). Crater path is well defined, visibility dependent upon how much gas is coming out. The path on the right as you walk up is more scenic and interesting. Leads to the black volcanic desert. Mostly flat for about 20 minutes, then seems to be a narrow steep path up the mountain, but with the rain and incline, decided not to ascend.
Jason Chuei — Google review
Prepare a mask and check the weather before you go. A nice spot to experience craters in Kumamoto.
Worth visiting.
Alex Nguyen — Google review
It's just super foggy and freezing. Visibility is intimidatingly low! Pity but still a nice experience!
Benny CHAN — Google review
Definitely worth a visit, but make sure to check the crater’s status since it’s constantly changing.
If you have asthma or you suffer from any lung diseases, you shouldn’t get in
The entrance fee was 800 yen for a car
Shirakawa Suigen is a picturesque tourist attraction with a beautiful shrine and natural springs surrounded by lush greenery. The water from the river springs is clear and can be bottled directly at the source. It has a sweet and fresh taste, making it an enjoyable experience for visitors. The Shirakawa spring offers crystal-clear, clean water that emerges from the riverbed, providing an unexpected surprise to those who visit this stunning location.
This is a Beautiful natural spring that is well worth a stop when you're in the area. It apparently gushes 60 tonnes of water per minute.
The area is lovely, it lets you forget about your problems for a few minutes and just embrace nature.
You can enter the actual area where the spring is for ¥100 and refill your own bottles for free, or purchase a small or large bottle for ¥100 or ¥200.
Nathan f — Google review
A beautiful surprise seeing such clear, clean fresh water from the Shirakawa spring
Steve Rampling — Google review
This is one of the 100 source for spring water in Japan. You can see the spring water actually come up from the bottom of the spring and flowing out to the river. Many people go through the pretty spots here. Of course you should drink from the spring. Water does taste amazing. Free Parking available in short distance from the spring on the main road. Recommend to bring your own bottles to fill up with water to take home free. Otherwise you will have to buy from the vendors inside bottles for about $1 to $3 depending on size.
Jung Lee — Google review
It's amazing. The water is so clear, you can even see the water come out from the riverbed. And it also tastes good, sweet and fresh.
lily su — Google review
A natural spring water where you can safely drink. Serene & tranquil. Bring your empty bottles, the spring water tastes very different and sweet.
Pei — Google review
Not easily accessible, most people go by car to visit this place. You can fill your own water bottle free of charge. However, ¥100 is required to enter the site.
Niko Z — Google review
¥200 yen entrance. Multiple free parking areas available. Crowded during weekends. Not worth the effort coming here. Paid area is very small, there is a cafe, shrine and water source area. The water is supposedly drinkable, however with the number of people around and living creatures in the water source, I would avoid drinking it.
Aloysius Thng — Google review
You can consider to visit this if you still have time slot ! You may refill your water bottle free as the spring water is so clean and clear !
teo aiping — Google review
Park your car next to Shizen-an Minamiaso Produce Market and walk to the spring. Next to the spring is a Shinto shrine that has entrance fees. Visiting the spring is free.
Benjamin Chow — Google review
It costs 100¥ to enter, ut then you can fill your water bottle directly at the source, which is very cool! So bring your own bottle or buy an empty one there and fill it with Japan's clearest water!
Beatrice Thorstensen — Google review
In this spot, we can buy a bottle to collect the spring water, then we can drink. Nice. Worth to go. I can see that some shops are already abandoned. Suggested that the tourists visit were dropped a lot than before.
Wailok Lee — Google review
It's hard to find the place if you are using Waze for driving navigation. Use Google maps instead. Place is ok-ish, really nothing to see apart from seeing people filling their bottles with water from the spring. I tried one and it tasted OK. Come if you have time otherwise skip.
Joshua Ng — Google review
As others wrote before - the spring is great and the water tastes good.
We had a wonderful surprise at a little shop at the entrance: for 1,200 yen you can create your own washi paper! It lasts around 30 minutes to do it, and we loved it. There are many various towels to buy at the shop in addition to many washi paper creations.
Aleksandra M — Google review
DIY place.. walkabout, early april chilly air in the evening ... Nice walk if you have time.
C T — Google review
Fresh and clean water directly from the spring. Feel so good in coming for 15 mins.
Garuzo — Google review
Interesting site to see where that spring water comes out from the ground. Entry fee of Y100 for a quick 10 minutes stop. Bring some empty bottles to fill up for free.
DANNY KidSuper LIN — Google review
A really nice spring. The water runs in two directions from the main pool, which is not unexpected, of course, but interesting to see.
Be sure to bring your own bottles to take some water home. You can buy empty bottles at the site, but the price is exorbitant. I would give this place 5 stars if it were a bit less commercial
Andrew Williams — Google review
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2040 Shirakawa, Minamiaso, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-1502, Japan
The Aso Shrine, a Shinto shrine with a history of 2,000 years, hosts several festivals and rituals. The shrine has been restored to its former glory following a powerful earthquake that struck the area five years ago. The shrine was visited in June 2015 before the earthquake occurred.
Shinto shrine in the city of ASO where Sakura trees are planted around the shrine
Nathnicha Tansakul — Google review
The reason I gave 3 stars is because most of the places are under renovation, which we are unable to view . Through pictures, we can envision that it will be a fantastic nice shrine . Hope to come again when it is ready .
Choo HengHeng — Google review
The shrine is a beautiful place, although it’s partly under construction. Went there around 10 am on a weekend and there weren’t people visiting yet. The entrance is free but if you come by car, after exceeding some time you need to pay 100¥.
Anna — Google review
We visited this shrine in June 2015 before earthquake.
Haihong Wang — Google review
Beautiful authentic Japanese shrines!
Amazing for seeing old Japanese craftsmanship.
harrybrecher — Google review
Aso Jinja is quite old and magnificent. It's arround 12 min from miyaji station. We had booked stay near the Jinja. It's in Kyushu, Japan. There are many beautiful places in Kyushu, recommend to stay for 2 to 3 days to cover those places. There isn't much railway connectivity for those places.
poornima h s — Google review
Great place to visit. The temple staff are friendly and will take the time to answer any questions you might have. Seeing the rebuild that they've done is fascinating as well.
Georgia Bennett — Google review
The main shrine was destroyed by the recent earthquake and they are in the process of rebuilding it. Another interesting thing about this area, there are many spring and fountains that you can hunt them down individually. These springs are also located in the shopping district and there are many nice cafe and restaurants you can try. You can go to the visitor centre for more information.
Dan Ho — Google review
A mix of mostly new and some old as the majority of the complex was destroyed in the earthquake. Goushuine only available by the piece of paper - stupid COVID.
Josh Diddams — Google review
Shrine at Mount Aso. Building is still under reconstruction (dec-2022). The shrine hall is very big and grand.
Kam Hoe Chaw (Super Good) — Google review
Very little foreigners come here after the destroy of the main shrine my the earthquake. The damaged parts has been removed and it is now under reconstruction. The shopping street is very quiet and no much tourists even the shops are opened.
* God bless Aso 🙏🏾
Alvin Liu — Google review
A very special outing. Love for cyclists is felt here! Pay your respects and ride safe.
Joseph Whitt — Google review
Actually, this is more of a construction site as we visited this place in May 2021. The original building collapsed and is covered by a big steel construction on which the shrine is printed on. Would only recommend to visit after the construction is done. Then it might be a site worth visiting. Parking is close to the site.
Ralf Blaich — Google review
The place is beautifully restored 5 years after the strong earthquake.
Ish J — Google review
A large shrine complex with a lot of history. Sadly it suffered a lot of damage in the earthquake of 2016. A lot of construction is still going on and will be for some time. It is worth visiting whilst in the area to see the reconstruction, there are large boards around the site showing the process/progress.
Darryl Church — Google review
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3083-1 Ichinomiyamachi Miyaji, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2612, Japan
Shinyaba Gorge is a picturesque river valley renowned for its stunning autumn foliage and breathtaking mountain vistas. Visitors can soak in hot springs and marvel at an observatory while enjoying the beautiful scenery. However, it tends to be quite crowded with tourists, so arriving early is recommended to avoid the crowds. The area boasts delicious local cuisine such as shishi nabe (boar soup) and shika kushi (deer on a stick), making it an excellent spot for foodies too.
Visited on 21/11/22. Whilst the best time to see has passed, there are still plenty of red leaves en-route and near the big parking lot. The viewing platform itself is quite small but you could walk around the area by foot (we spent around an hour taking photos etc). The mountains are magnificent whether with or without red leaves! Driving through the area is such an enjoying experience.
dbajune — Google review
Visited on November 11, 2023. Not sure if the autumn colors had not arrived or were gone, there was not much autumn to see though the small shops alongside the road are quite lovely.
Belinda Chan — Google review
I think it’s beautiful place in Autumn 🍂. I went there on spring on that time it’s only pretty geen. If you plan to travel there it’s better on September or October.
Chandu Gunawardena — Google review
A good but tiny place to see the rocks. Park at the public one and walk for 10 minutes
Thomas Au — Google review
Beautiful, especially middle of november. Quite a lot of tourists, try to arrive early. We ate boar soup (shishi nabe) and deer on a stick (shika kushi). Lovely photo spot. Get in and out before 11.30am if you can.
A river valley and waterfall suspension bridge with views of the surrounding mountains is open to tourists in Kokonoe Yume Otsuribashi, located in Oita Prefecture. The tourist attraction is popular with travellers for its scenic views and clean facilities.
A true majestic place to visit in Oita Prefecture. Plenty of souvenir shops and restaurants are available and clean toilets are available on both end of the bridge.
Jeth James — Google review
Visiting Kokonoe Yume Otsuribashi is rather inconvenient by public transport. A few years ago we decided to join the Kamenoi bus tour departing from Beppu Kamenoi bus centre. The tour was conducted in Japanese only; luckily, the tour guide spoke limited English, so we at least were able to communicate. The tour bus stopped at Beppu station as well as Yufuin bus centre.
I did not find the Kokonoe Yume Otsuribashi that interesting, it would certainly be a different story if I understood Japanese. Nevertheless, I believe it would still be worth visiting if you are passing by.
nizora — Google review
Not too busy and no queues, beautiful views. Decently long bridge and well maintained. Toilets either end. Stick around for a little bit because the mist rolls in and out very quickly so the views change and can become clearer if you first arrive and it is too misty to see much. If you cross the bridge and walk up the steps to the viewpoint there is a little shop selling food that you must also visit! Very cheap and delicious and owned by a lovely woman.
Eve Ranasinghe — Google review
173 meter high footbridge (highest in Japan) with an amazing view into the valley with two high waterfalls. Absolutely worth a short stop on the way to Mt. Aso. There are also some shops at the entrance to the bridge and restaurants which offer local produce.
Ralf Blaich — Google review
The bridge was awesome. Nice view down the valley and to the 2 or 3 waterfalls.
If you have more than 1h time, going down to the waterfall is recommended
Harald Kubota — Google review
Not a bad tourist spot that allows you to walk along the bridge while sightseeing. You might be a little bit scared if you are fear of heights, as the bridge is located 173m above the gorge. This reminds me of the bungee jump spot in New Zealand, perhaps it's a good business to introduce bungee jumping here!
Victor Li — Google review
Kokonoe Yume Otsuribashi bride, Japan’s highest footbridge over a valley. With a length of 390 meters, a height of 173 meters and a width of 1.5 meters, it is the highest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan. From the bridge, you will see a waterfall, “Shindo-no-taki” and “Medaki” which have been selected as "100 beautiful waterfalls in Japan". Buy 100Yen ticket, you can walk through the other side of the bridge. Make sure you keep the ticket for the way back.
Catch the bridge rail while walking because the bridge might be shaking. If you don’t fear of the height, it’s not be a problem. It’s worth visiting this bridge. The view is so fantastic.
Piyawat B — Google review
This bridge has a very commanding view of the valley below. From the bridge, you would also get to see 2 waterfalls (I believe they are the Shindou waterfalls). While the view was really good, I went during winter and the wind blowing through the bridge was very very chilly. Remember to wear warmer clothes and have protective headgear to protect your ears from the wind!
Also, there’s a small fee to get on the footbridge. 500 yen per adult. But for the magnificent view, it’s really worth it! After crossing the bridge to the other side, there are many vantage points where you can take a picture of the full side view of the bridge
Daniel Bok — Google review
Amazing views of a canyon with steep walls, waterfalls, a river, colorful trees in the fall, and all topped off with an incredible suspension footbridge. When it has rained, there are 3 waterfalls; the day I went only 2 were flowing—still cool to see. The signs claim the bridge is the highest footbridge in the world. There’s a large parking lot and a strong CHAdeMO for your EV. Restrooms are clean, and there’s fast food and a shop selling local goods. Numbers are low at this writing due to COVID. Check it out if you’re in the area.
The Japan Dude — Google review
We came after the red leaves have fallen :( but still the scenery of the valley is magnificent and the walk on the bridge is nice. I'd like to visit again when there is full of red leaves!
dbajune — Google review
Interestingly the bridge being 350m long, it still took us 35 mins to walk the return trip! Had to remind myself to keep looking ahead and not down or that the bridge was moving a little because of the wind 😂 ticket is required before you do the walk. Plenty of parking (free).
Andrew Lim — Google review
Great bridge. Highest suspension bridge in Japan. Nice waterfalls and good shop and eatery by the entrance. Only need an hour here.
Chris Titley — Google review
Breathtaking views. An absolute must if you are in the region. And if you go make sure you go to the little restaurant /shop on the other side and up the hill. The food is amazing.
No Gloves — Google review
traveling during Nov'23 from Beppu to Aso and visited this place with the spectacular suspended bridge.
This place is a main tourist attraction and you will see coaches stop by with tourists rushing to cross the suspended bridge to take photos.
take your time to stroll down and back to enjoy the great view and waterfalls along the way.
Worth visiting this place!
J C — Google review
Spectacular views and a fun and simple experience. Easy to access and quick to pay the nominal entry fee and get onto the bridge.. at the end of the day it's just a bridge but it's also one that's about 1,000 feet off the ground!
Grant Ellis — Google review
Beautiful autumn scenery! Don’t forget to go down to the water fall observatory at the right slope at the photo station.
When you cross the other side, turn right and go up the slope to another observatory. You get to take a pic of the entire bridge.
hali317 — Google review
The bridge itself is amazing and it’s a beautiful view. The place is a little out of the way and you can be in and out pretty quick. There is a shop on the opposite side tho
大熊ネギマル — Google review
A scenery where for tourists to walk around.
this bridge as introduction mentioned the longest bridge of Japan with a nicely mountain view nearby. It will charge you JPY 500 per person to maintain the scenery. it would probably spend 10-20 minutes to walk through the whole place.
Allen Yu — Google review
Good view from up there but disappointed there isn't much on the other side of the bridge in December. Looks like there's a cafe or something but was closed (maybe closed for good). Can be cold with wind if not dressed for it in winter. Cover your ears!
R Long — Google review
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1208 Tano, Kokonoe, Kusu District, Oita 879-4911, Japan
Kinrin Lake is a charming location in southern Japan, popular for its picturesque views and morning mists. It features a small shrine and is particularly striking in winter when the warm water offers comfort to visitors seeking respite from the cold. However, due to high tourist traffic during summer, parking near the lake can be limited. Despite this, Kinrin Lake boasts stunning scenery that promises relaxation and tranquility to anyone who visits, making it a must-see destination on any Yufuin itinerary.
I wasn't really looking forward to going here but ended up really enjoying it! The scenery is so nice and the wind is so cool. The peaceful and tranquil setting is very relaxing, I recommend capping our Yufuin trip here if you will be visiting.
Yohan Dela Cruz — Google review
Amazing place. Great view! Check out the photos. A must visit place in Yufuin.
Please pay attention to the super narrow roads in this area. If you are driving a larger vehicle, you may get stuck in one of them and find it is hard to turn around as it is quite crowded.
Pengjun Su — Google review
Came to the lake at 5:30 for sunrise, it was overcast but still serene. There was no one around and even the fishes were just waking up. Loved the water and the tori gate.
Phil L — Google review
Small lake in Yufuin city. The water is super clear, and we can even see swimming fishes. If you come early in the morning, you my experience steam rising form the surface caused by mixing of fresh water and hot springs.
Piyawat B — Google review
The lake is very beautiful, with a view of the mountains. There are many restaurants around. We chose a famous soba restaurant. Sitting and eating while looking at the garden was very happy
Kritanan Sritongtae — Google review
I would not recommend going in the summer, its definitely way more beautiful in winter, whether or not it snows and you can drip your feet or hands in the warm water to get some warmth. Remember it's a tourist area so lots of people visit and parking is limited near the lake.
Carla Petite (Carla Sensei) — Google review
Very scenic for photo taking.
Relaxing walk at the lake.
Weather in the afternoon is very good so can take very nice photos
Dorothy Tan — Google review
The lake is pretty quiet and clean water see though fishes. Nice in the morning. Street shopping village place near by. I like to see this kind of place remaining clean and beautiful forever for people to visit
Mimi Todd — Google review
The road to the lake is narrow, allowing one car to pass each time in some sections. Don't drive unless you have to.
A few restaurants are located by the lake. It's a good idea to grab some food there enjoying the view.
The lake isn't large, and the view is not as good as expected if you visit there at noontime. There is a temple at the end of the walking trail worth visiting, and washrooms are nearby.
You would see a huge cedar tree beside the temple.
C C — Google review
Came on a Wednesday afternoon and it was a bit crowded with tourists. The lake was smaller than expected, and the water was ripply so I couldn’t catch the reflective scenic moment! Highly suggest those who plan to visit to come in early morning for a quieter and better view, as recommended by others.
Yvonne Tong — Google review
It's a beautiful lake, but the size of it is relatively small.
Gregory Su — Google review
It was hopeless to find a car parking on the public holiday so we had a walk from the town centre, took about 20mins. The street was packed and hard to walk due to many people. The lake was small but lovely to walk around.
KK — Google review
Beautiful scenic lake, located about a 15-20 minute walk from the train station. It’s quite small and feels more like a pond. We visited on a weekday in spring, and it wasn’t much crowded. The lake’s water is a mixture of cold and hot spring water, causing steam to rise from the lake’s surface. Unfortunately, we couldn’t see the mist though, as this only happens in autumn/winter.
Maria — Google review
Beautiful lake with mist in the morning right after day break at about 7am in autumn. Really packed with people very early in the morning. No need to buy tickets
Shirley Odelia — Google review
Beautiful place, beautiful view, great weather, pure air and quiet place.
Can give long time to appreciate But I recommend coming in the morning as it will be very beautiful and there aren't many people.
Chanatinat Sokongsod — Google review
The Mog Champ sends his regards.
Kinrin Lake is a beautiful place to check out while you're in Yufuin, I think the weather definitely affects the beauty of it. I was here during a rainy/cloudy time so it wouldn't have been as good as a sunny day but I still had a great walk around it!
There's also a small shrine to check out which is nice cause the torii gate reminds me of Hiroshima on Miyajima Island! I hope many others like me can enjoy their time here!
Mogliest Regards,
Your Mog Champ
The Mog Champ — Google review
Very beautiful lake shore.
Great for laying back for a relaxing afternoon.
A must visit when coming to Yufuin.
Alan Chen — Google review
Great scenery with fogs floating on the lake. Breath-taking. Plenty of small shops and cafes in the area for a nice stroll!
Fi Wong — Google review
We visited the lake for autumn leaves on November 13, 2023. There were many people and cars, but the views were amazing. Parking was a challenge due to the crowd and narrow streets. Going down to the bottom could get 400 yen per day, but we parked at 500 yen per hour before the congestion. There were also long lines for famous restaurants. As our purpose was to enjoy the scenic views and take photos, we were fine not fighting for a parking spot or a meal.
Belinda Chan — Google review
Walking around Yufuin, you would might notice lots of running streams along the roads. Most of them lead to or came from this lake. It’s a tiny lake but still stunning nonetheless. The water was so clear and there’s always a slight hint of mist running on the surface. The main entrance is where all the tourists go through and can get quite crowded but if you walk around a little, you’ll get less busy but equally stunning areas.
Daniel Bok — Google review
Beautiful lake (I did see a little of the famed mist in the dawn). There is a beautiful quiet Shinto shrine on the southeastern shores.
John Teo — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. But bear in mind that this is a very popular touristy place, hence the crowd, and narrow roads if you want to get there by car.
David Lee — Google review
Recommend going earlier in the morning to see the steam flowing around on the surface of the lake. The winter cold mornings brings out the steam more and creates quite a serene and surreal lake of nature.
Ash Teo — Google review
A serene lake setting interrupted with the chatter of tourists admiring the sights! Enjoyed breakfast at Cafe La Ruche and walked the grounds to photograph the cherry blossom trees!
C W — Google review
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1561-1 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102, Japan
Oka Castle Ruins offer picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and are particularly popular during the cherry blossom season. The castle's remains exude beauty, and a complimentary mobile application is available to uncover the ruins' rich history. The amiable staff extends warm hospitality, despite language barriers. Notably, lost items are promptly returned upon request; in one instance, glasses were sent back to Tokyo.
Probably the best castle ruins in Japan. Not just the view but the grounds, how they are laid out and how they are left in a wonderfully ruined state. I could feel how this inspired one of the most famous Japanese songs, by composer Taki Rentaro whose house you can visit in neighboring Taketa which is a nice example of a small Japanese town. The grounds will take time to walk, at least an hour. There's no gate so go before or after opening hours to avoid the fee. The parking lot also stays open.
Tyler Sinton — Google review
Visited in spring and had a wonderful time! The ruins are nestled atop a hill, with spectacular views of the surrounding area. It’s such a peaceful and relaxing spot.
Maria — Google review
A blissful, meditative place with the only surprising (but positively so) sound being a samurai blowing his horn every now and then.
Magnuss Baugis — Google review
(castles visited: 60+)
One of the best castle ruins I have visited. (I drove). The parking was easy to find. Easy to understand map and information (you would be surprised how many castles locations have next to no or terrible information, maps, and impossible to find parking).
This castle was up in the sky. I felt a millions miles high. You couldn't hear the highway below or the city. But see Aso-san 100km away. I could have spent all day up there.
It is just castle ruins, mostly foundation, but it's still mind boggling how they haul this stuff up and build on these mile high sheer cliffs. Getting even a few feet to the edge triggered my very mild fear of heights.
This was a really amazing complex back on it's prime. I just couldn't imagine what it would have been like back in Edo.
Robert Dykes — Google review
A gorgeous castle ruin woth view all around if you near by during april 1st they have a amazing festival
patrick Barner — Google review
Moderate walk and climb. Unfortunately this castle was destroyed to reduce the powerful preglfectures from rising avainst the centdal authority so not alot left to actually see. However the location amd position commands superb views.
Roger Harrold — Google review
Interesting place if you have time to spare. Huge area where you can see nature(trees) and human (structure) are fighting.
Fitrah — Google review
Nice view, can see the sea!
SHIH CHIEH LIN — Google review
This place was so amazing. The ruins are beautiful, and the free app you can download is perfect for discovering the history of the ruins. The staff was really nice and tried to talk to us even though we didn't speak very good Japanese. I lost my glasses there and they sent them back to my place in Tokyo when I asked them to! I'll remember those castle ruins for a long time.
Harajiri Falls is a stunning natural attraction that features a mesmerizing semicircular waterfall. The falls can be observed from a suspension bridge made of wood, providing an immersive experience for visitors. The area surrounding the falls boasts well-maintained walking paths and a visitor center, with ample parking available for easy access to nature. Photography enthusiasts and drone pilots will also appreciate the picturesque scenery offered by Harajiri Falls, while those seeking relaxation can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere away from crowds.
Beautiful waterfall with maintained walking paths and a visitor center. Ample parking. Highly recommend for an easy access to nature. There is also a suspension bridge that you can cross to glimpse at the waterfall.
Dylan Vu — Google review
Very nice water fall, bridge too! Good parking spots. Worth it for the scenic ride from Beppu alone
subnet001 — Google review
A very beautiful waterfall formed from the eruption of Mt Aso iabout 100,000 years ago . It has a drop of around 20 m and width about 120 m . It also carried a nickname “ miniature Niagara Falls of Japan ‘“ due to its horseshoe shape . There’s a suspension bridge near by where you can watch the full view of the waterfall. There’s restaurant supplying good food near by and from the restaurant, there’s a path leading to the basin of the waterfall. Very easy assessable by car . A very magnificent place to spend a few hours .
Steve Chan — Google review
Nice and relaxing, not many people there.
LFI 06 — Google review
A beautiful falls, alongside there is a long rope bridge. I went on a rainy day, little slippery condition yet another level of beauty.
Momotaz Begum — Google review
Nice waterfall. There are food shops and restaurants around. It is worth a visit if you are around. As we went there with a local people who drove there with his car and we made a stop of 30 minutes only, we don't know if the place is reachable with pubblic transportation and what are the activities that can be done around.
maurizio dalco — Google review
Beautiful waterfalls. Great place for photography and drone shots. There is a bridge also. You can enjoy the view from the bridge.
Washroom and free parking available.
Dil Ashrafi Anandi — Google review
Beautiful! The path on the other side of the river is blocked though so you can't (temporarily?) walk the small loop when crossing the hanging bridge.
Bb - — Google review
A very beautiful place with amazing waterfalls. You can go down to get closest spot to take pictures, crossing suspension bridge and walking along the sides with beautiful trees. Take some yummy noodles (next to water wheels), play the water games while enjoying your food. Staffs are nice and warm greetings, they played with my son and keep him entertaining :-)
bb miu — Google review
I though Chinda falls were more impressive even though they don't get as much attention. These were a bit underwhelming compared to Chinda.
Beatrice Thorstensen — Google review
Amazing waterfall with a great view.
Very easy to acesss.
Drone footage cover and quick video link below
https://youtu.be/z_i1YJV71us
Niz Jay — Google review
Nice view, stop by and take some good photo if you come near by 😊
Supattra Sujitwanit — Google review
Lots of parking and facilities. Not worthwhile driving out here specifically, but a good rest stop.
Karl Chong — Google review
Very beautiful and great place to have a walk on a sunny day.
Tieu Ky Luu — Google review
Scenic and quiet area. A distance from the main route. Soba restaurant nearby Y1700 set meal.
G L — Google review
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What an amazing place to visit in OITA prefecture. In rainy season the waterfall became more beautyfull. Its dangerous for swimming in here. Amazing view. You can climb to top of the waterfall.
Nigga — Google review
This is a must visit waterfall. It is one of the best waterfalls I have visited in Japan. The waterfall is big and tall.
Henry Cheung — Google review
Look it not the biggest water fall in the world. But it is a nice little walk around in some fresh air
Roger Moo — Google review
This waterfall also call as little nayagara
Aravinda Wijesinghe — Google review
Not enough promotion to tourist. It is a great water fall
Duck “Donki” Donald — Google review
must visit this place, pure gem
Ajay Pandey — Google review
highly recommending
Sameera Abeysekara — Google review
beautiful nature
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Located in the city of Beppu, Umi Jigoku is a geothermal pool that's home to scalding hot springs. The Eight Great Hells of Beppu can be reached by travelling to this tourist attraction, which features a cobalt blue pool and cafe.
Fascinating first stop on the “Hell’s Hot Springs” walking tour. Large grounds with some beautiful scenery all centered on these amazing natural thermal springs.
When visiting, don’t forget to take a look at the hot house above the main host spring with some lovely tropical lily paddies.
Highly recommended for families with children who will love the themed hot springs.
Eric — Google review
It's amazing. The whole city of Pepbu. There is smoke from the hot springs. Up in the sewer, which house or whose area has a fountain eye? The Japanese government. It is allowed to build astride buildings. and can trade
Jigoku natural springs are very beautiful and wonderful, with blue and red water, each pond is unique.
Praweerata Suksomkun — Google review
The best of the 7 Hells! The blue water makes it look like a turquoise sea, but it is 98 C hot. From inside the building go to the second floor for seeing a photo gallery and a better view of the hot spring area.
Shuan Sadreghazi — Google review
It has beautiful garden with 3 different color ponds in one place.
There’s a big enough gift shop as well as small cafeteria where u can buy some snacks, too.
Noam Park — Google review
It was a foggy, rainy day but our spirits were not dampened to see this crystal blue hot springs. Due to the rain, the beauty of the site might not be fully captured. A section of the path had to be closed off as it was too slippery to walk on. The shop cum historical second floor had a wrap around balcony that allows you to enjoy the view of the springs and trees. My highlight here is the footbath. I enjoyed that!
Cynthia Wee — Google review
It is beautiful hells in #Beppu #Japan , the "sea hell" features a pond of boiling, blue water. In its spacious gardens, there are a few smaller, orange colored hells and a clear water pond with lotus flowers whose large leaves are strong enough to carry small children.
Vince Tan — Google review
Perhaps the most popular of the “hells” in Beppu, this one offers a large cobalt-blue pool as well as a smaller rusty-red one to enjoy looking at. It’s also kind of fun when the wind blows the sulphur-smelling steam over you.
I’d like it if there was a bit more information provided about them, and having to walk through the gift shop to get to the main pool feels a little cheeky, but an enjoyable experience overall.
William Oakley — Google review
Very nice attraction place to see and take pictures of Japan hot spring. The sulphuric smell is strong (similar to smelly drain). Go there during cold season so that the steam or water vapor is nicely captured. The wind are strong at there area. So wear something warm if you plan to visit. *hint: there is free feet soaking hot spring in the area
Nick Koh — Google review
This park is really interesting. The natural hot springs are an amazing natural phenomenon that you really have to see. The foot bath was really nice, and the souvenir shop had interesting things worth buying. The price for tickets and souvenirs was a little high, but understandable for such a unique place. We arrived early in the morning, and there was no line at that time, but as we were leaving around noon, there was a long line. I'm not sure if you can buy tickets in advance or not.
Joseph Williams — Google review
My favorite of all the hells and would recommend. The aqua blue water is beautiful as well as the surrounding landscaping. We just missed the azaleas blooming season as their year spring bloom seems to be a couple weeks earlier than normal.
At the ticket office, one can buy an entrance ticket to a single hell or the entire set.
Saifu Angto — Google review
Interesting place and smells like ammonia. You’d have to pass through the souvenir shop to get to the jigoku. Get the 7 hells pass for 2,000 yen at wander compass at beppu station. It is way worth than paying individually (450yen) for each place.
There is foot bath in some of the places so bring your own tissues or towels if you’d like to use them.
5 of them are in walking distance to each other. remaining 2 you need to take a bus to and honestly you can skip it is nothing much.
I actually went to the other two further away because of the stamp collection which I thought would give you something upon completion as I read on google. But no, I was greeted with disappointment when I got to know the stamped paper was it.
Shi Min Ng — Google review
The blue color is pretty. There is also a greenhouse that is heated with natural heating, and there are lots of beautiful plants inside.
400¥ to enter each jigoku
2000¥ if you have time to go to all! 😍
This one and the blood lake (chinoike) are the best two so if you are in a pinch go to these. Also, the one with the Tanuki art is nice!
Reagan B — Google review
The most beautiful spot in the group of jigoku onsen. The hot water color keep the blue and will become deeper or lighter depend on the weather. Especially, you can see the tropical plants in here. The beautiful season to visit be spring (March, April) and fall (November, December)
Dao NgocTram — Google review
Also known as the “Sea Hell,” it is the largest of Beppu’s Hells. It emerged after an explosion of a volcano 1,200 years ago and features striking cobalt-blue waters. Despite being as touristy as the others, I found it to be more authentic and less crowded. There are also a couple of smaller, red-colored pools as well as a garden, a shrine, and a tropical greenhouse. If you’re short on time, this is probably the only one worth visiting.
Maria — Google review
Very interesting sight of such unique natural wonders of vastly different appearance. Three things to keep in mind: some of the springs are quite far from each other, so total time to see all 7 is about 2h. In the middle of summer, this is a physically demanding task. They try to add shade and some mist machines so it’s a bit less hard but it’s still hard. Price is about 500¥/person/spring but you can get a package deal at 2200¥ for all 7. We decided to see only 3 (the blue one, red one, and grey mud one) and we’re quite satisfied. Don’t buy the package unless you are truly committed to seeing all of them.
Mathieu Dumoulin — Google review
This is a good stop for something interesting from planet earth. You can pay by the location 1/7 but honestly the last two are such a hassle to get to by bus with wait times and crowds I would advise to just skip them unless you can do a cab or have a private car. The site overall is very clean and interesting; its all self guided self paced. I did not care for the crocodile enclosures because I am personally against zoo type environments. The other 4 at the top were all interesting in thier own way. The greenhouse seemed overlooked but was quite nice as well. The wife likes the stamp game for her souvenir book and they were good stamps by her report.
Jay Dubya — Google review
One out of nine beppu’s tour - Umi Jigoku. The zen garden has a magnificent landscape. What is extraordinary is the cool hot spring and light blue. It looks like it’s not hot, but it’s 98 degrees Celsius. It was piping hot. There’s also a red hot spring towards the exit area and mini Tori gates. The souvenir shop is located in the middle of the place and accessible before the light blue.
They have unique souvenirs from candies, biscuits, stationery and toys. The place has a cafe as well, perfect to take a rest from the tour. I got the blue soda drink. It’s excellent and refreshing.
A wonderful and interesting place to visit when visiting Beppu, either for a day trip or a few days stay.
Eds Villeno (Momeli) — Google review
There is a special exhibition in each “hell”. In this most visited “hell”, the special exhibits are royal water lilies, which bloom at our visit on November 14, 2023. The greenhouse is powered by the “hell”. I love water lilies. These royal ones with big green crowns are gems in this “hell”. I was so happy to see these water lilies.
Belinda Chan — Google review
A beautiful onsen that is far too hot to enter, though you can admire it for its beautiful colours and the massive plumes of steam that it shoots into the sky.
¥2200 for entrance tickets to visit all the onsen like this in the area.
Nathan f — Google review
The Umi Jigoku is a relatively larger hot spring park compared to the others. Other than the amazingly huge pool of hot spring near the end of the park which fumes a lot of hot air, there’s also a nice compound showcasing how they grow tropical plants with water from the hot spring.
The park itself is very well maintained and has beautiful pathways. The gallery in the middle of the park is also pretty interesting, highlighting the history of the park and the Beppu’s culture around the spring.
This park is one of the 7 in the Jigoku group. Not all parks are part of this group. You can buy a group ticket to see all the parks or you can buy entrance to each park individually.
Daniel Bok — Google review
Strongly recommend you to bring your own hotel for onsen. Don't bother paying the entrance tickets to cook eggs or steamed bun.
There is a ticket booth on the left side (after the cafe), that's the entrance to the onsen. Walk into the onsen place, pay via the vending machine. Private onsen 60min only 2000 yen. Worth the experience.
Beppu "Jigoku Meguri" Hells Tour is a famous hot springs attraction with themed fenced pools and animal enclosures. The tour consists of two groups, one at Kannawa and the other further north. The Kannawa group includes unique hells like Umi Jigoku, Oniishibozu Jigoku, Shira-ike Jigoku, and Kamado Jigoku.
Fantastic hot spring ponds! Get the book for $20pp so you can see all the ponds. Many gift shops along the way...like 4 at least. You can walk to all of the ponds really. Not a bad walk to the last two, which are a little further away...just take the bus back. You can eat onsen steamed foods at one of the pond areas too...which I highly suggest!
Caitlin Meadors — Google review
Amazing experience for the price. You could enjoy the view of those hot springs and relaxed with a feet bath inside. Recommended.
Peeravit R — Google review
This is probably the most famous attraction in town and could be worth a visit if you have a day in the town.
There are seven locations that you have to move between yourself. 5 are close together and the remaining 2 are a few km away so you need to drive or take public transportation to get there. A couple of the pools were impressive and a few less so. Especially the ones with animals were a bit sad due to the cramped cages.
Martin Lundholm — Google review
No need to buy the ticket for all 7 sites…2 is enough, either main one, or with fish. Don’t spend time to travel from location to the other, whichever pair you go to is enough. If you have kids, go to one with fish. Crocodiles are sad…25 animals in one small concrete pond. Geyser one is boring-skip it. It’s just water shooting up for a few minutes. Nothing else to see there. The red one is also kind of lame and takes longer to get there then see the pond. All in all, it’s just pools of water that you look at. Nothing that great. Pleasant place to walk around, take a foot bath, and buy souvenirs if you need to kill time or take a break.
D Levy — Google review
Credit cards accepted
Free parking
We completed the 7 hellls but there's another two that was not on the list. I wanna visit the other 2 when we come back. My kids enjoy completing the stamps. They feel like they're in treasure hunting missions for the stamps. Lots of walking so wear your comfy footwear
S Z — Google review
Couldn't visit all seven hells. But the place is very interesting. Hot spring foot spaa are also available at some places. Highly recommend for a relaxing time in these foot spas free of charge
Isuru Udayanga — Google review
We liked this place. It has a big gift shop and a foot bath. The cherry blossom tree was booming when we went on March 23, 2024. It was a Saturday, so it was a little crowded but not too bad. There are not many English speakers, but the important signs are in English. I used goggle translate to interpret the signs that we only in Japanese. One of the 7 hot springs we visited on this day.
John Hankins — Google review
Loved it! Absolutely a must when visiting beppu. Only ¥330 from Beppu station and ¥400 to get in. Had a free footbath and some awesome views. Small but still cool to see.
Lauren Dias — Google review
We weren’t going to visit all the locations so opted for the pay as you go. In order to make it worthwhile, you would have to visit 5 or more if you’re going to get the all access pass.
We spent an hour on the first one and only had time to visit one more.
This site was great. Large and had plenty of photo taking opportunities.
Andrew Lim — Google review
Super fun experience, highly recommend going to this one if you have time for only one hell. The parking is free and you can access five of the seven hells from this one parking lot. Umi is definitely my favorite of all the hells! Make sure to check out the lotus greenhouse as well!
wandering totoro — Google review
Probably 5th time to come here, never getting bored of this Tiffany Blue and the dynamic white smoke chasing you around. They have cool souvenirs that you can buy only here like Blue Beer, and they have a glass house with blue water lilies and lilac ones, truly amazing. Then you can find the flowers of the season, picturesque red traditional Shrine doors ⛩️and they serve surprisingly cheap desert and coffee to sit down and watch the crowd. Really the best of all Hells! Bonus is the mini Blood Hell that you can see here and don't need to go all the way to the original one that is quite far.
ADEYTO REX ANGELI — Google review
If visiting Beppu, the hells tour is an incredibly enjoyable way to spend a few hours. The different hells all offer something different in terms of water colour, attractions and scenery; taken as a whole, they are thoroughly enjoyable.
Buy the book of seven tickets at the first you visit in order to speed up entry to the remaining pools.
Be aware that some of the hells showcase animals in less-than-ideal conditions; the white hell and the crocodile hell were quite upsetting to see large animals in very small and sparsely furnished areas.
Gareth Morris — Google review
Umi Jigoku ( Sea inferno) is one of the hot springs created when Mount Tsurumi erupted around 1200 years ago in February 867. It got is name from the color of its water, which looks cobalt blue like the sea
Alfonso Sanzone — Google review
We found the Red Hells nicely done and interesting and worth a visit. The others Hells, not so much.
Cynthia P — Google review
It is a nice place to visit but I think there are so many more genuine interesting places in Kyushu and Beppu hells is not in the top 5!
The hells are nothing special, and it gets boring quite quickly.
I think it could have been designed and planned way better.
Hemaseh Moosavi — Google review
We did all seven Hells and they were very good but also bad. The worst was Oniyama Jigoku which features crocodiles confined into small cages, and one larger which is so crowded that the poor animals lay on top of each other. The crocodiles, obviously, has nothing to do with the hot springs other than the fact that the water in which they live, is partially heated by hot spring water. A terrible experience.
Bull Dogg — Google review
Interesting,worth to visit. One should pay 2200 yen for all jigoku or hot spring. Japanese really develop all hot spring for public interest. It took about 1.30 to 2 hours to visit all springs.
wibul sinthatheeyakorn — Google review
We did all 7 hells and the first five were lovely to see. The last two are a few km away so most people bus it, which means waiting for a while to get the bus, with what feels like a hundred others.
The hot springs were pretty to see, I loved the story for each. The steamed eggs were as egg-spected (giggle). The final hotspring (geyser) was a bit of anticlimactic and most people left after 30 seconds to get ahead of the crowds for the bus.
Overall, I'm glad I did it but not sure I'd do it again.
Kate Way — Google review
Nice little lake to visit in suburban Japan. Visited on a local national holiday in winter. Weather is nice but take a lot of walk from station (takes probaly 15 to 20 min just walk without stopping. There are man pull taxi service on the road. But not sure how much they cahrge
Alex Hsu — Google review
It’s very touristy and in my opinion not really worth it unless maybe you’re already spending a night or two in Beppu. We only went to the first five as the last two required a bus trip (fare not included in ticket). I recommend just buying tickets for the first hell and the alligator farm and not buying the a ticket for all 7.
Joff Cruz — Google review
This is definitely a tourist trap. Lots of tour buses and hence very cramped experience.
PS. Head to Yufuin please. There’s a Ghibli town and it’s free entrance
Joshua Ng — Google review
Amazed at this place, definitely worth a visit! The colours and displays are just amazing. Must check out the greenhouse area, never seen lily pads that HUGE.
Respect, amazing, do visit.
If you're looking for a delicious and centuries-old Traditional Jigoku Mushi restaurant in Beppu, look no further than Jigoku Mushi Kobo. This popular spot is perfect for enjoying your food steamed by the thermal springs – making it one of the landmarks you don't want to miss during your stay in Japan.
This restaurant serves food cooked from the hot steam from the area. It's a totally different experience dining here. Some tourists even try theirs hands cooking in the steamy hot kitchen with a constant flow of boiling steamy water.
ernie — Google review
It was a totally different experience!✨
You get to cook food (which you can select from numerous options : Vegetarian ✅) in the onsen steam♨️
They guide you throughout the process.
Very friendly service though!
As it is a very famous restaurant, the waiting time is 1hr on an average.
So first grab your ticket, submit it on the counter and then you can roam about and hour and come back!
?? — Google review
The super-duper disappointing experience! Firstly, the process of ordering food was chaotic and unlike other typical Japanese restaurants. There were absolutely no instructions. Basically, it was a semi-self-service setup, and the prices were quite high. I initially thought that the food would be cooked using geothermal heat, similar to steaming, which should preserve the original flavors. However, to my surprise, the vegetables had no sweetness at all, and both the dumplings and siu mai were too soggy and soft. Only the corn and chicken were somewhat enjoyable. 😩
Wing Yin Kwok — Google review
Great experience. Choose and buy your dish ticket from the vending machine. The staff sill give you plates stacked in a pile and lead you to the steaming area. They guide you to put the food in and hand you a timer for when its done. Ordered the sea dish combo with a tasty chicken rice addition. Most of the meat and vegetables tasted great even though they were only steamed. Needs to be eaten fast cuz cold boiled veggies are not fun to eat.
Sutirtha Das — Google review
It was an unique experience. Steaming your own food. Food was okay. It was steamed so it was healthy. And the sweetness of the vegetables was nice.
Order process:
Go all the way inside to write down your name and get a number tag.
Order your food from the machine and get the receipt
Wait for your number to be called. Ours took 50 mins.
Collect your food once your number is called. They will give you your food and a timer and tell you your steaming pot number.
Then you proceed to your steamer and steam your food!
There are people there to help you and explain the process to you.
Alexis Yeoh — Google review
Tourist trap. We ordered the seafood set meal and meat set meal. Each was 1700yen. It was WAY overpriced for what was given. I thought we were paying for the experience, but at the cashier, the staff shoved a calculator and a laminated piece of paper in our faces, telling us to cough up another 200yen each. She didn’t even bother to explain properly until I questioned her. Apparently, there’s a price to use their steamers, 200yen per person! It was ridiculous. The overpriced cost of 1700yen should more than enough cover the “steaming”.
Worse, the food items. Basically the shop gives an experience of putting food into a traditional steamer. But that’s it. All the food items are steamed for 15 mins. This meant the meat and seafood were both way overcooked, the hard vegetables like potatoes were not cooked enough.
Sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrot, corn etc were all not sweet. Bland and tasteless. The baby cabbage tasted spoilt.
The rice was nondescript too. It was way too mushy and bland.
Overall, without the bottle of black sauce, one would find it hard to stomach the food.
Conclusion: highly not recommended unless you just want to try the whole “tourist checkpoint” experience here.
Wen — Google review
I really like the food here since it is all steamed. I think you should come here for the experience itself and not for the food! Would definitely recommend this as a must-eat spots when you are in Beppu! It is also conveniently located near the Kannawa bus station - 1 minute walk from it! I came around 5/5.30 and didn't have to wait at all!
Astrid Rahardjo — Google review
Awesome experience to cook the food using onsen steam. The staff gives you instructions on how to open and place the food in the steam oven. The food itself is just okay. Since it is just steamed vegetables and meat I was able to eat gluten-free
pinderu — Google review
There was a long line but we took the number first and strolled around so when we came back we could just enter right away. You can buy the food from the vending machine and you will be able to put it inside the steam. Once you wait for 15 minutes, you can take it out and start eating. Pretty cool experience.
Butang — Google review
Come here for the novelty factor. Self-cooking your food using volcanic steam. Food itself is just ok. Seafood from frozen. Pricing model is a bit odd, with a separate ¥400 steaming fee. Discourages smaller dish only purchases as you want to amortise the fee across more or larger purchases. Should probably be built into food pricing though.
Jason Chuei — Google review
A unique experience to steam your food by utilizing heat from the hot spring. The queue was long with an hour wait. However, you would be given a numbered ticket with a return time. I found it good that we could wander around the area. Beppu is a town of hot springs. I found it interesting to see steam coming up from everywhere and a lot of chimneys making use of the heat underground. About the food in the restaurant, it was average. But I recommend the experience, which is unique in Beppu.
Belinda Chan — Google review
Great experience, a must do in Beppu. The restaurant has vegetarian and vegan options, but the only vegetarian sauce if the ume (plum) sauce, so make sure you ask for this one. You get a number at the reception, order on the machine, take a footbath just outside if you have to wait, and come back to make your food.
The negative thing is that when you come back to give your order receipts to the receptionist, you suddenly have to pay 400 yen for a steaming basket. This was unexpected and honestly a bit strange. I wouldn't expect this in Japan and was quite disappointed by the lack of communication beforehand about this.
However, the food was good, cooking it yourself is a nice experience (don't burn your face when you open the cooking thing) and the price for the food is decent.
Hannah Löwenhardt (HanaVentures) — Google review
A good experience steaming your own food. My tip is to order the food items ala cart. Do not order the 1 person set. Instead go for the naturally tastier food items such as mushrooms with butter, the seafood etc. The plain steamed vegetables will turn out bland. In addition, you can purchase 2 sauces for 100-200 yen. We got the mala and spicy miso, it added to the enjoyment of the meal.
BRYAN POH — Google review
Cool place to visit. The waiting time is long during rush hour. Unique experience to enjoy the steamed food. We ordered the seafood pack and meat one. The portion was not big. Steaming our own food took 15 mins resulting in the shrimp and meat was not tender anymore. However, still a once in a lifetime experience. There’s also onsen water to try.
Mercy — Google review
We’ve been there not to expect about good taste but for experience. This is self service restaurant and I would like to share the process of purchase :
1. Get a queue number from the staff at the counter.
2. Select/purchase the meal you need at the machine. Every order must be on top with a pot cost 400 yen.
3. Waiting for your number calling and give the coupon of the food purchased.
4. To collect the food and food counter. And you will get the number of the pot.
5. Go to the pot number you got then the staff will guide you to cook it.
6. Select the table available and wait until the time.
7. Comeback to your pot to get the food once finished.
OMG! Sound fun right 🤣🤣🤣
Pina Pina — Google review
Get a number from the counter first before getting your meal ticket from the machine. There will be a wait before your number is called, and you can hand them your number tag and meal ticket. After you hand it to them, they will start getting your food ingredients ready and give you steam box number, timer, etc. head to the steam room, and there will be someone there to help you. You just put the food in, when the timer goes off, take it out, that's all. The food is fresh but tasteless, and there is no other seasoning but soy sauce on the table. Bring your own seasoning if you can't it bland food. Otherwise, it's a cool experience.
The Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden is a small family-friendly animal park located on the border between Oita and Beppu with wild Japanese macaques. The monkeys are quite tame and friendly, making it an ideal place for sightseeing in spring and monkey watching.
A great place. So fun, no cages. The walk up is not bad at all. They are fed every half hour so they will come down out of the mountain, eat, play, then nap.
RnV Marty — Google review
Takasakiyama allows the monkeys to roam freely within the park. You'll see them playing, grooming each other and relaxing. The park rangers hold feedings at scheduled times (we saw it at 1:30pm), which is a lively spectacle. You'll witness monkeys eagerly chasing after snacks like sweet potatoes. The monkeys will grab your belongings including your kids.
Nae Kuo — Google review
That's an ideal place for sightseeing in spring and monkey watching. Not so big, you definitely should visit both marine and monkey park for a combo ticket that can be bought from Beppu tourist information center for ¥2550 (even get a 2-way bus ticket with it). The monkeys are quite tame compared to the zoo's cautions, but it's better to follow the rules.
B?o Ng?c Ph?m — Google review
Great if you want to see the monkeys! Visited in early April and saw lots of baby monkeys. Adorable.
Jack M — Google review
Pretty small monkey park. Lots of active monkeys though and they make for some good pictures. You can walk up the hill and walk through the forest where the monkeys are hanging out. If you stay long enough there's also feeding time which is fun to see
Amber Howell — Google review
Note: if you are visiting I recommend getting the pass from the tourist office at Beppu Station that gives you the aquarium of Ickes, monkey park ticket (across the street from the aquarium) and bus tickets for a round trip to the area from Beppu Station.
Went during the first week of August and the park was full of baby monkeys which was a lot of fun. The name makes it sound like it’s bigger than what it really is. Is basically a hill where the top is full of monkeys, still pretty fun to visit and you can spend some time here and then go to the aquarium right across the street.
Leo Garay — Google review
Great little animal encounter. Over 200 monkeys as advertised, but only around 80 are out at any given time. But do note that the animals are truely wild. Some can be pretty nasty and territorial when approached wrong, so exercise caution. My little girl got scared bad when a couple of them shooed her away from their nook when she accidentally stepped in on them grooming.
I would advise anyone with kids or elderly to just spring for the ticket with monorail. The hike up is pretty steep but paved. Doable for those that can partake but i think the small additional fee is reasonable. You get a good view of the ocean from the monorail so that is a great added bonus.
Charles Cheung — Google review
The Monkeys they so kind and polite I never ever see before. In here you don’t have to worry about they gonna take your bag your food etc.
Prapasson Naiyaned — Google review
Really great experience to see the monkeys up close. Most of the monkeys continued with their normal daily activities, but a few were curious and would come up close to the individuals in the area. There were signs that said to not make Eye contact. While in close proximity, you can see that some of the bigger monkeys could be a little aggressive.
Wave Rider Boss — Google review
The monkeys are free and get very close to you.
You have to be careful though, especially with kids
Avihay Barazany — Google review
Fun stop for a short diversion. It was cool to have the monkeys so close. Very cute to see all the babies clinging to their mothers as they went about. I wasn't sure if we'd see anything midday, but as there were food pellets being tossed out every 30 minutes or so there were plenty of monkeys to be seen.
Jack Spence — Google review
Interesting habitat where Japanese macaques come down from the mountains to play and enjoy their reclaimed temple space. A huge amount of monkeys move around and it is interesting to see them play and interact.
The animals are not caged and are free to move around, which is excellent to see.
The ticket price seemed a little high for what was on offer, but still a pleasant visit.
Gareth Morris — Google review
Come over when you visit the aquarium. Good close up encounter with the monkeys troupe, you can see the young ones playing around and the number 1 walking around with his huge balls and pink backside.
Becareful as they take u on if you look into their eyes. fights are regular here.
Wilson Yap — Google review
A must visit if you are in Beppu
The monkeys are so cute
Jae Kim — Google review
There are two troops of Japanese Macaques that alternate to come down from the mountain to this park. The staff feeds them pellets, cleans up after them all the time, etc. There is some buildings, structures and enrichment for the monkeys, but for the most part, they just do their thing. A Japanese guide tells interesting details non-stop. I asked a guard in English about the dominant monkeys in the troops and he was able to point to one. The monorail (slow) is 110 yen extra and the tickets 520 yen for adults. The big girls/guys monkeys do a fair amount of harassing the junior monkeys, etc. I have seen small kids being chased likewise; the signs say to hold your child's hand, probably for that reason. It's supposed to be good luck if a monkey runs between your legs and everyone stands with their feet apart to make it happen. This was a cute, interesting and memorable experience. There is a big aquarium across the highway as well.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of marine life at Oita Marine Palace Aquarium "Umitamago". This bayside park offers captivating dolphin and walrus shows, as well as interactive programs that allow visitors to get up close with these fascinating sea creatures. The highlight of the aquarium is a massive 1,250-ton circular water tank showcasing 90 different species of fish native to the nearby Bungo Channel.
Beautiful place. Beyond expectations. One of the best aquarium I have ever visited. Shows and animal performances are very entertaining and interesting. Don't miss the shows of course! Children will love the shows and learn about many fishes. Audience can sit at the open place and enjoy the show. You can also touch the performing seal. Dolphin shows are also entertaining. One of the unique things I found is that you can find pearls from snails and use them to make jewellery(ring, pendant). It took 20 mins only. There is also restaurant and souvenir shop.
Dil Ashrafi Anandi — Google review
Umitama and dolphin shows are excellent.
Be there earlier than show time to get seats.
Many others to have experience with sea animals.
Myung Yul Jang — Google review
Exceeded my expectations! One of the most interesting aquarium I’ve ever visited. Shows and animal performances were very entertaining and engaging. Audience can sit at the open theatre to get close to and get a glimpse at the performing animals, for example, a sea otter, a swarm of sea lions and a pelican, and their trainers! Animals are very smart and tame. After the show, audience can even touch the performing giant lion which has a rough skin like sand paper! Visitors can also touch and hold live sea stars and sea cucumbers for pictures, which is very educational and exciting. On top of this, there’re rays in the open tanks where visitors can touch and observe closely.
Raymond LAM — Google review
They have walruses! They were trained to perform! Quite amazing.
Another great aquarium.
陳老师Anisah — Google review
The aquarium is very small, has a beautiful view, and is not difficult to travel from Beppu City. There are interesting animal shows. But you should check the show times first. In order not to miss the cute souvenir show.
Chanatinat Sokongsod — Google review
Umitamago is a wonderful aquarium with a lot of English help. Most signs are written in English and the staff is super helpful! The menus at the cafes (both the second floor and the first floor) have English options.
The classical music that plays throughout the whole aquarium is very nice and calming and the whole building just makes me calm.
wandering totoro — Google review
It s a very interesting place, the shows are excellant!
ngaiwa tin — Google review
All of the shows were absolutely amazing! They were funny and full of surprises. There are shows throughout the day in various areas. Make sure you get a schedule of the shows and go early to the ones you want to see if you want to get a good seat and have a good view.
The entrance is a little tricky because it shares an entrance with the monkey zoo which is the main sign. The sign for Umitamago is small so we double guessed Google Map’s instructions at first.
We also found out last minute from the aquarium’s website that tickets are cheaper if bought in advance online. Saved money and time!🙌🏼
P&J Oh — Google review
What a fun trip! There was so much to see in this aquarium and the walrus show was so entertaining. If you love aquariums this is one of the better ones I’ve been too in Japan. It’s right by the water and the view is amazing.
They have pamphlets available on different languages such as English, Korean and Chinese as well. A lot of photo opportunities to be had and places to sit down and enjoy viewing the tanks. There is a parking fee, but not very expensive. There were 2 prices listed, but we only paid ¥420. A lot of souvenirs available in both buildings!
Cat Olaes — Google review
The sightseeing area is large, there are many kinds of marine life, the animal performances are great, the couple has a great day, and the tickets are cost-effective👍👍👍
CK HO — Google review
A must visit if you come to Oita prefecture. There are a few shows per day like dolphin and walrus show.
Tieu Ky Luu — Google review
Great place to enjoy and learn about sea creatures. There are also hourly shows with pelicans, walrus and dolphins. Feel the wet and rough skin of the walrus and the slimy stingray. Depending on how long you take to admire the fish and mammals, it takes around 1.5h to complete the tour. Amazing seeing all the fish, sea lions, penguins and eels.
Remember to get the ticket 2840yen with transport + monkey mountain.
Entry Price 2300yen
Wilson Yap — Google review
Unexpectedly large aquarium easily accessed by bus from Oita city or Beppu. Entry fee is 2600 yen for adults, and it is right next to the Takasakiyama monkey park, making for an easy 2 in 1 trip. Good range of animals on display, including walruses, sea lions, sharks, dolphins, and stingrays. Great place to take the family or go on a date. A cafe is also attached, along with a small children’s play area. Information is mainly displayed in Japanese.
Jacob Newcomb — Google review
Very fun! It was nice to go on a weekday when there were fewer people. Many fish to see, with information next to the tanks. I liked the big aquarium! There are shows for the mammals too.
Cute cafe and gift shop. Friendly staff.
A little expensive for its size, but very fun and cool!