What to do in Oita Prefecture
Activities, attractions and tours
Visit Oita Prefecture
Top places to visit
1. Hells of Beppu
2. Kijima Kogen Park
3. Takegawara Onsen
4. Kinrin Lake
5. Beppu Tower
What to do in Oita Prefecture
Popular places to visit
Hells of Beppu
Gaze at the menacing steam and bubbling mud pits around these otherworldly hot springs, where you’ll find crocodiles, steamed desserts and geyser eruptions.
Kijima Kogen Park
Take an exciting ride on Japan’s first wooden roller coaster and other traditional fairground rides at a theme park set in the foothills of Mount Tsurumi.
Takegawara Onsen
An elegant façade and gabled roof welcome you to a relaxing haven, where you can soak in a thermal tub and be covered in heated sand.
Kinrin Lake
The picturesque emblem of Yufuin, this geothermal lake has a remarkable beauty that is best appreciated when the air is chilly.
Beppu Tower
The third-oldest tower in Japan glows in bright colors at night, while its viewing platform offers unobstructed vistas of mountains and sea.
Beppu Park
Hike through the bamboo forest, marvel at the lanterns and enjoy a picnic beneath a cherry blossom tree in this hilly park in central Beppu.
Mount Yufu
A long hike up the volcano pays off, both from the beauty of the walk and the stunning sea and valley views from the peak.
African Safari
Why not visit the animals who live at African Safari and see why this is a popular attraction in Usa? Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.
Harmony Land
Bring the family to Harmony Land and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Hiji. Wander the seaside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Explore areas of Oita Prefecture
Yufuin Onsen
Experience the very relaxing Japanese custom of communal bathing in a hot spring onsen at the foot of Mount Yufu.
Miyakomachi
Though Miyakomachi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like JR Oita City and Oita Prefectural Art Center.
Saganoseki
While visiting Saganoseki, you might make a stop by sights like Sekizaki Observatory and Nippokaigan Quasi-National Park.
Niagemachi
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Niagemachi. You might want to make time for a stop at Funai Castle or Oita Castle Ruin Park.
Kamegawa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kamegawa and surrounding area, you can visit Hyotan Hot Spring and Blood Pond Hell Hot Springs.
Tsurusaki
While Tsurusaki may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oita Big Eye Stadium and JR Oita City.
