This is a classic tour of Beppu's seven jigoku (hells), which are hot springs that have been gushing naturally from the ground for more than 1,000 years. Each of the jigoku is marked by its own distinctive characteristic, such as the beautiful color of the Umi Jigoku ("sea hell"), the bright red Chinoike Jigoku ("blood lake hell"), and the bubbling mud of Oniishi Bozu Jigoku ("monk's head hell"). If you want to visit all seven jigoku, we recommend getting a joint admission pass that gives you access into all of them.

This is a traditional cooking method that uses the steam from the Beppu onsen to steam food. The hot steam from the onsen enhances the flavor of the ingredients and produces dishes that are healthy and delicious. With a variety of ingredients such as vegetables, seafood, eggs, and meat available, visitors can experience steaming the items of their choice on their own and eating them. Do try out this unique gourmet experience that is only available at onsen resorts.

This wooden arcade shopping street was designed to allow tourists to get to Takegawara Onsen without getting wet from the rain, and was completed in 1921. It is believed to be the oldest existing arcade in Japan. The Beppu bamboo craft lamps, which are lit after dark, create a nostalgic atmosphere.

There are eight onsen areas in Beppu City, called "Beppu Hatto," each with different spring qualities and characteristics. Beppu City has the largest number of hot spring sources and highest spring water volume in Japan, as well as unique scenery of steam rising from the onsen. There is also a wide range of traditional onsen ryokan (inns with hot spring baths) and communal onsen, allowing visitors to enjoy onsen to their heart's content.

This 100-meter-high observation tower was completed in 1957. It is a historic tower with an attractively retro atmosphere. From the observation deck, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Beppu's cityscape, Beppu Bay, and the onsen resort area with the steam rising upward. The facilities include an art museum, restaurants, and karaoke.

Seki-aji (horse mackerel) and Seki-saba (mackerel) are prized fish that are representative of Oita Prefecture. They have firm, flesh, rich and fat content which produces a superb flavor. The difference comes through distinctly when they are served raw as sashimi or sushi.
We also recommend Beppu reimen (cold noodles). Featuring refreshing yet deep flavors, this cool gourmet dish is characterized by chewy noodles and a light soup.

There are several public bathhouses in Beppu City, making it easy to enjoy a day trip to an onsen. Furosen has the largest bathtub of all the municipal onsen, and is located at a convenient spot just five minutes on foot from Beppu Station. You can stop by to take a break from sightseeing and relax your tired body.

YUFUIN NO MORI is a popular sightseeing train connecting Fukuoka and Beppu. The train cars have a retro yet stylish design, and it offers the beautiful scenery of mountains and rivers  through its large windows. Inside the train, passengers can enjoy sweets and drinks made from local specialties.

There are many merchant houses, samurai residences, and town houses that are over a century old in Ukiha, and the city is dotted with inns that have been renovated from quaint kominka (old Japanese houses). Have a leisurely time in a calm, Japanese atmosphere surrounded by the warmth of old-fashioned wooden architecture.

The observation deck on the north side of this Roadside Station offers a panoramic view of the vast Tsukushi Heiya plains, making it a sightseeing base of Ukiha. Ukihako is an adjoining facility for interaction and exchanges, and electric-assist bicycles are also available for rental there.

Ukiha is a city where fruit cultivation flourishes so much so that it has been called the "Fruit Kingdom." Enjoy picking delicious fruits that vary each season, such as strawberries in spring, grapes and blueberries in summer, and persimmons and pears in autumn. There are also stores in the city where you can enjoy sweets made from seasonal fruits!

For lunch, we recommend Tonari no Gohan, a limited-quantity set meal made with plenty of local vegetables and fruits from Ukiha. The menu also includes yakuzen curry (a medicinal curry that incorporates traditional herbs and spices), hayashi rice, and sweets made with a particular focus on Japanese ingredients.

Located in Jogahana Park, this shrine is famous for its sando (approach) lined with a series of vermilion-colored torii (gates). The shrine is dedicated to the gods of prosperity in business, bountiful harvests, sake brewing, health, longevity, and learning. As it is located halfway up the mountain, the sando is a scenic spot that offers magnificent sweeping views of the Ukiha countryside and the Chikugo Heiya plains.

Remember to look for gifts and mementos at the local specialty center, which offers fresh produce harvested locally as well as homemade delicacies.