Travel / Tourism Spots in Oita Area
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- Iichiko Hita Distillery
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4.019 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Hitashi Nishiarita 810-1
- A shochu distillery located in Nishiarita, Hita City. The production and storage facilities to produce Iichiko barley shochu are open to the public for free, so visitors can watch the distillery’s tanks and distillation equipment in action. There’s also a tasting section where visitors can try and also purchase limited run liquors.
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仕込みや蒸溜が数か所に渡って見学できるゆったりとした場所。ビデオでの製造工程フォローや、中国韓国の方向けに記念撮影スペースもあったりして楽しい。見学のあとはお楽しみの試飲へ。森の中をゆっくり歩いて到着します。常圧と減圧の焼酎を飲み比べできて最高でした。
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- Higashi Shiiya Falls
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4.032 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Usashi Ajimumachihigashishiya
- "A waterfall located in Higashishiiya, Ajimu-machi, Usa City. Dropping straight down 85 meters, the waterfall resembles Kegon Falls in Nikko and is thus also known as the ""Kyushu Kegon."" The falls contrast beautifully with the surrounding spring verdure and autumn foliage of the vally and has even been chosen as the 100 elections of the waterfall in Japan."
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We cycled here from Beppu having brought our tandem with us to Japan. It’s a slow uphill climb but the incline never becomes very steep it’s just constant. 2 km from the main road at a well signed...
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- Roadside Station Kamae
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4.018 Reviews - Transportation
- Oita Pref. Saikishi Kamaekamaeura 5104-1
- A roadside station with a takeout counter standing on Prefectural Route 37 in Kamaeura, Kamae, Saiki City. The station sells coffee, soft serve ice cream, and a variety of fried foods made with Kamae seafood, including Ise-ebi spiny lobster cream croquettes, Buri-katsu (Japanese amberjack cutlet) burgers, squid, octopus, and surimi fish paste. There are also a farmer’s market and restaurant in the station.
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道の駅というよりはやや大きめな商店といった感じでした。 周辺で養殖しているブリを前面に押し出してるようでブリTシャツも販売してました。 販売されてるのは海鮮系中心であとは工芸品や土産物でした。のどかな田舎町という感じで夏場に来れば楽しめそうな気がします。
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- Oita Prefectural Museum of History
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4.527 Reviews - Leisure / Hobbies
- Oita Pref. Usashi Takamori Kyotozuka
- Located inside the Usa Fudoki no Oka history park, the museum preserves and exhibits materials with a focus on Cultural Properties connected to Oita. Visitors can view full sized models of the Fuki-ji Temple and Usuki Stone Buddhas, designated National Treasures, as well as artefacts excavated from Mengahira Tomb. The nearest bus stops are Oitakenritsu-rekishihakubutsukan-mae and Fudoki-no-oka-iriguchi.
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We visited Ooita Prefectural Museum of History opened in 1998 to get some background knowledge of the places we intended to visit. It certainly was worth the three hundred ten yen admission fee. In...
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- Showa no Machi Museum
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4.07 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Bungotakadashi Chuoudori 691
- A museum located in Chuodori, Bungotakada City. Operating out of a former Oita Union Bank building built in 1933, the museum contains exhibits such as chronologies and everyday items used during Japan’s bygone Showa period (1926–1989). Entry is free and visitors can learn about Japanese lifestyles and history during the Showa period. The museum also rents retro Showa period Western-style clothing and visitors can walk the streets of Bungotakada, which still retain strong traces of the Showa period, dressed in “period-appropriate” fashion.
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今回ここを訪れるのは２回目なのですが、昭和の時代の品々が所狭しと並べられていて、懐かしさがこみ上げてきました。
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- Sekizaki Kaisei-kan
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4.028 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Oita-shi Saganoseki 4057-419
- A scenic overlook and astronomical observatory located on the eastern edge of Oita City in Saganoseki. The astronomical observatory is outfitted with a 60-centimeter reflecting telescope and here visitors can observe seasonal astronomical phenomena, as well as the sun and bright stars during the day, and a glittering night sky in the evening. The scenic overlook commands a sweeping view of the Hoyo Strait; there's also a museum area with space-themed exhibits such as meteorites gathered at the south pole, and exhibits on the nearby ocean; a shop; and a restaurant. In addition, events such as astronomical observation and crafting classes are held here.
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道の駅佐賀関から近そうだったのでレンタカーで向かってみました。 往路は山の中を抜ける狭く曲がりくねった道路で場所によっては対向車が来たらすれ違うのに苦労しそうです。復路は眺めの良さそうな海沿いの道路を選択しましたがこれが大失敗、山の中の道路以上に狭くて対向車が来たらアウトで２度もバックしました。確かに海沿いで昼間なら景観は良いのですがガードレールが無い箇所もあるので危険です（夜間通行は絶対に避ける...
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- Harajiri Falls
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- Oita Pref. Bungoonoshi Ogatamachiharajiri 936-1
- This is an impressive waterfall 20 meters high and 120 meters wide is counted among Japan’s top 100 waterfalls and Oita Prefecture’s top 100 scenic beauties. It is unusual in that it appeared from the ground so suddenly, created 90,000 years ago with the eruption of Mt. Aso and the subsequent pyroclastic flow. It is also called the “Niagara of the Orient.” A suspension bridge spans the front and it is possible to walk close to the falling waters.
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- Isshinji Temple
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4.013 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Oitashi Megusuno 1305
- A Buddhist temple located in Megusono, Oita City. The temple was established in 1963 by a Buddhist monk, Abe. The grounds contain a 20-meter tall statue of Acala, the largest in Japan: and a 17-meter tall statue of Bhaisajyaguru. The temple’s grounds are also the best place to view double-flowered cherries in western Japan and are planted with some eight varieties of double-flowered cherry tree. The temple holds a double-flowered cherry blossom festival in April.
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他の人の口コミにもありましたが、大音量の音楽がうるさいです ボタン桜の花は、とってもキレイで、境内も広くて起伏があるので、駐車場から、結構歩きます 野球球団に、ご親戚がいるせいか、あまりお寺らしさは、ないかな？
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- Kyushu Electric Power Hacchobaru Pavilion
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4.025 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Kusugunkokonoemachi Yutsubo Hatchohara 601
- A museum adjoining the Hatchobaru Power Plant in Yutsubo, Kokonoe Town, Kusu County, Oita Prefecture. The museum contains exhibits which use informational panels and videos to explain the mechanisms behind geothermal power generation. The facility also offers a 60-minute guided tour of the power plant and museum, giving visitors the chance to see the largest geothermal power plant in Japan.
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九電の発電所内にある訪問者用の施設。この展示館の先は広い発電所になっている。ここでの地熱発電の仕組みなどを、説明してもらえる。
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- Rentaro Taki Memorial Museum
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4.026 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Taketa-shi Taketa 2120-1
- "A museum located in Taketa, Taketa City. The museum operates out of the estate where musician Rentaro Taki, composer of the famous song ""Kojo no Tsuki (The Moon Over the Ruined Castle),"" lived for two years up to the age of 14. The museum contains exhibits concerning the life of Taki, including handwritten music scores, letters, photographs, and images."
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Bungotaketa is strongly associated with Taki Rentaro, a famous composer. As he was young, he spent about two years in this house, and it is now transformed into a museum. The house itself is very...
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- Yufuin Forest of Fantasy Artegio
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4.023 Reviews - Leisure / Hobbies
- Yufuin Oniten, Oita Prefecture 1272-175 Kawakami
- An art museum located on the grounds of the Sanso Murata in Yufuincho Yufu City, Oita Prefecture. The museum collects and displays artworks relating to music and music flows constantly throughout its halls. The stylish, bright white interior design is a must-see. Visitors can freely read some 1,000 books on music and painting in the library on the first and second floors. There is also a chocolate shop and café in the museum where visitors can enjoy a beverage with some chocolate or a slice of cake.
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A small but charming art gallery located to the east to Yufuin. In fact, The whole neighbourhood is like an artistic community, with different types of art museums, galleries, cafes, shops...
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- Beppu Tower
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- Oita Pref. Beppushi Kitahama 3-10-2
- This symbol of Beppu was completed in 1957, and is one of six sister towers. From the 17th floor observation deck one can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from Beppu Bay to Beppu City. In 2007 it was registered as one of Japan’s Tangible Cultural Properties.
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- Roadside Station Asaji
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3.526 Reviews - Transportation
- Oita Pref. Bungoonoshi Asajimachitaizako 1018-1
- A roadside station situated along the Higo Highway in Itaizako Asaji-machi, Bungo-ono City. Here visitors can buy fresh, local agricultural products; processed foods like dried shiitake mushrooms; and side dishes like wild boar meat stewed in black tea. The adjoining restaurant serves dishes such as the “Asajin-don,” a rice bowl topped with locally raised Japanese beef.
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地元のお餅やオリジナルお菓子が販売されてます。大判焼きみたいなお菓子はたくさん買っている人がいました。（目の前で売り切れちゃった）
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- Roadside Station Mie
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3.513 Reviews - Transportation
- Oita Pref. Bungoonoshi Miemachimiyano 2791-1
- A roadside station situated along National Route 326 in Miyano, Mie-machi, Bungo-ono City. Facilities include a shop selling local agricultural and specialty products; a Chinese restaurant serving dishes made with fresh vegetables; a ramen restaurant; a Japanese restaurant; and a “yoshoku” Japanese-style Western food restaurant. There’s also a free dog park. Located on a hill, visitors can enjoy a well-known view seen as a symbol of Bungo-ono called Enaido no Kei.
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大分市内から豊後大野方面に向かう国道３２６号線沿いにある道の駅です。ちょっと施設は古いのですが、駐車場は広くゆっくりとできます。高台にあるこの場所から眺める大野川と田園風景は、一度観る価値がありますよ。竹田や久住高原方面に向かう途中に寄ってみましょう。
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- Dagashiya no Yume Museum
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4.022 Reviews - Leisure / Hobbies
- Oita Bungotakada-shi Shinmachi 1007-5 Showa Roman Kura
- "This museum operates out of an old storehouse redolent with the atmosphere of Japan's bygone Showa period. A ""dagashiya"" is a type of small, cheap candy/toy shop found all over Japan, and this museum's standing exhibition of some 50 thousand items primarily consists of toys sold at dagashiya in the late 1950s and early 60s. For those who lived it, the museum will bring waves of nostalgia, while for those who didn't, the items on display will seem novel and unique. Both types of people will find time going by in an instant as they view the various retro exhibits. In addition, the museum offers a free, multilingual audio guide you can access from your smartphone. At this rare facility, you can feel like you've gone back in time to Showa Japan."
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昭和のグッズが所狭しと展示されています。駄菓子屋までは無料で入場可能ですが、駄菓子屋の先からは有料になります。平成生まれの人も昭和生まれの人も楽しめるスポットなので、是非ともチケットを購入されて入場されることをオススメいたします。
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- Iwashita Collection
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4.511 Reviews - Leisure / Hobbies
- Oita Pref. Yufushi Yufuinchoukawakita 645-6
- A museum situated along Prefectural Route 216 in Kawakita, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City. The museum displays a diverse collection of vehicles and other items gathered by the owner over a 30-year span. 200 rare vintage motorcycles from Japan and around the world are displayed in the World Motorcycle History Hall. Visitors will find toys, posters, and other pop culture items dating to Japan’s bygone Showa period (1926-1989) in the Showa Retro Hall. Antiques from Europe and North America are on display in the Stained Glass and Antiques corner.
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For us motorbikers this was a very interesting collection which, apart from the huge assortment of things from the 20th century, had some excellent motorcycles. The collection included two beautiful...
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- Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center
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4.518 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Beppushi Higashisouen Town 8-3
- Come see displays of traditional Oita handiwork and this display center for Beppu Bamboo Works. There are a lot of works on display to appreciate including traditional daily goods and flower baskets as well as modern interior pieces made by skilled traditional craftsmen and even pieces made by Beppu's own formerly Living National Treasure, Shouno Shouunsai. With at least a week's prior reservation you can try your own hand at weaving bamboo into baubles or baskets. At the Museum Shop and Cafe, which opened in 2018, you can purchase bamboo goods or enjoy a coffee or other beverage. The nearest bus stop is Hikarinosono Mae or Takezaiku Densankaikan Mae.
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This small museum shows what can be done with bamboo. Its really beautifully done, with a lot of love for details. And its pretty amazing to see what bamboo artists did or do create from this plant.
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- Oita Gokoku Jinja Shrine
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4.020 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Oitashi Maki 1371
- A Shinto shrine located in Maki, Oita City. The shrine was founded in 1875 to enshrine those warriors who died in the Saga Rebellion the previous year. Thereafter, the shrine also came to be used to enshrine those who fell in the Satsuma Rebellion and the Shinpuren Rebellion, then those who died in wars from the First Sino-Japanese War onward. The temple’s grounds are a renowned destination for viewing plum and cherry blossoms in spring. A scenic lookout on the grounds also boasts a sweeping view of Oita City.
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物悲しくも穏やかに雄大に厳かな葬礼を誇ります。 参拝に幾度も行きます。 先輩方の鎮魂は後輩の輩共の役目。 社会的責務を忘れない為に年１-２回訪れています。
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- Hita Gion Yamaboko Kaikan
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4.018 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Hitashi Kuma 2-7-10
- A museum located in 2 Chome Kuma, Hita City. The museum contains exhibits on the stunning parade floats used in the Hita Gion Festival, which has been a designated National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. The festival is also included in the “Yama, Hoko, Yatai, Float Festivals” in Japan that have been added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Visitors can view decorative festival floats as well as examples of the elaborately decorated curtains which are hung from them.
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旅館から近かったので、寄ってみました。中には鮮やかな山鉾が並んでいて、迫力がありました。2階からも見ることができ、高さを実感できます。これらが街を練り歩く姿を見たいと思いました。
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- Furen Stalactite Groto
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4.017 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Oita Pref. Usukishi Notsumachitomari
- "A limestone cave located in Tomari, Notsu-machi, Usuki City. Discovered in 1926, the cave is 500 meters deep and has been designated a National Natural Monument. Largely unaffected by external influences like weathering caused by the outside air, the interior of the cave is a beautiful, lustrous almost pure white. Visitors to the cave can view 21 picturesque groupings of stalagmites including stalactites with names like the ""Tenjokai (celestial world),"" ""Remyokaku (miracle tower),"" and ""Zuiun-no-taki (waterfall of auspicious clouds)."""
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鍾乳洞は全国にありますが、ここは特に美しいのに人が少なくておすすめです。入口の建物も昭和感があって面白いです。
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A trip to Oita is tantamount to a long soak in the Beppu baths. The mountainous, coastal prefecture of Oita is renowned for having more onsen than any other prefecture in Japan, most of which lie in the city of Beppu on the west coast of Kyushu, recognizable by its pungent sulphuric aroma and the clouds of steam that puff up across the hillside. Away from the Beppu hot springs await mountains, waterfalls, and temples, so don’t hesitate to explore Oita a little further.
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