📝 Articles about Oita
Bungo Beef, a Brand Wagyu Prized for Fine Marbling
Bungo beef is Oita brand wagyu raised in rich nature, prized for its fine marbling and mel…
Usuki Fugu, Exquisite Pufferfish in a Castle Town
Usuki fugu is the pride of the historic castle town of Usuki, offering translucent thin-sl…
Kabosu, a Refreshing Citrus that Elevates Any Dish
Kabosu is Oita most famous citrus, grown here in overwhelming share, whose bright acidity …
Hita Yakisoba, Crispy Griddled Noodles from a Water Town
Hita yakisoba is fried noodles griddled until crisp, with crunchy bean sprouts, a beloved …
Ryukyu, a Marinated Fish Dish Born in Fishing Towns
Ryukyu is an Oita specialty of fresh fish marinated in a sweet-savory sauce, delicious ove…
Hiji Shiroshita Karei, a Prized Flatfish Raised by Pure Springs
Shiroshita karei is a prized flatfish from Hiji, raised where pure spring water meets the …
Yaseuma, a Rustic Sweet of Flat Noodles and Soybean Flour
Yaseuma is an Oita treat of flat wheat noodles coated in sweet roasted soybean flour and s…
Dango-jiru, a Rustic Miso Stew with Flat Wheat Noodles
Dango-jiru is an Oita comfort dish of wide wheat dumplings simmered in a miso-based soup w…
Beppu Reimen, Chewy Cold Noodles from the Hot Spring Town
Beppu reimen is a local noodle dish born in the hot spring town of Beppu, known for its th…
Toriten, the Chicken Tempura Soul Food of Oita
Toriten is battered and fried chicken beloved across Oita. Enjoy its light coating and tan…
Sujiyu Onsen: Highland Baths Famed for Cascading Water
At the foot of the Kuju range, Sujiyu is known for its powerful cascade baths at the utase…
Hita Onsen: Riverside Baths of the Water Town
Along the Mikuma River in the water town of Hita, this spring offers houseboats, cormorant…
Amagase Onsen: Riverside Baths in a Scenic Valley
In Hita City, Amagase is known for open air baths beside the Kusu River, prized for its su…
Nagayu Onsen: One of Japans Finest Carbonated Springs
In Taketa City, Nagayu is known for its rare high concentration carbonated water, whose fi…
Yunohira Onsen: A Healing Village of Stone Slopes
With roots in the Edo period, Yunohira is famed for its charming stone paved slope and the…
Yufuin Onsen: A Beloved Town Beneath Mount Yufu
Spread at the foot of Mount Yufu, Yufuin charms with stylish cafes, craft shops, and Lake …
Beppu Jigoku Meguri: A Tour of Colorful Hells
From the cobalt blue Umi Jigoku to the crimson Chinoike Jigoku, this Beppu classic lets yo…
Myoban Onsen: Milky Baths Among Bloom of the Bath Huts
Set on high ground, Myoban is famed for its thatched bath crystal huts, milky sulfur water…
Kannawa Onsen: A Retro Village Draped in Steam
A leading district of the Beppu Hatto, Kannawa charms with steam drifting over stone alley…
Beppu Onsen: Japans Greatest Hot Spring City
Wrapped in rising steam, Beppu boasts the largest number of springs and volume of hot wate…
Usuki Stone Buddhas and Castle Town History Walk Course
A leisurely stroll through Usuki, visiting the national treasure stone Buddhas and the whi…
Kunisaki Peninsula Rokugo Manzan Buddhist Villages Course
A history course through the Kunisaki Peninsula, visiting cliff-carved Buddhas and old tem…
Kuju Mountains and Yamanami Highway Scenic Drive Course
A drive along the Yamanami Highway with sweeping views of the Kuju mountain range, enjoyin…
Yufuin Yunotsubo Street and Kinrin Lake Stroll Course
A stroll through the popular resort of Yufuin, tasting treats on Yunotsubo Street and enjo…
Beppu Hells Tour and Onsen One-Day Course
A classic one-day plan through Beppu, touring the colorful Jigoku hot springs and soaking …
Mitake Shrine, a Hidden Power Spot of Bungo-ono Embraced by Greenery
Set amid the nature of Kiyokawa in Bungo-ono, Mitake Shrine is a quiet old shrine said to …
Hayasuhime Shrine, a Hidden Power Spot of Saganoseki with a Sacred Sword Legend
In the port town of Saganoseki in Oita City, Hayasuhime Shrine enshrines a sacred sword ti…
Tennenji Temple, a Hidden Power Spot of Bungo-takada and Sacred Site of Rokugo Manzan
At the foot of rocky peaks in Bungo-takada, Tennenji is a sacred site with thirteen centur…
Jinkakuji Temple, a Hidden Power Spot of Bungo-ono and a Mountain Temple of Rhododendrons
Standing high on a mountain in Bungo-ono, Jinkakuji is a thousand-year-old temple counted …
Renjoji Temple, a Hidden Power Spot of Bungo-ono with a Thousand Healing Buddhas
Standing in the hills of Bungo-ono, Renjoji is one of the oldest temples in Oita, fondly c…
Asami Hachiman Shrine, Guardian of Beppu Hot Springs and a Hidden Power Spot for Fortune and Love
Watching over the hot-spring town, Asami Hachiman Shrine is the chief guardian shrine of B…
Monjusenji Temple, a Hidden Power Spot of Kunisaki and One of the Three Great Monju Temples
At the foot of Mount Monju on the Kunisaki Peninsula, Monjusenji is an ancient temple coun…
Oike Spring Group, a Hidden Power Spot at the Foot of Mount Kuro and a Forest of Famous Water
At the foot of Mount Kuro in Yufu, the Oike Spring Group is a sanctuary of crystal-clear w…
Unagihime Shrine, a Hidden Power Spot of Yufuin and a Forest of Matchmaking
Within walking distance of Yufuin Station, Unagihime Shrine is a historic shrine wrapped i…
Komo Shrine in Nakatsu, a Quiet Power Spot and Ancestral Shrine of Usa Jingu
Tucked away in Nakatsu, Komo Shrine is revered as the ancestral shrine of Usa Jingu, head …
Oita Winter Travel 2026: Beppu Onsen, Snowy Yufuin & Kuju Highland
大分の冬の楽しみ方を紹介。由布院雪景色・別府温泉・九重高原など、冬ならではの体験が待っています。…
Oita Autumn Foliage 2026: Kuju Mountains, Yufuin & Yabakei
大分の紅葉スポットを厳選紹介。耶馬渓・九重連山・湯布院など、秋の絶景をお楽しみください。…
Oita Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots
Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Oita. Spring sakura viewing guide with…
Oita Local Gourmet Guide: Toriten (Chicken Tempura)
Discover Oita''s unique local cuisine including とり天. A food lover''s guide to the best loc…
Rainy Day in Oita: Best Indoor Spots & Activities
Don't let the rain stop you in Oita! Discover top indoor attractions including 別府温泉, 臼杵石仏,…
Oita Food Guide: Tori-ten, Ryukyuu & Shiroshita Karei
Oita's food scene features tori-ten chicken tempura, the fisherman's marinated rice bowl r…
Beppu Onsen in Winter: Snow Views and Illuminated Hell Tour
Winter Beppu offers a magical contrast of hot spring steam and snow. Hell Tour is best in …
Yufuin Onsen: A Healing Resort in the Mist-Covered Basin
A hot spring resort in a basin with views of Mt. Yufu. Enjoy street food along Yutsubo Str…
Bungo Channel: Savoring Japan's Premium Branded Fish
Seki Aji and Seki Saba, raised in the fierce currents of the Bungo Channel, are Japan's to…
Mt. Kuju Hiking: Highland Paradise with Hot Springs
Mt. Kuju range features Japan's highest pedestrian suspension bridge, Ramsar wetlands, and…
Oka Castle Ruins: The Clifftop Fortress That Inspired "Moonlit Castle"
Oka Castle ruins, the setting for the song "Moonlit Castle." Stone walls on clifftops crea…
Usuki Stone Buddhas: A Mysterious National Treasure of Rock-Cut Sculptures
A National Treasure of rock-cut Buddha statues from the Heian-Kamakura period. Japan's onl…
Exploring Beppu Onsen: Hot Spring Hopping in Japan's Top Spa Town
Beppu, Japan's top hot spring city by volume, offers everything from communal baths to "ji…
Kunisaki Peninsula: Exploring the Buddhist Temple Complex of Rokugo Manzan
The Kunisaki Peninsula is home to the unique Buddhist culture "Rokugo Manzan." Explore roc…
Hita: Merchant Town History and Crystal-Clear Streams
Hita, a former Edo-period shogunate territory. Enjoy the historic merchant quarter of Mame…
Yabakei Gorge: One of Japan's Three Great Strange Scenic Spots
Yabakei Gorge, one of Japan's three great scenic wonders. Autumn foliage season transforms…
Oita Prefectural Art Museum: Contemporary Architecture by Sou Fujimoto
Oita Prefectural Art Museum, designed by Sou Fujimoto, features a striking glass facade. T…
Yufuin Film Festival: Cinema and Arts Emerging from a Hot Spring Town
The Yufuin Film Festival, held annually in summer since 1976, turns the entire hot spring …
Tori-ten: Oita's Own Style of Fried Chicken Tempura
Tori-ten is Oita's original fried chicken in tempura batter, served with ponzu sauce — dis…
Beppu Ropeway and Mt. Tsurumi: Panoramic Views from the Summit
The Beppu Ropeway reaches Mt. Tsurumi's summit in 10 minutes, offering 360-degree panorama…
Ajimu Wine: Visiting Kyushu's Top Wine-Producing Region
Ajimu in Usa City is Kyushu's top wine region. Agri-tourism and grape harvesting experienc…
Bungo-Ono Waterfalls: Lava Plateau Gorges with Nationally Acclaimed Falls
Bungo-Ono houses nationally acclaimed waterfalls including Harajiri Falls — the "Niagara o…
Oita Hot Spring Culture: Japan's Top Onsen Prefecture and Its Diverse Springs
Oita Prefecture, Japan's top hot spring region, offers diverse onsen experiences from Bepp…
Nakatsu Karaage: The Holy Land of Japan's Greatest Fried Chicken
Nakatsu City, the birthplace of karaage fried chicken, has over 100 specialty shops. The d…
Innai Stone Bridges: Japan's Most Dense Collection of Arch Bridges
The Innai district in Usa City has 75 stone arch bridges from the Meiji-Taisho era — Japan…
Spring in Oita: Cherry Blossoms in Castle Towns and Scenic Spots
Oita's spring highlight is Oka Castle ruins with cherry blossoms lining the stone walls — …
Beppu Jigoku Tour — Visiting Eight Unique Hot Spring "Hells"
Tour the extraordinary Beppu Jigoku (Hot Spring Hells), eight spectacularly different boil…
Yufuin Morning Mist and Hot Spring Streets — Autumn Scenery and a Town Walk
Wander through the mist-shrouded morning streets of Yufuin onsen town in autumn, one of Ky…
Kuju Mountains Autumn Trekking — Autumn Colors Painting the Roof of Kyushu
Hike the Kuju mountain range in autumn when the vast highland plateau blazes with red and …
Usa Jingu — The Head Shrine of All Hachimangu Shrines, Origin of God-Buddha Syncretism
Visit Usa Jingu, the most prestigious Hachimangu shrine in Japan, where Shinto and Buddhis…
Nishisowata Shrine — A Tranquil Shrine in the Green Forest of Oita City
Find peace at Nishisowata Shrine, a serene sanctuary tucked within a lush forest in Oita C…
Kunisaki Peninsula and Fuki-ji Temple — The Buddhist Homeland with the Oldest Wooden Building in Kyushu
Explore the Kunisaki Peninsula, a unique Buddhist land, and Fuki-ji Temple, home to Kyushu…