Beppu Onsen

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Beppu Onsen is a must-visit hot spring destination in Japan, featuring eight distinct hot spring areas (Beppu Hatto) that will delight any onsen enthusiast.

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HighlightsBoasts the largest volume of hot spring water in Japan, offering a wide variety of onsen experiences.
Offers abundant sightseeing attractions beyond the onsen, including the Jigoku Meguri.
Provides stunning views from attractions such as Beppu Tower and the Beppu Ropeway.
Features hot springs with diverse therapeutic benefits for complete relaxation and rejuvenation.
Offers a multitude of experiences beyond onsen, including culinary delights and cultural attractions.

Basic Information

Address: Beppu Onsen, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Oita

Access: 5-minute walk from Beppu Station on the JR Niyō Line. From Oita Airport, it's about a 40-minute bus ride to Beppu Onsen. From Kitakyushu Airport, it's about a 90-minute express bus ride. From Fukuoka Airport International Terminal, it's about a 2-hour express bus ride. By car: From Fukuoka, take the Oita Expressway and then the Higashikyushu Expressway to Beppu IC, and use Prefectural Road 52. From Kitakyushu, take the Higashikyushu Expressway to Beppu IC and use Prefectural Road 52 or National Route 10. From Kumamoto, use the Yamanami Highway (Prefectural Road 11). By sea: The Beppu International Tourist Port is served by ferries from Osaka Nankaiko Port (ferry “Sanfurawaa”) and Yawatahama Port in Ehime Prefecture (Uwajima Transport ferry). It's a 10-minute bus ride from the port to the Beppu city center (Kitahama). Show route

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Overview

Beppu Onsen is a renowned hot spring resort centered in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, comprised of eight distinct hot spring areas (Beppu Hatto). With approximately 2,800 hot spring sources, it boasts an abundant supply of onsen water. Beppu Onsen has a long history, tracing back to the Heian period. It has flourished as a spa town since ancient times. The greatest allure of Beppu Onsen is, without a doubt, its hot springs. Known for its exceptionally high volume of hot spring water—the largest in Japan—Beppu Onsen offers a wide variety of onsen experiences. For instance, in Kannawa Onsen, you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery of rising steam. In Myoban Onsen, you can observe the process of making *yu-no-hana* (hot spring flowers). Beppu Onsen features hot springs with diverse therapeutic benefits, purportedly including relief from muscle pain, joint pain, neuralgia, cold symptoms, and even beauty enhancements. Beyond the onsen, Beppu Onsen offers a wealth of sightseeing attractions. The “Jigoku Meguri” (hell tour) allows you to explore various hot spring hells created using geothermal heat. Beppu Tower provides panoramic views of Beppu City. The Beppu Ropeway takes you to the summit of Tsurumi-dake mountain. Beppu Onsen is a destination that offers a multitude of experiences, from pure onsen immersion to diverse sightseeing opportunities. In addition to the onsen, Beppu City is rich in cultural attractions such as the Beppu City Museum of Art and the Beppu City Library. It also boasts abundant natural beauty, including Beppu Park and Tsurumi-dake mountain. Beppu Onsen is a perfect blend of onsen, nature, and culture.