Hot Springs

Bettei Haruki in Beppu is a relaxing hot spring inn located away from the hustle and bustle of the city. I recently stayed there and wanted to share some of the many highlights of my visit!  Arriving At Bettei Haruki After a short drive into the mountains near Beppu, you arrive at Bettei Haruki. Pictured above is the entrance, which

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Yunohana-goya in Myoban Onsen is a great tourist spot not far from the center of Beppu where you can get a close look at how hot spring ‘flowers’ are made. There is a souvenir shop, restaurant, family bath, and an outdoor hot spring bath, so it’s easy to spend a whole day there. Here, we’ll introduce some of the points

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Beppu is home to a number of jigoku (hells or hot springs), the most popular of which is Blood Pond Jigoku. As the name implies, Blood Pond Jigoku, with its steaming blood-red water, is very impressive.  What is Blood Pond Jigoku? Blood Pond Jigoku is the oldest natural hell in Japan. A naturally occurring chemical reaction takes place in a

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In Beppu, there are many jigoku (hells or hot springs) where hot water from deep in the earth comes to the surface. However, Yamajigoku is unique. Animals, such as goats, rabbits, and capybaras, are kept on the premises, and visitors can enjoy interacting with them. It is a great place to visit with children!   What Is Yamajigoku In Beppu?

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Beppu’s ‘Hell Tour,’ also called ‘Jigoku Meguri,’ is a marvelous tour of the Oita region’s many hot spring wonders. Considered a must-see activity for travelers in Beppu, it allows visitors to witness the otherworldly beauty of Beppu’s ‘Hells’ up close. One of these famous attractions is Oniyama Jigoku, a popular hot spring where crocodiles lurk and swim in a magnificent

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Beppu boasts the largest number of hot springs in all of Japan, each volcanic beauty aptly named ‘Hell’ due to its boiling water and otherworldly appearance. One of Beppu’s many famous hot springs is Bozu Jigoku, also known as Monk’s Hell or Shaven Head Hell due to the bubbling mud resembling the top of a monk’s shaved head.  Even though

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Beppu’s famous ‘hell tour’ is one of the region’s most popular activities. Unlike other hot springs throughout the world, Beppu’s ‘hells’ are uniquely captivating and highly unusual, bringing to mind an otherworldly landscape. Allow us to introduce the most spectacular hot spring Hells of Beppu.   Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) Sea Hell is distinguishable by its large body of vivid

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With the second-highest number of hot springs in the whole world, it’s no wonder travelers call Beppu a hot spring paradise. Across Beppu’s eight districts, 2000 hot springs and over 200 hot spring facilities can be found offering rejuvenating onsen baths. If you like the sound of soaking in hot mineral-rich water, then allow us to introduce you to Beppu

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