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Places in Beppu
Browse 21 photo-backed places to visit in Beppu.
Chinoike Jigoku
Beppu, Japan
Famous for its striking crimson waters and billowing steam, Chinoike Jigoku is an ancient, boiling natural spring that lives up to its dramatic moniker of 'Blood Pond Hell.'
Kifune Castle
Beppu, Japan
Perched on a hillside above Beppu's steaming hot springs, Kifune Castle offers breathtaking coastal panoramas alongside an eccentric museum guarded by a living albino python.
Aburaya Kumahachi Statue
Beppu, Japan
Greeting visitors right outside Beppu Station, this whimsical bronze statue depicts Aburaya Kumahachi, the charismatic pioneer of Beppu tourism, striking a joyful superhero pose with a child trailing from his flowing cape.
Steam Cooking Center
Beppu, Japan
Harness the geothermal power of Beppu's hot springs to steam your own fresh ingredients using centuries-old natural techniques.
Mount Tsurumi
Beppu, Japan
Rising high above the hot spring town, Mount Tsurumi offers breathtaking panoramic views across the bay and distant volcanic peaks via a scenic ropeway ride.
Hells of Beppu (Jigoku)
Beppu, Japan
Witness the raw power of the earth at the Hells of Beppu, a dramatic collection of colorful, boiling hot springs designed purely for viewing.
Umitamago Aquarium
Beppu, Japan
Overlooking the sea, Umi-Tamago is a dynamic, hands-on aquarium where visitors can get up close with playful walruses, dolphins, and vibrant marine life.
Takasakiyama Monkey Park
Beppu, Japan
Get up close with hundreds of wild Japanese macaques roaming freely in their natural mountain habitat along the scenic coast.
Oita Prefectural Art Museum (OPAM)
Beppu, Japan
Experience dynamic modern art inside a stunning, light-filled structure designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban.
Yufuin
Beppu, Japan
Nestled in a picturesque rural valley, this chic hot spring town charms visitors with soothing thermal baths, stylish cafes, and eclectic art museums.
Kunisaki Peninsula
Beppu, Japan
Lush, mountainous, and steeped in ancient spiritual traditions, the Kunisaki Peninsula is a tranquil haven of historic forest temples, rustic farmlands, and scenic coastal landscapes.
Usuki
Beppu, Japan
Famous for its rare cliff-carved stone Buddhas designated as National Treasures, this historic former castle town offers a captivating glimpse into ancient Japanese artistry.
Rokugo Manzan Temples
Beppu, Japan
Discover the mystical charm of the Rokugo Manzan Temples, an ancient network of atmospheric mountain sanctuaries scattered across the lush valleys of the Kunisaki Peninsula.
Usa Shrine
Beppu, Japan
Revered as the head shrine among thousands of Hachiman shrines across Japan, Usa Jingu is a majestic eighth-century sanctuary nestled in peaceful, ancient woodlands.
Kitsuki
Beppu, Japan
Perched along the scenic coast of the Kunisaki Peninsula, Kitsuki is a captivating Edo-period castle town renowned for its unique layout of samurai hill districts flanking a historic merchant valley.
Oita Prefectural Museum of History
Beppu, Japan
Discover the rich cultural heritage and ancient spiritual traditions of Oita through engaging exhibits located near the historic Usa Shrine.
Usuki Stone Buddhas
Beppu, Japan
Carved directly into lush cliffside rock faces, this remarkable cluster of 12th-century stone Buddhas forms Japan's only cliff-sculpture National Treasures.
Inazumi Underwater Caves
Beppu, Japan
Step into Japan's largest underwater limestone cave system, where 300-million-year-old subterranean wonders are revealed above crystal-clear waters.
Usuki Samurai District
Beppu, Japan
Step back in time along the atmospheric, stone-paved lanes of Usuki's beautifully preserved samurai district.
Yufuin Floral Village
Beppu, Japan
Step into a whimsical storybook world at Yufuin Floral Village, a charming recreation of the English Cotswolds nestled in the hot-spring town of Yufu.
Mount Yufu
Beppu, Japan
Dominating the skyline above Oita's famous hot spring towns, Mount Yufu is a dramatic twin-peaked stratovolcano offering rewarding day hikes and breathtaking panoramic views.
