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Beppu Onsen

Beppu Onsen is the collective name for the hot springs found throughout Beppu City, Oita Prefecture. With 2,847 hot spring sources producing approximately 130,000 kiloliters of water per day, it is the largest hot spring resort in Japan. Beppu Onsen consists of eight areas and is also known as the Beppu Hatto or Beppu Onsen-kyo. Each area has different water qualities and colors, making a tour of the hot springs a great way to experience them.

Oita
Famous Places

15 Aug 2021 See More

The hot spring water volume in Beppu is really impressive. You can see steam rising from hot springs all over the city.

Udo Shrine

This unique shrine sits inside a cave found along the cliffs facing the sea. The shrine is known for safe childbirth, children, marriage as well as property for fishermen and those headed out to sea. Udo Shrine and its surrounding area are designated as a National Scenic Beauty.

Miyazaki
Shrines & Temples

15 Aug 2021 See More

Standing on a seaside cliff, the waves have carved out lots of caves here, and the shrine is actually built inside one of them. It's really unique!

Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine

Mentioned in the Kojiki (712), Japan's oldest historical record, Izumo Taisha is one of the country's most important ancient shrines, alongside Ise Jingu. Its principal deity is Okuninushi-no-Okami, famous as the god of matchmaking and relationships.

Shimane
Shrines & Temples

15 Aug 2021 See More

If you come to Shimane, you have to visit this shrine. It's the most famous place in Japan for praying for good relationships, and the giant shimenawa rope, which weighs five tons, is a must-see.