Activities Higashi Shiiya Waterfall Mandy Bartok The Kegon Falls of Kyushu is hidden away in rural Oita and is the perfect spot for catching the autumn foliage without the crowds...
Culture Ajimu Rural Homestay Bradford Pomeroy The Ajimu Rural Homestay is a unique opportunity to experience Japanese farming culture. The peaceful atmosphere, farming expe..
Beppu "Jigoku Meguri" 8 Hells Tour Somrak Bhakdisuparit Marvel at the distinctiveness of each Jigoku (Hot spring) at Beppu
10 Culture Nakatsu Castle Shehzad Lokhandwalla Many Japanese cities are symbolized by their castles. Whilst some are really popular, others are not very well known. Nakatsu castle..
Culture Rakanji Temple Shehzad Lokhandwalla Rakanji temple is a unique monument built on the top of a mountain. Accessed by a lift, and over looking the wilderness of Nakatsu,..
Activities Marvel at the Usuki Stone Buddhas Mandy Bartok Over 60 stone buddha statues dating from over a thousand years ago are carved into the cliffs outside of Usuki town in eastern Oita..
Activities Takasakiyama Monkey Park Mandy Bartok Three troops of Japanese macaques call Mt Takasaki, just outside Oita City, their home and regularly come down to food, play and..
Transportation Nakatsu Station in Oita Haruka Saijo Nakatsu Station is essential for those who live there, those who come to the city for school and business from Fukuoka, and most..