Jan 6, 2019 - 1 min read

Harmonyland

Looking for a dose of cuteness? This is the place!

By Kim Bergström

Japan Travel Staff

Hello Kitty, My Melody, and other Sanrio characters abound here at Harmonyland

There are plenty of shows to keep you entertained

Some of what you'll see on the grounds - even the garden areas are decorated

It's the perfect spot for kids and kids at heart

The teacup ride - Hello Kitty, Pompompurin and more!

There are lots of rides suitable for little ones

You get some great views from the ferris wheel - and the carriages are pretty adorable themselves!

Love Hello Kitty? Harmonyland is your spot!

Notice

Closed some weekdays--please check the official site's calendar.

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If you're headed to Kyushu and a fan of all things cute, be sure to add Harmonyland to your travel itinerary. It's a theme park dedicated to the various Sanrio characters including Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll and My Melody, and makes for the perfect spot to get your kawaii fix.

There are live shows that take place daily, plenty of rides, and opportunities to have photos with your favorite Sanrio characters. If you want a great view out over the surrounding landscape, try the Ferris wheel - you may even be lucky enough to hop into a Hello Kitty carriage!

Hours for Harmonyland differ depending on the season, and closure days also change from month to month, so be sure to check their website to ensure the park is open when you plan to visit.

Harmonyland is located in Oita Prefecture, approximately a 30-minute drive from either Beppu Station or Oita Airport respectively. If you're headed to Harmonyland via public transportation, the closest stations are either Kitsuki Station or Yokoku Station on the JR Nippo Main Line. From either station, Harmonyland is approximately a 10 minute taxi ride away.