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  • Global Tower
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    Oita Pref. Beppushi Yamanotechou 12-1
    A symbolic, 125-meter-tall tower located on the grounds of the B-Con Plaza multipurpose complex situated along Fujimi-dori Street in Yamanote-cho, Beppu City. Outfitted with an observation deck 100 meters above the ground, visitors can get a 360-degree, panoramic view of Beppu City. The observation deck is also popular because of its night view, selected for inclusion in a list of Japan’s “Night View Heritages.”

    The tower is easy walking from the main core of Beppu. Its nice to walk through the park. Entrance to the Global Tower is behind the convention centre. There is an elevator to take you to the...

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  • Kokonoe Yume Suspension Bridge
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    Oita Pref. Kusugunkokonoemachi Tano 1208
    A bridge 173 meters high and 390 meters long. Completed in 2006, it is the longest pedestrian bridge in Japan. The scenery from the bridge is, in a word, superb, and those traversing its length can get sweeping views of such sights as Narukogawa Ravine and a stunning Shindo-no-taki waterfall, with larger and smaller sub-waterfalls. Visiting in fall to see the autumn foliage is particularly recommended.
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  • Sekizaki Kaisei-kan
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    Oita Oita-shi Saganoseki 4057-419
    A scenic overlook and astronomical observatory located on the eastern edge of Oita City in Saganoseki. The astronomical observatory is outfitted with a 60-centimeter reflecting telescope and here visitors can observe seasonal astronomical phenomena, as well as the sun and bright stars during the day, and a glittering night sky in the evening. The scenic overlook commands a sweeping view of the Hoyo Strait; there's also a museum area with space-themed exhibits such as meteorites gathered at the south pole, and exhibits on the nearby ocean; a shop; and a restaurant. In addition, events such as astronomical observation and crafting classes are held here.

    道の駅佐賀関から近そうだったのでレンタカーで向かってみました。 往路は山の中を抜ける狭く曲がりくねった道路で場所によっては対向車が来たらすれ違うのに苦労しそうです。復路は眺めの良さそうな海沿いの道路を選択しましたがこれが大失敗、山の中の道路以上に狭くて対向車が来たらアウトで２度もバックしました。確かに海沿いで昼間なら景観は良いのですがガードレールが無い箇所もあるので危険です（夜間通行は絶対に避ける...

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  • Beppu Tower
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    Oita Pref. Beppushi Kitahama 3-10-2
    This symbol of Beppu was completed in 1957, and is one of six sister towers. From the 17th floor observation deck one can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from Beppu Bay to Beppu City. In 2007 it was registered as one of Japan’s Tangible Cultural Properties.
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  • Beppu Yukemuri Observatory
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    Oita Pref. Beppushi Kannawahigashi 8 pairs
    An observatory located in Kannawahigashi, Beppu City. Visitors can get a sweeping view of Beppu and Mt. Tsurumi and Ogiyama towering in the distance. Beppu has the highest yield of hot spring in Japan and the sight of hot spring steam blooming from various parts of the city is something truly unique to this place. This observatory’s night view has also been selected for inclusion in a list of Japan’s “Night View Heritages.”
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  • Sagiridai Observatory
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    Oita Yufu-shi Yufuincho Kawakami 1964-14
    "A 15-minute drive from the Yufuin Interchange on the Oita Expressway. This observatory is located at the foot of Mt. Yufu and offers a sweeping view of the Yufuin Basin from 680 meters above sea level. Situated between Yufuin and Beppu along the Yamanami Highway (Prefectural Route 11), known as one of the most scenic driving destinations in Kyushu, the observatory has a shop and toilets and thus is also a popular rest stop. Boasting fabulous seasonal views, the observatory's name literally translates to ""mist stand,"" and as this implies, mists gather in the valley below, particularly early in the morning in winter, and during this time visitors can take in the magical sight of the fog-enshrouded basin."

    狭霧台展望台にある土産物店です。数人分だけですが、イートイン可能なカウンター席あり。トイレは店外方式。先日そのトイレを借りたので、お返し的にまぐろジャーキーをお買い上げ。土産物の品揃えはそこそこ。

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  • Yunotsubo-Kaido Street
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    Oita Pref. Yufushi Yufuinchoukawakami
    A road located in Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City. Serving as Yufuin’s “Main Street,” the road extends away from Yufuin Station towards Mt. Yufu and is lined with a variety of restaurants, cafes, and shops selling local specialty products.
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  • Mameda-machi
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    Oita Pref. Hitashi Mamedamachi
    "A district located along the Kagetsu River in Hita City. The district has been designated a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Hita prospered as a ""tenryo"" domain under the direct control of the Edo shogunate, and many merchants gathered in this district. Today, many preserved old merchant houses and storehouses still stand here, and it has become a sightseeing destination where visitors can experience the area's history. The Tenryo Hita Doll Festival is held here in mid-February."
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  • Usa no Machu Picchu
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    Oita Usa-shi Innaimachi Nishi-shiiya Hoka
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  • Jumonjibaru Observatory
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    Oita Pref. Beppushi Noda Okubo 1919-11
    An observatory located in Ikenotsuru, Noda, Beppu City. Visitors can enjoy a sweeping view of Beppu Bay, Beppu City, Mt. Takasaki, and Oita City. The observatory is a particularly popular night view destination and has been selected for inclusion in a list of Japan’s “Night View Heritages.”
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  • Kitsuki Castle Town
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    Oita Pref. Kitsukishi Kitsuki
    This former castle town district is located in Kitsuki, Kitsuki City. This distinctive, so-called “sandwich style castle town” formed around Kitsuki Castle, built in 1394, and consisted of a merchant district sandwiched between samurai residences in the north and south high grounds. Today, the grounds of the castle are maintained as a park with a reconstructed faux castle tower in the center, and the former castle town surrounding it still contains a townscape consisting of numerous preserved samurai residences and merchant homes.
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  • Hakusui Reservoir Dam (Hakusui Dam)
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    Kashiwa-cho, Taketa City, Oita Prefecture
    "A dam on the Ono River straddling Tsugikura, Taketa City and Kashiwabara, Ogi-machi in Taketa City. The dam was built in 1938 with the aim of eliminating agricultural water shortages downriver. The dam incorporates a design called ""mushagaeshi"" which is intended to reduce water pressure and preserve the riverbed, and the dam is characterized by the constant stream of water flowing over its curving surface. Also known as the ""most beautiful dam in Japan,"" it has been designated a National Important Cultural Property."
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  • Mt. Tsurumi (Aso-Kuju National Park)
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    Oita Pref. Beppushi Minamitateishi Samuhara
    Observatories can be found on Mt. Tsurumi, located on the west side of urban Beppu. There are four observatories on the mountain from which visitors can enjoy the beauty of Beppu Bay, glittering Beppu City at night, and the gorgeous scenery of the Kuju Mountains and Mt. Yufu. The top of the mountain is accessible by foot from Tsurumi Sanjo Station on the Beppu Ropeway.
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  • Sekizaki Lighthouse
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    Oita Pref. Oitashi Saganoseki 4057-2
    This lighthouse is located in Saganoseki, Oita City. Built in 1901, it is the oldest lighthouse in the prefecture. It offers sweeping views of the waters off the tip of the Saganoseki Peninsula, which are known for the high-quality mackerel and horse mackerel caught in them. The lighthouse is also adjacent to the Sekizaki Kaiseikan (Ocean and Astronomical Observatory Hall), which features an observation deck and an astronomical observatory that are open to the public.
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  • Yabakei Dam Memorial Park Keisekien
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    Oita Nakatsu-shi Yabakei Machi Oshima 2286-1
    A park located in Oshima, Yabakei-machi, Nakatsu City. The park was built in 1987 to commemorate the completion of Yabakei Dam. The park's 20 thousand-square-meter grounds are a Japanese-style garden which makes use of water from the dam to recreate Yabakei Gorge's stream. Visitors can enjoy seasonal beauty here, including over 30 thousand trees spanning 100 varieties.
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  • Yabakei Bridge
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    Oita Nakatsu-shi Honyabakeimachi Sogi
    "A bridge located in Sogi, Honyabakei-machi, Nakatsu City. Spanning the Yamakuni River, this is Japan's only eight-arch stone arch bridge and, at 116 meters in length, it is also the longest stone arch bridge in the country. Because it employs a type of masonry frequently used to build bridges in Nagasaki Prefecture, it is also known as the ""Dutch Bridge."" The bridge has been designated a Tangible Cultural Property by the prefecture."
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  • Horai Sono
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    Oita Nakatsu-shi 1280 (Sannocho)
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  • Nioza Area (Nioza Historical Road)
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    Oita Usuki-shi Nioza
    This beautiful former castle town area, a 10-minute walk from Usuki Station on the JR Nippo Main Line, consists of stone paved hill roads, samurai residences, and Buddhist temples. The Nioza Historical Road is paved with stone cut from tuff formed from the volcanic ash of Mt. Aso and is a continuous stretch of high stone walls and stately white-walled buildings with tile roofs. There is a free rest area in the remodeled former Shinkoji Temple, and from the second floor visitors can get a sweeping view of the area's scenery. The Usuki Takeyoi festival is held each year in early November, and during the event the stone-paved road is lined with some 20 thousand bamboo lanterns. In 1993, the area was selected for inclusion in a list of the country's 100 best urban scenery destinations.
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  • Sato no Sta. Takahira Observatory Park
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    6 Reviews
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    Oita Saiki Kamae Takenouragochi 2156-171

    リアス式海岸ならではの入り組んだ海岸線の美しさ。海を高台から望む贅沢感が味わえる名所。 ワーケーションもできるように整備が進められる。

  • Chojabaru
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    Oita Kusu-gun Kokonoemachi Tano
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A trip to Oita is tantamount to a long soak in the Beppu baths. The mountainous, coastal prefecture of Oita is renowned for having more onsen than any other prefecture in Japan, most of which lie in the city of Beppu on the west coast of Kyushu, recognizable by its pungent sulphuric aroma and the clouds of steam that puff up across the hillside. Away from the Beppu hot springs await mountains, waterfalls, and temples, so don’t hesitate to explore Oita a little further.

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