Shiraike Jigoku

Shiraike Jigoku (White Pond Hell) is characterized by white water with a slight bluish tinge. It is clear when it gushes out, but when it comes into the pond, it changes color to this white color due to the drop in temperature and pressure. The pond is surrounded by a Japanese garden and a statue of Ippen Shonin (monk Ippen), who is said to have laid the foundation of Beppu hot spring resort. The tropical fish Aquaqrium using hot spring energy at the back of the site, which was renovated in 2019, houses and exhibits about 20 species of tropical fish, including pirarucu, piranha, and Asian arowanas that live in the Amazon, as well as alligator gars, an invasive alien species. It is designated as a National Site of Scenic Beauty.

Spot details

Address: Oita Pref. Beppushi Kannawa 283-1 Map
Area: Beppu Area
Phone: 0977660530
Hours: 8:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee]
[Adults (High school students and above)] 400yen
[Children (small, Junior high school students)] 200yen
[Pre-schoolers]Free
※Common admission ticket available
Parking Lot: Available(55spaces)
※Free
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Yes (Nanga-do only is not possible because it is on the 2nd floor)
Infant friendly: Yes (with nursing room)
Pet friendly: Available