Beppu Onsen

Beppu Onsen is an extensive hot spring system located in the city of Beppu, Ōita Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most famous hot spring resorts in the country, known for its abundance of thermal waters and wide range of unique bath types.

Beppu Onsen consists of eight distinct major thermal spring zones called "Beppu Hatto". Together, these eight areas produce more hot spring water than any other onsen resort in Japan. The city has 2,909 hot spring vents, accounting for more than 10% of the 27,644 hot spring vents in the country.

Notable Features and Attractions

  • Public baths and ryokans with various bathing facilities, such as conventional hot water baths, sand baths, steam baths, and mud baths
  • Takegawara Onsen, a historic public bath originally built in 1879
  • Kannawa Onsen, known as the "birthplace of Beppu Hot Springs" and home to the popular Kannawa Mushi-yu steam bath
  • Beppu Onsen Geo-Museum, which educates visitors about the science and geology behind the volcanic hot springs
  • Seasonal events and festivals, such as the Kamegawa Summer Festival, Oita Minori Festa, Beppu Christmas Fantasia, and Beppu Mt. Tsurumi Daikan Festival
  • Jigoku Meguri, a tour of the "Hells of Beppu" - a series of unique geothermal attractions showcasing the city's volcanic activity

With its rich hot spring resources, diverse bathing experiences, and scenic beauty, Beppu Onsen attracts visitors from around the world to enjoy the unique charms of Japan's hot spring paradise.

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