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Oita
Usuki Magaibutsu Stone Buddhas
60+ Buddhas chiseled from raw cliff face, Japan's first stone national treasure.




Oita
Usa Jingu Shrine
Japan's oldest Hachiman shrine, where 40,000 warrior-god shrines trace their ro…



Oita
Chinoike Jigoku Blood Pond Hell
A 78°C pond runs blood-red, iron-stained and bubbling from below.
Activities in Oita
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Japanese / EnglishFrequently asked questions
- What is Oita known for?
- Oita prefecture located in north-east Kyushu is perhaps the most famous prefecture for onsen (hot springs) in Japan. Places such as Beppu and Yufuin being especially popular onsen towns with millions of visitors all year around. These towns are extremely geothermal, giving them their rich number of different onsen, and you can find steam rising all over the towns. With countless beautiful spots to relax your mind and soul at the onsen and enjoy a more traditional Japanese atmosphere and local cu…
- Where is Oita?
- Oita is an area in OITA, Japan.
- What are the best places to visit in Oita?
- WOW U lists 16 spots in Oita. Popular spots include Kinrinko Lake, Oniyama Jigoku Hell, Kuju Flower Park, Komatsu Jigoku Hell, Oita Sports Park.
- Can I book a guided tour in Oita?
- Yes. WOW U lists activities in Oita hosted by Locals, the local guides who live in the area. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U.
- What is WOW U?
- WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.

