Harajiri Falls Boat Tour ❚ 2025.8.13~17 Held in Why don't you take a raft boat ride around the Waterfall basin of "Harajiri Falls" in Ogata, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture? You can experience Harajiri Falls with your whole body. You can enjoy the very impressive scenery that can be seen only at a close distance. 【Date and time】 August 13 (Water) ~ August 17, 2025 (Sun) 10:00~16:00 each day (held in every 30 minutes) [Place] Harajiri Falls (410 Harajiri, Ogata, Bungo-Ono City) ▶ Please come to the front of the stairs to the waterfall 30 minutes before the meeting time / reservation. 【Fee】 3,500 yen (1 person) 【Subjects】 3 years old or older (preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian) 【What to bring】 Shoes that can get wet, towels, a change of clothes [Others] There are may be canceled due to weather, river water, etc. If there is a vacancy on the day, we can guide you without a reservation. Reservations other than Events are also accepted at any time (please check the application form above for details) 【Inquiries about the Events】 BBP Co., Ltd. Bungo-Ono Sales Office × South Wave (Person in charge: Ono) Phone: 090-6896-5296 https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250806event-ogata/...

Experience River SUP Why don't you experience standup paddleboarding on the river? It is completely different from ordinary standup paddleboarding, and the exhilaration of going down the river is the best. Not only do you float on the water, but you also ride the stream of the river, so the feeling of being one with nature is exceptional. It's a little adventurous river play with family and friends. Held in every day during the Obon period. Enjoy river activities that are perfect for summer. ■ Elementary school students can participate! ■ Even beginners can rest assured that experienced guides will support you! [Tour Held in days] August 12 (Tue) ~ 16 (Sat), September 7 (Sun), 20 (Sat), 2025 【Held in】Ono River (Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Meeting place】Onogawa Ribakura Inukai Base (near Onogawa River Park, Inukai, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Time】Approx. 3 hours (9:30~12:00、13:30~16:00) ■■Oita River Club For details such as Fees and reservations, please check the Oita River Club (Ribakura) website. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250804spot-inukai/...

Chinsako Gorge The Gorge is a canyon along the Okudake River. It is surrounded on both sides by molten tuff cliffs with well-developed columnar joints. The height of the cliff is 70 metres. The valley floor is exposed with rocks formed by volcanic activity about 15 million years ago. The Okudake River is a clear blue Valleys because it is Minamoto the rich Nature forests of the grandmother and leaning mountain ranges. 【Location】Ohara, Ogata Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Komatsumei (Kodai) Fire Festival ❚ Held in on August 14, 2025 Held in Kodai) Fire Festival is held in Ogata, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. Gari from the area around Harajiri Falls to the countryside of the Ogata Basin with the light of small torches floats fantastically. 【Held in】Thursday, August 14, 2025 *Cancelled due to stormy weather. No postponements Location: Around Harajiri Falls and the Ogata Plain * Traffic restrictions will be in place from 18:30 on the 14th. Please follow the instructions of the staff. [Ignition time] 19:30 Simultaneous ignition [Number of lamps] Approx. 10,000 [Flame modeling exhibition project] Around the venue, Local people will make Torii (shrine gates) and stone bridges unique to Ogata with torches, and beauty competitions will be held. 【Contact about Events】 Bungo-Ono City Ogata Branch Phone 0974-42-2111 Roadside Station Harajiri Falls Phone 0974-42-4140 ❚ What is the Kotorch Fire Festival? A traditional event that has been handed down since the Edo period. The origin of the Minamoto is uncertain, but it is said to be for the memorial service of the bon, the pursuit of insects wishing for a good harvest of rice, and the memorial service for the victims of the putsch that occurred in the Edo period. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250725event-ogata/...

Packraft Experience Lodge Kiyokawa in Kiyokawa Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. At Lodge Kiyokawa, you can experience packraft. The Okudake River, which stream in front of you, is an emerald green Clear streams. As you explore by boat, you'll also encounter waterfalls and amazing rock walls that you can't see from the riverbank! A Rafting boat called a "packraft" for one person to use. It weighs about 3 kg, so it is easy to operate. With friends and family, enjoy the scenery at your leisure on a boat ride. Use of packraft please contact Lodge Kiyokawa. ■ Satonobi Resort Lodge Kiyokawa 【Place】158 Udaeda, Kiyokawa-cho, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture About 45 minutes by Car from Oita Rice IC About 3 minutes by Car from Roadside Station Kiyokawa 【Car parking lot】Yes ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250722spot-kiyokawa/...

Held in "The 34th Shidahara Lake Fire Festival" will be held in Ono Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. On the special stage, various events such as Kagura, Raden Soran dance, and dance are held. Fun raffle to win gorgeous prizes. The emcee will be "Bungo-Ono City Hometown Ambassador" Chuka Shuto, who will liven up the Festival. Underwater fireworks and underwater fireworks reflected on the surface of the lake are very fantastic. 【Date】Saturday, August 9, 2025 18:15 ~ Light rain *Cancelled due to stormy weather 【Place】Around Shitawara Dam 【Stage Events】 17:30~ Prayer for a bountiful harvest of five grains 18:15~ Opening Remarks 18:20~ Dance Chikumatsu Bikai 18:30~ Mie Junior (Raden Soran dance) 18:45~ Fire Squadron Kiko Ranger 19:00~ Jimmy Kikuchi 19:30~ Kagura (Asakusa Inuyama Kagurasha) 20:00~ Fun lottery 20:30~ Mie Swing Family (Big Band) 【Fireworks launch time】 Start at 20:40 *Launch and Underwater fireworks 【Traffic restrictions around the venue and Shuttle bus operation】 On the day of the event, the road near the venue will be restricted (both cars are prohibited). Private Car are not allowed to enter during Held in hours, so please Use Shuttle Bus. Shuttle bus starts at 18:00. The waiting time is about 5~10 minutes. ▶ Shuttle bus operation cooperation fee Elementary school students and above, round trip 200 yen (Please pay cooperation fee for Shuttle bus operation) * Free for children under elementary school age ▶ Shuttle bus stop near Bungo-Ono City Ono Community Center ▶ Car parking area around City Hall Ono Branch 【Other】 Those who come to the venue in a yukata will receive a gift. * It will end as soon as it runs out. The sacred fire departs from Asakusa Shrine, and small torches are lit one after another around the venue. 17:30 Depart from Asakusa Shrine 18:00 Around 10 o'clock Kotorch ignition 18:15 Around the Dam Kotorch ignition 18:30 Seven colors paper lantern 【Inquiries about organizers and Events】 The 34th Lake Fire Festival Executive Committee Phone 0974-34-2301 ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250718event-oono/...

2025.8.8.8 update Due to the rain forecast on the day, the night kagura was canceled. --------------------------------------------------------- Ontake-ryu Okuhata Kagura Night Kagura Held in night kagura hosted by Okuhata Kagura in the square in front of Mie Town Station. On the day of the event, Nakae Iwato Kagura, which is transmitted to the Hano district of Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, will also participate, and it is said that Kagura will also be held. Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 15:00～21:00 *Cancelled in case of rain 【Place】Mie Town Station Square ❚ Kagura Okuhata Oita Prefecture Designated Intangible Folk Cultural Assets Ontake Ryu Iwato Kagura transmitted from Ontake Shrine (Kiyokawa Town) to Okuhata Ward, Mie Town. The dance consists of 33 numbers. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Summer taste "Clean Peach" in Kiyokawa Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. The season is from late June to the end of July, and as a rare "phantom peach", it is a Representative specialty of Kiyokawa Town. The "Declaration of Season" for this clean peach was made on July 10, 2025. Please enjoy the proud peaches that the farmer has carefully grown one by one with time and effort. Many customers visit every day. For the latest information and details of Clean Peach, such as sales times and numbered ticket distribution status, please check the website of Roadside Station Kiyokawa. ■ Roadside Station Kiyokawa "Roadside Station Kiyokawa" has many peach-related products, so please stop by when you drive. 【Place】Roadside Station Kiyokawa (Kiyokawa Hometown Products Museum Dream Market: 1574-1 Sunada, Kiyokawa-cho, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture) About 40 minutes by car from Oita Rice Rice IC 【Business hours】 March ~ November 7:30 ~ 18:00 / December ~ February 8:00 ~ 17:00 ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250714info-kiyokawa/...

Harajiri Falls Boat Tour Why don't you take a raft boat ride around the Waterfall basin of "Harajiri Falls" in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture? You can experience Harajiri Falls with your whole body. You can enjoy the very impressive scenery that can be seen only at a close distance. 【Date and time】 Saturday, July 19, 2025 ~ Monday, July 21, 2025 10:00~16:00 each day (held in every 30 minutes) [Place] Harajiri Falls (410 Harajiri, Ogata, Bungo-Ono City) ▶ Please come to the front of the stairs to the waterfall 30 minutes before the meeting time / reservation. 【Fee】 3,500 yen (1 person) 【Subjects】 3 years old or older (preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian) 【What to bring】 Shoes that can get wet, Towels 【Application】 Please check the link to apply. [Others] There are may be canceled due to weather, river water, etc. If there is a vacancy on the day, we can guide you without a reservation. Reservations other than Events are also accepted at any time (please check the application form above for details) 【Inquiries about the Events】 BBP Co., Ltd. Bungo-Ono Sales Office × South Wave (Person in charge: Ono) Phone: 090-6896-5296 ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250708event-ogata/...

On July 5, 2025, hydrangea flower picking was held around Puko Temple in Bungo-Ono City Asaji, Oita Prefecture. About 50 people participated in picking hydrangea flowers in and around the Precincts. After about two hours, the Precincts turned green. Thank you to everyone who participated. I hope that the beautiful hydrangea will bloom again next year. ❚ What is Puguang Temple? The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Bungo-Ono City Tourism Association Original Tote Bag Bungo-Ono City Tourism Association Original Tote bag was created. There are two types. It is a Tote bag that is just right for going out, shopping, and walking. It is a durable and easy-to-use canvas fabric that can fit A4 size. Price: 1,100 yen (tax included) 【Sales location and inquiries】 Bungo-Ono City Tourism Association Business hours 9:00~17:00 Open open all year (except year-end and New Year holidays) Phone: 0974-27-4215

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 27, 2025 Puguang Temple in Bungo-Ono City Asaji. Now the hydrangea has passed its peak on the whole. Flowers that have begun to wither or fade have become noticeable. In Oita Prefecture, it was announced that the rainy season seems to have ended. On July 5, 2025, the hydrangea flower picking operation will take place, so you can only see the hydrangeas until July 4. Many people came to Temple this year as well. Thank you very much. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Geo Site Beautification Operation Volunteer Recruitment ❚ Implementation on July 5, 2025 In the vicinity of Puguang Temple, which is one of the Geo Site (highlights) of Oita Bungo-Ono Geopark, hydrangea flowers are picked. We are looking for volunteers who can help. Why don't you pick flowers together? Date & Time: Saturday, July 5, 2025 7:00~9:00 Open until 8:00 a.m. * In case of rain, it will be postponed. In the event of a postponement, it will be announced on the city hall website by the day before 【Reception and meeting place】Fukoji Temple No. 1 Car Parking Lot (Bungo-Ono City Asaji Kamiozuka) 【Work content】 Hydrangea flower picking work * Volunteer work will be more than 1 hour between 7:00~9:00. * Commemorative gifts will be distributed to those who participated. * We will lend tools, but there is a limit, so if you have pruning shears or pruning shears, we would appreciate it if you could prepare your own. 【Inquiry】 Oita Bungo-Ono Geopark Promotion Council Phone 0974-22-4089 ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250618event-asaji/...

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 24, 2025 Puguang Temple in Bungo-Ono City Asaji. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. At the moment, the hydrangea is a little past its peak overall. Some of the flowers that bloomed earlier have begun to wither. This year, the number of flowers is smaller than every year, but the flowers that bloomed late are blooming beautifully. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 20, 2025 Fumitsu Temple is located in Asaji, Bungo-Ono City Oita Prefecture. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. Currently, the hydrangeas are a little past their peak. This year, the number of flowers is smaller than every year, but they are blooming beautifully. This week, the temperature has exceeded 30 degrees Celsius for a long time, so there are some hydrangeas that are not vigorous, but the hydrangeas that bloomed late are blooming beautifully. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 16, 2025 Puguang Temple in Bungo-Ono City Asaji. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. Currently, hydrangeas are in full bloom. This year, the number of flowers is smaller than every year, but they are blooming beautifully one by one. Flowers that bloomed early may begin to wither a little. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 13, 2025 Fumitsu Temple is located in Asaji, Bungo-Ono City Oita Prefecture. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. Currently, hydrangeas bloom for about 7~8 minutes. It looks like it will be in full bloom this weekend. This year, the number of flowers is smaller than every year, but they are blooming beautifully one by one. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 10, 2025 Fumitsu Temple is located in Asaji, Bungo-Ono City Oita Prefecture. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. Currently, hydrangeas bloom for about 5~6 minutes. Flowering is progressing quite a bit. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

The 38th Famous water Hakusan River Firefly Festival On June 7, 2025, the "Famous Water Hakusan River Firefly Festival" was held in at the Inazumi Underwater Cave Square. At the Festival, we were able to see the exciting performance of the Toyoyu Drums and the magnificent dance of Okuhata Kagura. The Hakusan River Firefly Festival is a cozy festival that continues with the desire of the locals to liven up this area. At the end, a fan dance was performed by the locals, and it was crowded with many people. After the festival, many visitors enjoyed watching the fireflies. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of June 3, 2025 Fumitsu Temple is located in Asaji, Bungo-Ono City Oita Prefecture. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. Currently, hydrangeas bloom for about 4~5 minutes. Flowering is progressing. Stocks that bloomed early bloom beautifully. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The polished Buddha carved in the Precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest polished Buddha statues in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this polished cliff Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and polished cliff Buddhas. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Ehime & Oita Excursion Stamp Rally 2025 ❚ Period: 2025.6.1~10.31 A digital Stamp Rally is held in to visit "Roadside Stations" and "Tourist Facilities" in Ehime and Oita. Collect stamps at each spot in Ehime and Oita prefectures, and depending on the number of stamps you earn, you can enter a lottery to win Hotel Accommodation tickets and assorted Specialty products. Please take this opportunity to join us! 【Implementation period】June 1, 2025 (Sunday) ~ October 31, 2025 (Friday) 【Implementation location】A total of 51 locations such as "Roadside Stations" and "Tourist Facilities" in Ehime and Oita Prefectures *Please see the flyer for facilities of the Subject. 【Subject facilities in Bungo-Ono City】 ▶ Roadside Station Harajiri Falls ▶ Inazumi Underwater Cave ▶ Lodge Kiyokawa [Prizes] ▶ Special Prize (2 winners by lottery): Accommodation ticket equivalent to 30,000 yen Apply with 30 Stamps at least 10 locations in Ehime and Oita ▶Prize A (2 winners by lottery): Specialty worth 10,000 yen Apply with 15 Stamps at least 5 locations in Ehime and Oita ▶Prize B (10 winners by lottery): Specialty worth 5,000 yen Apply with 7 Stamps at least 2 locations in Ehime and Oita ▶Prize C (36 winners by lottery): Specialty worth 2,500 yen Apply with 4 Stamps at least 1 place in Ehime and Oita [How to participate] Add a friend to your LINE Official Account (Publication on the leaflet) Subject Spot Reads GPS and GET Stamp Stamp collection and product application 【Organizer】 Ehime-Oita Exchange Project Executive Committee, Tourism Exchange Subcommittee 【Inquiries about Stamp Rally】 Ehime-Oita Exchange Project Executive Committee Tourism Exchange Subcommittee Secretariat (Oita City Tourism Division) Phone: 097-537-7043 ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250602info-bungoono/...

[Chinda Falls overflow resumes] Chinda Falls in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. Water was stopped due to construction work from October 2024, but the construction has been completed and the overflow has resumed from May 21, 2025. In the future, the water will be stopped again due to construction. Details will be announced as they become available. Please be careful when visiting Chinda Falls for sightseeing. ■ Future construction schedule Water will be stopped again after June Maintenance work of Chinda Falls Fureai Park is scheduled after September (entry will be completely prohibited during the construction period) ■ Chinda Falls Chinda Falls consists of a male waterfall over the main stream of the Ono River and a female waterfall over the Hirai River, a tributary. The waterfall is about 100 meters wide and 20 meters high. It is also Famous that Sesshu, a Water ink painter who was active in the Muromachi period, visit here and painted the "Chinda Falls". There are also traces of a power plant built in the Meiji era. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Kurakurakura Festival 2025 The "Kurakurakura Festival" will be held in again this year. The Takeda-Bungo-Ono area, which is supported by the abundant water overflowing from the mountains, has many sake breweries with a wide variety of Sake, shochu, wine, craft beer, etc.! At such a sake brewery, you will be Implementation a special experience program for Limited Time. ❚ What is the Kurakurakura Festival? In the Takeda-Bungo-Ono area, there are many sake breweries with a wide variety of Sake, shochu, wine, craft beer, and whiskey. In addition to tasting Sake, there are a lot of special experiences unique to sake breweries for a limited time. "Sake more if you know the brewery." Whether you like Sake or not, find a new way to enjoy Sake! 【Held in】June 1, 2025 (Sunday) ~ August 31, 2025 (Sunday) 【Held in】8 breweries in the Takeda and Bungo-Ono areas Please check the link below for details. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250526event-bungoono/...

Hydrangea of Puguang Temple ❚ Flowering status as of May 22, 2025 Fumitsu Temple is located in Asaji, Bungo-Ono City Oita Prefecture. It is also famous as a Attraction for hydrangeas. Currently, hydrangea is mostly buds. We will inform you of the flowering status as it becomes available. 【Place】Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture 【Transportation Access】 About 10 minutes by Car from JR Asaji Station 【Car parking lot】Available (free) 【Toilet】Yes ❚ Puguang Temple The Magaibutsu carved in the precincts is about 11 meters high including the pedestal, making it one of the largest Magaibutsu Buddhas in Japan. The giant Buddha in the center is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a phase of fury, that is, an angry face, but this Magaibutsu Buddha has been exposed to the elements for many years and has a round and gentle expression. He is a big Fudo Myoo, but he has a very Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. Puguang Temple is also known as the "hydrangea Temple", and many hydrangeas are planted. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea flowers and Magaibutsu. The hydrangeas planted are protected by the temple and the local community. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

The 38th Famous water Hakusan River Firefly Festival The "Famous Water Hakusan River Firefly Festival" will be held in at the Inazumi Underwater Cave Square in Mie Town, Bungo-Ono City. On the day of the Festival, various events are also held. Locally produced fresh vegetables, sake buns, and brown sugar buns are also on sale! Held in mainly by locals, it is a cozy festivals. Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 Light rain *Judgment in case of rain is 8:00 on the day 【Place】Inazumi Underwater Cave Square 【Other】Sales of Locally Produced Fresh Vegetables, Sake Manju, Brown Sugar Manju, etc. * The first 200 people will receive a commemorative gift. [Schedule] 16:00 Karaoke Contest 17:00 Hoyu Drum 17:30 Opening Ceremony 17:50 Okuhata Kagura 19:20 Fan Dance 19:50 Mochi throwing 20:00 Firefly viewing 【Organizer】Hakusan River Protection Association ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250514event-mie/...

Bungo-Ono City 20th Anniversary Ceremony Bungo-Ono City celebrated its 20th anniversary as a city on March 31, 2025. To commemorate this, a commemorative ceremony and a commemorative cultural performance will be held in. Admission is free, so please come and visit. ❚ Commemorative Ceremony 【Date and time】 Sunday, May 25, 2025 [Place] Eightopia Ono Large Hall 【Admission】 free [Schedule] 12:00 Open 12:40 Opening "Japanese Drum Performance by Hoyukai" 13:00 Ceremony to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the city's incorporation 14:00 Commemorative Cultural Performance [Booth Exhibition] In the entrance hall, there are Thereare booths of Taito Ward and Bungo-Ono City, which are friendly exchange cities ▶ Taito City Exhibition Booth Specialties of Taito Ward, a friendship exchange city of Bungo-Ono City, will be exhibited and sold (planned). ▶ Bungo-Ono City Exhibition Booth There are exhibitions related to the birth of Bungo-Ono City, as well as exhibitions and sales of products. ❚ Commemorative Cultural Performance "Funny guys from Asakusa! ｣ Live valve and opera "Asakusa Paradise" in Bungo Ohno Ver "Asakusa Paradise" is a comedy that mixes live bento, opera, and Japanese drums produced by the live bento "Aso Hachiku" and "Asoko Hachiku" from Mie. It is performed mainly in Asakusa, Taito Ward, and has gained popularity. The people of Asakusa Paradise are coming to celebrate the twentieth birthday of Bungo-Ono City! In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the city, cultural exchange between Asakusa and Bungo-Ono will unfold. This time, as the Bungo Ohno version, a new song based on dried shiitake mushrooms will be performed, and the members of the Mie Sogo High School Kagura Club and the chorus recruited from the Citizens will also appear. Although it is called an opera, it is a comedy without formality. 【Date and time】 May 25, 2025 Start 14:00 End 15:30 (planned) [Place] The Great Hall of Eightopia 【Admission】 free [Story] Asakusa Paradise group who came to celebrate the 20th birthday of Bungo-Ono City. What awaited them was the world of Kagura. However, even though it's a celebration, Amaterasu is locked in Iwato? Katsuben and opera, Japanese Drum, Kagura, dance... Can we join forces with the Citizens to open the door? 【Contact】 ▶ About the commemorative ceremony Bungo-Ono City General Affairs Division Mayor's Office Phone 0974-22-1001 ▶ Commemorative Cultural Performance Town Planning Promotion Division Town Planning Promotion Division Culture and Arts Promotion Section Phone 0974-221001 ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250501event-mie/...

On April 29, 2025, the opening of the mountain was held in in Tilting Mountain. On the day of the event, many climbers visited the slope. Now the azaleas are also blooming, and the pink petals are beautiful. From now on, the fresh greenery will be beautiful, so please enjoy climbing safely. ■■ When climbing ● When climbing, please prepare enough equipment and food, and put safety first. ●There are There are many precious alpine plants in Grandmother Mountain and Tilting Mountain. To protect nature, please do not fold or take it home. ■■Tilting Mountain A famous peak with an Elevation of 1605m along with Mt. Grandmother. Vertical cliffs develop around the summit, and the rocky peaks of the northward slope, Yoshisaku Fall, Futatsubozu, and Mitsubozu are wonderful, and the scenery is Powerful Presence and steep rocky peaks with a backward slope on both sides. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

【Jinkaku Temple and Rhododendron】 Shinkaku Temple Temple in Asaji, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. Rhododendron blooms and is beautiful. The pale pink petals are very beautiful. Shooting date: April 21, 2025 [Place] Shinkaku Temple (Torida, Asaji, Bungo-Ono City) ▶ Car parking available ▶ Toilet available ■■Shinkaku Temple Shinkaku Temple is an ancient temple with a history of more than 1,000 years. Used on a ridge consisting of columnar joints of molten tuff about 15 million years ago, it has a great view and has often been used as a base point for battles. Many rhododendrons are planted in the precincts, and it is crowded with many visitors during the season. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Broadcasting the best places in the city on our Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/satonotabiii/...

Rhododendron at Jinkaku Temple As of April 21, 2025 Rhododendron at Shinkaku Temple in Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. Rhododendron blooms and is beautiful. The pale pink petals are very beautiful. [Place] Shinkaku Temple (Torida, Asaji, Bungo-Ono City) ▶ Car parking available ▶ Toilet available ■■Shinkaku Temple Shinkaku Temple is an ancient temple with a history of more than 1,000 years. Used on a ridge consisting of columnar joints of molten tuff about 15 million years ago, it has a great view and has often been used as a base point for battles. Many rhododendrons are planted in the precincts, and it is crowded with many visitors during the season. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Button cherry blossoms in Eboshi Park ❚ Flowering status as of April 17, 2025 Button cherry blossoms at "Eboshi Park" in Ono Town, Bungo-Ono City. Currently, it blooms for about 7 minutes. Flowering is progressing. On Saturdays and Sundays, flowering is likely to progress even more. [Place] Eboshi Park (Ono Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture) ▶ Car parking available ▶ Toilet available (temporary) ▶ Access About 15 minutes Car from Roadside Station Ono ❚ Eboshi Park Maintenance park in the Precincts of Water Temple built on Mt. Mt. Eboshi. Famous landmarks of button cherry blossoms with about 500 button cherry blossoms in full bloom. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250418spot-oono-2/...