In recent years, the Sauna facilities has been enriched and it is the perfect place to spend a relaxing moment.
Please spend a healing time in the Sauna in the Nature of Bungo-Ono City.
In addition, Sauna Events that take advantage of the characteristics of the region are regularly Held in, making it an attractive Spot for Sauna lovers.
We will send out recommendations for Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, so please follow us!
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Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! Bungo-Ono City Tourist Association.
In the future, we will introduce the charm of Bungo-Ono City in Oita Prefecture in the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so please look forward to it!
◆◆◆ What is Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture?
Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, is located in the southern part of Oita Prefecture and is rich in beautiful nature and historical attractions.
Bungo-Ono City was created in 2005 by the merger of five towns and two villages (Mie, Kiyokawa, Ogata, Asaji, Ono, Chitose Village, and Inukai), and currently has a population of about 32,000.
The only Bungo-Ono City in Kyushu that has been recognized as both a "Japan Geopark" and a "UNESCO Eco Park" has a vast Nature landscape Unfolds you can enjoy Seasonal Nature.
In addition, in recent years, the Sauna facilities has been enriched, making it a great place to spend a relaxing moment.
◆◆◆ Access to Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
◇Oita Airport - Access to Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
Access from Oita Airport to Bungo-Ono City can be used by car or public transportation.
By car: It takes about one and a half hours to drive from Oita Airport to Bungo-Ono City using toll roads.
Beautiful mountains and rural scenery Unfolds along the way.
Train: From Oita Airport, it takes about 1 hour by airport bus to Oita Station. After that, you can transfer to the JR Hohi Main Line and take about 1 hour to Mie Town Station, the central station of Bungo-Ono City.
◆◆◆ Sauna Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
Bungo-Ono City in Oita Prefecture has been attracting attention as a "Sauna Town" in recent years.
Since Bungo-Ono City has long had a history of enjoying Steam Bath and stone bath culture, we made a declaration of "Sauna town" by utilizing outdoor Sauna that makes use of Nature as a Tourist Resources.
The Sauna in Bungo-Ono City provides a relaxing environment in Nature and provides Visitors with a moment of healing.
In addition, Sauna Events that take advantage of the characteristics of the region are regularly Held in, making it an attractive Spot for Sauna lovers.
◆◆◆Popular Sightseeing spots in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
◇ Harajiri Falls
Harajiri Falls is a magnificent waterfall also known as the "Niagara of the East" and is a Sightseeing spot Representative of Bungo-Ono City.
This waterfall, which is about 120 Meter wide and about 20 Meter high, has a beautiful scenery in all four seasons and is Visit by many tourists.
Especially in the fresh greenery season, you can enjoy the spectacular view of the waterfall and the surrounding nature.
◇Inazumi Underwater Cave
The Inazumi Underwater Cave is one of the few underwater limestone caves in the world.
A limestone cave formed in the Paleozoic era 300 million years ago was submerged by the Great Eruption of Aso Volcano 300,000 years ago and became an Underwater limestone cave.
More than 1,000 meters long, the cave Unfolds with beautiful stalactites and streams of groundwater, drawing you into a mystical charm.
Tourists can explore the caves through guided tours or enjoy snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Japan's best underwater cave.
◇Chinda Falls
Chinda Falls is a beautiful waterfall with a drop of about 20 meters, and rich nature spreads around the Waterfall basin.
It is one of the Geo Sites of Bungo-Ono Geopark and is designated as a National Registered Monument.
There are also traces of a power plant built in the Meiji era.
◇Yujaku Park
Yujaku Park is a vast park known for its Autumn leaves.
In autumn, more than 500 maples and Maple tree trees planted mainly in the park's Shinji Pond are dyed red and yellow, and many tourists Visit them.
On weekends and holidays during the Autumn leaves period, the Autumn leaves are Light up and you can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere.
◆◆◆ Roadside Station and Village Station in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
There are 5 Roadside Station There are in the Bungo-Ono City.
Sightseeing around the Roadside Station is also recommended.
◇Roadside Station Mie
You can see one of the one of the best scenery in Mie Town, "View of Enaido".
Fresh Local vegetables and specialty products are lined up in the Products Museum.
◇Roadside Station Kiyokawa
Fresh inexpensive vegetables and hearty handmade processed goods from producers are lined up.
hometown It is also one of of Intangible folk cultural assets Ontake Kagura.
◇Roadside Station Harajiri Falls
It is a Roadside Station adjacent to Harajiri Falls in 100 best waterfalls in Japan.
It is an easy location to stop by when sightseeing in Bungo-Ono City.
◇Roadside Station Asaji
"Nabana Oborozuki Kan" is a very characteristic building made of logs.
At Fukujusou (Adonis), you can taste the excellent cuisine of the famous Bungo Asaji Beef.
◇Roadside Station Ono
It is a Roadside Station built in the Nature of the Bungo-Ono City Fresh and you can enjoy it with plenty of vegetables and Specialty Products.
◆◆◆ Events and Festivals in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
◇ Tulip Festa
Held in every year in Spring, 300,000 colorful tulips of 100 varieties bloom around Harajiri Falls.
◇ Komatsumei (Kodai) Fire Festival is a traditional Festival that is Held in every year on the Period of Obon in August, and has become a summer tradition in the region.
The vast Ogata Plain is enveloped in the light of many torches.
◇Bungo Inukai Fireworks Festival
It is a fireworks festival with history and tradition held in Inukai, the birthplace of Bungo fireworks.
◇ Ontake-ryu Kagura Tournament
In Bungo-Ono City, where many performing arts are tradition, Kagura from all over the world, including the Local Ontake Kagura, will compete.
Ontake Kagura is said to have occurred almost at the same time as the origin of Ontake Shrine, and is the Representative Kagura of Oita Prefecture. In 2007 (Heisei 19), Kagura was designated as the first national important Intangible folk cultural asset of Oita Prefecture, and is highly regarded outside the prefecture.
◇ Bungoo's Patrol (Megurukura)
A joint brewery opening of four sake breweries in Bungo-Ono City. It is a luxurious day to drink delicious Sake and shochu and enjoy the scenery of Bungo Ono.
There are two Sake breweries and two shochu breweries in Bungo-Ono City.
Clear water gushing out of the abundant mountains and Rice and wheat nurtured by it. In a land blessed with high-quality ingredients, four sake breweries produce delicious sake.
◆◆◆ Introducing Tourist Information of Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
Bungo-Ono City in Oita Prefecture is a fascinating place with beautiful nature and rich history.
Through the beautiful scenery of the four seasons, please fully enjoy the charm of Bungo-Ono City.
We will continue to send out recommendations for Bungo-Ono City in Oita Prefecture, so please follow us!
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Kagura Kaikan August ~ November Performances
In Kiyokawa Town, Bungo-Ono City Oita Prefecture, there There are a facilities called Kagura Kaikan.
Held in general performances of Kagura on a regular basis here.
We would like to inform you of the dates of general performances from August to November.
【Place】Kagura Kaikan (810 Sunada, Kiyokawa-cho, Bungo-Ono City)
Admission: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for junior high school students and younger (500 yen more on the day)
* Tickets are accepted by advance reservation or same-day sale.
【Inquiry】Kagura Kaikan Phone 0974-35-2372
❚ August General Performances
Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025 12:30~15:30
【Performing Groups】Asakusa-ryu Matsuo Kagura, Takenoura Kagura Preservation Society
【Reservation start date】June 17, 2025~
❚ September General Performances
Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025 12:30~15:30
【Performing Groups】Asakusa-ryu Osako Kagura, Asono Kaguraza
【Reservation start date】July 21, 2025~
❚ October General Performances
Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025 12:30~15:30
【Performing Groups】Asakusa, Inuyama Kagurasha, Shonaihara Kagura Preservation Society
【Reservation start date】August 19, 2025~
❚ November General Performances
Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025 12:30~15:30
【Performing Group】Ontake Kagura
【Reservation start date】September 16, 2025~
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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2025.8.8.8 update
Due to the rain forecast on the day, the night kagura was canceled.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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