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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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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[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.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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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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
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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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The Donko Fishing Tournament, which was scheduled to Held in on May 11, 2025 in Bungo-Ono City Inukai, has been canceled due to safety considerations due to the increase in river Water.
We apologize to everyone who Fun the tournament, but we Best regards for your understanding.
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On May 3, 2025, the opening of Grandmother Mountain was held in.
It is one of the represent famous mountains in Kyushu, which is also selected as a 100 Famous Mountains of Japan, and many climbers enjoyed climbing on the day. The azaleas were also blooming beautifully.
The climb was very hard, but the view at the top of the mountain is spectacular.
You can also enjoy the fresh greenery, so please enjoy climbing safely.
There are many hard courses on Mt. Soba, so please prepare enough equipment and food for climbing, and put safety first.
■■ 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.
■■Mt. Grandmother
It is a famous mountain that represent Kyushu, which is Gari Miyazaki Prefecture Oita Prefecture and is also selected as a 100 Famous Mountains of Japan.
Elevation is 1756m.
Unlike Aso and Kuju, it is an old volcano, so it forms deep valleys and steep peaks. Scenes of vegetation changing according to Elevation.
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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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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
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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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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.
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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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【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.
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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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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.
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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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