Bungo-Ono City, which is the only city in Kyushu that has been recognized as both a "Japan Geopark" and a "UNESCO Eco Park", has a vast Nature landscape Unfolds where you can enjoy Seasonal Nature.
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!
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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Shoshun Mai Hatsu Dedication Ontake Kagura
❚ Held on January 3, 2026
“Shoshun Mai Hatsu Dedication Ontake Kagura” will be held at Kagura Hall in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
The New Year performance takes place on the Kagura Hiroba in front of Kagura Hall. Admission is free.
Please invite your family and friends and join us.
[Date and Time] Saturday, January 3, 2026, 11:30–15:00 (doors open at 11:00)
[Venue] Kagura Hall, Kagura Hiroba (outdoors; seating mats will be laid)
*This event will be held outdoors. Please prepare your own cold-weather gear and seating (zabuton cushions, lap blankets, chairs, etc.).
*In case of rain, the event will move to the Kagura Hall multipurpose hall (straw mats will cover the entire floor).
[Admission] Free
[Performing Group] Ontake Kagura
Program
Kamitsugu
Tsunobari
Gokokumai
Kamikai
Yakumoharai
Oogami
Organizer / Event Inquiries
Kagura Hall TEL 0974-35-2372
Access from Fukuoka, Kumamoto, and other areas to central Bungoono City
About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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Illuminations at Chitose Hanahiroba
Illuminations are on display at Chitose Hanahiroba in Chitosemachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
Various illuminations, including gourd lanterns, have been installed.
This year the display has expanded to 150,000 lights. The illuminations created by local residents make Chitosemachi sparkle at night.
The Chitose Hanahiroba illuminations run until February 1, 2026, so if you haven't seen them yet, why not take a look?
Date and Time: Sunday, November 30, 2025 – Sunday, February 1, 2026
Lighting hours: 5:30 PM–9:00 PM
*Lighting start times may vary depending on sunset.
Location: Chitose Hanahiroba (906-1 Shimoyama, Chitosemachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture)
Admission: Free
Parking: Available (a 100-yen cooperation fee is requested)
Admission is free to enjoy, but a parking cooperation fee is requested to help with upkeep and management.
■■ Access from Fukuoka Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture and beyond to central Bungoono City ■■
About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from beppu station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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The Hyotan Festival was held on December 7, 2025, in Chitose-cho, Bungo-Ōno City, Oita Prefecture.
Although the festival is properly called the "Shimotsuki Festival," it is commonly known as the "Hyotan Festival," named after the central ceremonial figure, Hyotan-sama.
This festival has been handed down for more than 800 years in the Takahata and Shibayama districts of Chitose-cho around Shibayama Hachiman Shrine in Bungo-Ōno City.
Hyotan-sama, wearing a long gourd on the head, a large *miki*-filled (sacred sake) gourd suspended from the shoulder, and large straw sandals (*waraji*), is accompanied by a divine horse and lion dancers. Hyotan-sama parades along the approach to the shrine to the calls of "yoisho, yoisho." Hyotan-sama dispenses *miki* from the shoulder-hung gourd to people along the route, praying for good health, protection from illness, and a bountiful harvest.
In addition to the procession, lion dances and *kagura* (Shinto ritual dances) are performed.
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From JR Hakata Station (Fukuoka): about a 3-hour drive.
From JR Kumamoto Station (Kumamoto): about a 2-hour drive.
From JR Beppu Station (Oita): about a 1-hour 20-minute drive.
From JR Yufuin Station (Oita): about a 1-hour 20-minute drive.
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Ogata Sanja Kawagoe Shimatsuri was held
On December 6, 2025, the Ogata Sanja Kawagoe Shimatsuri took place around Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
The Kawagoe Shimatsuri is an annual festival when the deities of the three Ogata shrines (Ichinomiya, Ninomiya, and Sannomiya) come together.
The portable shrine from Ichinomiya Shrine and the portable shrine from Sannomiya Shrine gather at Ninomiya Shrine.
The event was shortened from two days to one this year. Despite challenges such as a shortage of people to carry the mikoshi, the organizers’ determination to keep the festival alive has preserved the tradition.
At night, young men wearing traditional loincloths carry the Sannomiya mikoshi through the cold river, guided by torchlight. Their calls of “Essa hoisa” echo as they pass through the torii above the falls and wade across the river, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
■■■ Access from Fukuoka Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture and other areas to central Bungoono City ■■■
About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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Illuminations are lit at JR Miemachi Station
❚ Held from December 5, 2025 to January 31, 2026
Illuminations are on display at JR Miemachi Station in Mie-machi, Bungo-ono City, Oita Prefecture, organized by the Mie Branch of Bungo-ono City Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The lights glitter and lend a festive glow to Miemachi Station.
Why not visit Miemachi Station this winter?
Date and Time: Friday, December 5, 2025–Saturday, January 31, 2026
Location: JR Miemachi Station (2930 Akamine, Mie-machi, Bungo-ono City, Oita Prefecture)
Lighting Hours: 5:00 PM–1:00 AM (next day)
■■■ Access from places such as Fukuoka and Kumamoto to central Bungo-ono City ■■■
About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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Yujaku Yokagura Mizukagami: A Scene from Taijin
On November 15, 2025, Yujaku Yokagura Mizukagami took place in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture in Kyushu.
This one-day night kagura, held during the autumn foliage season, began thanks to the passion of local young people. Performed on a stage set above Shinji Pond, the kagura dances are mirrored on the water, creating a magical scene of reflected autumn colors and ritual performance.
Taijin is the final kagura dance, expressing gratitude for the safe completion of the offering performance.
In the hushed venue, the sounds of drums and flutes resound pleasantly.
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A Scene from Yakumobarai in the Yujaku Night Kagura Mizukagami
On November 15, 2025, the Yujaku Night Kagura Mizukagami took place in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu
This one-night-only night kagura, held during the autumn foliage season, began thanks to the passionate efforts of local young people. Dances of the kagura are performed on a stage set above Shinji Pond, creating a beautiful, otherworldly scene as the maple leaves and the kagura are reflected on the water.
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Yusaku Park autumn leaves
❚ Autumn foliage status as of November 25, 2025
Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
It is one of Oita Prefecture’s representative spots for autumn colors.
The maple leaves around Shinji Pond are just past their peak.
Areas farther from the pond are further along in their color change, offering a lovely mix of green, yellow, and red leaves.
Fallen leaves have increased with the wind. Some spots still show beautiful foliage, while others have many fallen leaves.
We will update the foliage status as it changes.
The 2025 Yusaku Park light-up has ended.
Location: Yusaku Park (Ageozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture)
Parking: available
■■■ Access from central Bungoono City from places such as Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture ■■■
About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture
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Yusaku Park autumn leaves
❚ Autumn foliage status as of November 20, 2025
Yusaku Park, located in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
It is one of Oita Prefecture’s representative autumn leaf viewing spots.
Overall, the foliage is about 70% along. The area around Shinji Pond should be at its peak this week. Areas farther from the pond are also progressing in color. You can enjoy a palette of green, yellow, and red leaves, which are beautiful. Some trees are already starting to shed leaves that flutter in the wind, but on sunny days the colors look especially vivid. Why not head out to Yusaku Park and be wrapped in autumn hues?
During the Yosaku Tourism Momiji Festival, local residents sell kusa-mochi (grass rice cakes) and other treats. If you see them, try one while you can.
We will continue to provide updates on the foliage status.
The Yusaku Park light-up runs through this week, from November 21 to 23. Some paths are dim at night, so we recommend bringing a flashlight.
■■■ Access to central Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture, and others ■■■
About a 3-hour drive from JR hakata station in Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR kumamoto station in Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR beppu station in Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture
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Yusaku Park autumn leaves
❚ Autumn foliage status as of November 17, 2025
Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
It is one of Oita Prefecture’s representative spots for autumn colors.
Overall, the foliage is about 60 percent along. The area around Shinji Pond seems to be at its peak this week. Even spots farther from the pond are progressing, so you can enjoy green, yellow, and red leaves that make for a beautiful sight.
This week looks good for viewing the autumn colors.
During the Yujaku Kanko Momiji Festival, local people sell kusa mochi and other treats. If you see them, give them a try.
We will keep sharing updates on the foliage status.
The Yusaku Park illumination runs through this week, from November 21 to 23, three nights in total. Some areas are dark at night, so we recommend bringing a flashlight.
Location: Yusaku Park (Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture)
Parking: Available
Remaining illumination dates: November 21 (Fri), 22 (Sat), 23 (Sun)
▶ Hours: From sunset until 9:00 PM
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About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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