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.
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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.
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Autumn leaves at Hoshoji Temple
❚ Autumn foliage status as of November 17, 2025
The autumn leaves at Hoshoji Temple in Kiyokawa-cho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
The peak has just passed.
The 2025 Hoshoji Temple light-up ended on the 15th.
We will report the foliage status as it changes.
Location: Hoshoji Temple (Udae 1639, Kiyokawa-cho, Bungoono City)
Parking: Available
■ Hoshoji Temple
Hoshoji Temple is a venerable temple with more than 800 years of history. Known as “Colorful Hoshoji” and “Hoshoji in Autumn,” it displays vivid hues during the autumn foliage season.
During the event period, a light-up is held, and its magical atmosphere enchants visitors.
■■■ Access to downtown 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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Autumn colors at Hoshoji Temple in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu.
This little-known spot lets you enjoy the fall foliage at a relaxed pace during the daytime.
Each year, the local community lights up the temple for about a week.
At night, the illuminated leaves and their reflections create a beautiful scene.
The gradient from green to red is stunning, inviting you to lose track of time as you watch.
Location: Hoshoji Temple (1639 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City)
Parking: Available
About Hoshoji Temple
Hoshoji is an esteemed ancient temple with more than 800 years of history.
Nicknamed “Colorful Hoshoji” and “Hoshoji in Autumn,” it bursts into vivid hues during the fall.
During the event period, the light-up adds a dreamlike atmosphere that captivates visitors.
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Autumn leaves at Yujaku Park
❚ Foliage status as of November 12, 2025
Yujaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
This park is one of Oita Prefecture’s representative autumn foliage spots.
Overall, about 30–40% of the leaves have changed color. The area around Shinji Pond is starting to turn first. Areas around Tanji Pond and places farther from the ponds are still mostly green, but the mix of green and red now creates a beautiful gradient of leaves.
During the Yujaku Tourism Momiji Festival, local residents sell kusamochi (herb rice cakes) and other treats. If you see them, try one.
We will update the foliage status as it changes.
Please note that the Yujaku Park light-up follows a fixed schedule. Some paths are dark at night, so we recommend bringing a flashlight. On the 15th, Yujaku Night Kagura Suikyo will take place, and Yujaku Park Parking will be unavailable for certain hours.
Location: Yujaku Park (Aoji-machi Kamiotsuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture)
Parking: Available
Remaining light-up dates: Friday, November 14; Sunday, November 16; Friday, November 21; Saturday, November 22; Sunday, November 23
Time: From sunset until 9:00 PM
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From JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture: about a 3-hour drive
From JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture: about a 2-hour drive
From JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture: about a 1 hour 20 minute drive
From JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture: about a 1 hour 20 minute drive
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Autumn leaves at Hōshōji Temple
❚ Foliage status as of November 11, 2025
The autumn leaves at Hōshōji Temple in Kiyokawacho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
About 70% of the trees have changed color, and it is at its peak viewing time.
This spot is not widely known, so you can enjoy the foliage quietly during the day.
The light-up runs until November 15. The illuminated leaves and their reflections are beautiful at night.
Come to Hōshōji Temple to see the vivid autumn colors.
We will provide updates on the foliage status as they become available.
Location: Hōshōji Temple (1639 Udae, Kiyokawacho, Bungoono City)
Parking: Available
Kiyokawa “Sai” Hōshōji Autumn
During the event, light-up displays will be held.
Event period: Saturday, November 8, 2025 to Saturday, November 15, 2025
Access to Bungoono City center
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 13th Asaji Kagura Festival / 26th Miyama-style Iwato Kagura Exchange Tournament
❚ Held on November 30, 2025
The 13th Asaji Kagura Festival / 26th Miyama-style Iwato Kagura Exchange Tournament will take place at Asaji Community Center in Asaji Town, Bungoono City.
This Asaji Kagura Festival centers on the Miyama-style Asaji Kagura Preservation Society and the Itaisako Shinmeisha Kagura Troupe, both inheritors of the Miyama style, one of the Ono-line Iwato Kagura traditions originating in Asaji Town.
Come see the bold yet lively dances in person at the venue.
Food trucks and vendor stalls will also be on site.
Date and Time: Sunday, November 30, 2025, 9:00–16:00
*If it rains, the event moves to the Asaji Community Center Hall
Location: Special venue at Asaji Community Center (Tsuboizumi, Asaji Town, Bungoono City)
*Parking: Asaji Ground (space is limited, so please carpool when possible)
*Please bring warm clothing and a ground sheet or blanket.
Admission: Free
Schedule
09:00 Ritual ceremony
09:25 Opening ceremony
09:30 Tachibanaoki Shrine folk kagura (Taketa City)
10:00 Miyadokoro Shrine affiliated performers (Taketa City)
10:30 Itaisako Shinmeisha Kagura Troupe (Bungoono City)
11:00 Hoyo Kagura (Oita City)
11:30 Futamata Tenso Shrine Kagura Company (Taketa City)
12:00 Shirayuri Little Taiko (Taketa City)
12:30 Iyotoko Gohashira Shrine Kagura Company (Oita City)
13:00 Ogi Shrine folk kagura (Taketa City)
13:30 Negino Shrine Kagura Company (Taketa City)
14:00 Miyama-style Asaji Kagura Preservation Society (Bungoono City)
14:30 Tachibanaoki Shrine folk kagura
After the performance
Mochi scattering and a lottery to win Asaji beef
For event inquiries
Bungoono City Hall Asaji Branch Office TEL 0974-72-1111
Access 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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Hoshoji Temple
❚ Autumn foliage status as of October 31, 2025
Autumn leaves at Hoshoji Temple in Kiyokawa, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
The trees are still mostly green overall.
We will report on the foliage progress here as it changes.
Location: Hoshoji Temple (1639 Udae, Kiyokawa, Bungoono City)
Parking: Available
Kiyokawa “Sai” Hoshoji Temple in Autumn
During the event period, the temple will be illuminated for night viewing.
Event period: Saturday, November 8, 2025 to Saturday, November 15, 2025
Access times to central Bungoono City
About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About 1 hour 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About 1 hour 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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Yusaku Park (Yujaku Koen)
❚ Autumn foliage status as of October 31, 2025
Yusaku Park (Yujaku Koen) in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
It is one of Oita Prefecture’s representative spots for autumn colors.
The trees are still mostly green overall. The Yusaku Tourism Momiji Festival begins on November 3. During the festival, kusa-mochi (grass rice cakes) and other items are sold.
We will report the changing foliage conditions here in sequence.
Location: Yusaku Park (Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture)
Parking: Available
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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 JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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Sugao Magaibutsu
❚ Oita Bungoono Geopark
Sugao Magaibutsu stands in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
Its full, gentle face and softly rounded shoulders show a beautifully three-dimensional carving.
Its craftsmanship is exquisitely detailed, comparable to wooden Buddhist statues in Kyoto and Nara.
Sugao Magaibutsu is thought to date from the end of the Heian period. It is carved into welded tuff from the Aso pyroclastic flow about 90,000 years ago.
It has been designated a National Important Cultural Property and a Historic Site.
Location: 466 Asase, Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
About a five-minute drive from Sugao Magaibutsu is Roadside Station Mie, which offers a panoramic view of Enaito no Kei. It’s a good spot to take a break.
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From JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture: about 3 hours by car
From JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture: about 2 hours by car
From JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture: about 1 hour 20 minutes by car
From JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture: about 1 hour 20 minutes by car
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Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2025
❚ Held on November 15, 2025
“Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2025” will take place at Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City.
The bold Kagura dances will be reflected on the surface of the Shinji Pond.
Because the area around the pond can get cold at night, we recommend bringing a jacket.
Date and Time: Saturday, November 15, 2025
※If it rains, the event will be postponed to the following day.
Location: Yusaku Park (Ageotsuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City)
Parking
From 14:00 on the day of the event, parking in and around the venue is not permitted.
A shuttle bus will operate to and from Asaji Community Center, so please use it.
▶ Parking: Asaji Community Center
▶ Service Hours: 15:00–21:00
▶ Contribution: 300 yen
Performers
Itaisako Shinmeisha Kagura Troupe
Miyama-style Asaji Kagura Preservation Society
Ogata Sansha Kagura Preservation Society
Organizer
Asaji Town Youth Division Mizukagami Executive Committee
Event Inquiries
Bungoono City Hall, Asaji Branch TEL 0974-72-1111
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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 JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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On October 26, 2025, the Ontake-style Kagura Festival was held at Nogaba Park, the 'Home of Kagura' 😊
Alongside Kiyokawa Town’s Ontake Kagura and the Kiyokawa Children's Kagura Preservation Society, four kagura troupes from inside and outside the prefecture gathered to offer a performance.
One highlight of the festival was the meeting kagura.
The meeting kagura, with three troupes performing the same piece on three separate stages, delivered a powerful spectacle.
Under the clear autumn sky, many kagura fans visited the venue and enjoyed a day of bold and magnificent dances.
The Ontake Kagura passed down in Kiyokawa, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, is said to have begun in 1449, the first year of Hōtoku, when Ontake Shrine was founded.
It has been handed down for many years, and kagura following this tradition spread through Ono, Naoiri, the southern part of the prefecture, and as far as the Aso region. In 2007 it was designated a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.
The Ontake-style Kagura Festival has been held since 1988 to reexamine this regional culture of kagura born from Kiyokawa’s local environment and to promote regional revitalization through kagura.
As a crystallization of local culture that brings together traditional arts from each area, the Ontake Kagura centers on bold, splendid dances, and the Kiyokawa Children's Kagura Preservation Society’s graceful performances continue to captivate many kagura fans and carry the Ontake tradition forward.
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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 JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture
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Kyushu, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture
Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots
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