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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On April 29, 2025, the mountain-opening ceremony was held on Mt. Katamuki.
Many climbers visited Mt. Katamuki that day.
Akebono azaleas are now in bloom, and their pink petals are beautiful.
The fresh green season is coming, so please enjoy hiking safely.
■■When climbing
●Prepare sufficient gear and food for your hike, and put safety first.
●Mt. Sobo and Mt. Katamuki host many precious alpine plants. To protect nature, please do not pick or take them home.
■■Mt. Katamuki
A famous peak rising to 1,605 m, often mentioned alongside Mt. Sobo. Steep vertical cliffs develop around the summit, and the northward ridge features stunning rock peaks such as Maekubi, Kichisaku Otoshi, Futatsubozu, and Mitsubozu. On both sides stand towering rearward rock peaks, creating an impressive landscape.
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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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Kamikadoji Temple and the Rhododendrons
Kamikadoji Temple sits in Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu.
The rhododendrons bloom in profusion and look beautiful.
Their pale pink petals are especially lovely.
Date photographed: April 21, 2025
Location
Kamikadoji Temple (Torita, Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City)
▶ Parking available
▶ Restroom available
Kamikadoji Temple
Kamikadoji Temple is an ancient temple with over a thousand years of history. It stands on a ridge made of columnar joints of welded tuff formed about 15 million years ago, offering excellent views and historically serving as a strategic stronghold in battles. The temple grounds are planted with many rhododendrons, drawing many visitors during the season.
Access 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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Rhododendrons at Jinkakuji
As of April 21, 2025
The rhododendrons at Jinkakuji in Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu.
The rhododendrons are in full bloom and look beautiful.
The pale pink petals are especially lovely.
Location
Jinkakuji (Torida, Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City)
▶ Parking available
▶ Restrooms available
Jinkakuji
Jinkakuji is an ancient temple with a history of more than a thousand years. It sits on a ridge of columnar joints formed from welded tuff about 15 million years ago, giving it excellent views and making it a strategic stronghold in past conflicts. The temple grounds are planted with many rhododendrons and attract many visitors during the season.
Access 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
Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu
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Botan cherry blossoms at Eboshi Park
❚ Bloom status as of April 17, 2025
The botan cherry blossoms at Eboshi Park in Oono, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture.
They are now about 70% in bloom. Blossoming is progressing.
Blooming is likely to advance further over the weekend.
[Location]
Eboshi Park (Oono, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture)
▶ Parking available
▶ Restroom available (temporary)
▶ Access: about a 15-minute drive from Roadside Station Oono
❚ Eboshi Park
The park was created within the precincts of Josui-ji Temple on Mt. Eboshidake. It is a famous spot for botan cherry blossoms, with about 500 trees in full bloom.
■■■ 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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The 82nd Inukai Donko Fishing Tournament
The Donko Fishing Tournament in Inukai Town, which began in 1929 (Showa 4), now marks its 82nd edition this year and has become widely known as the town of Donko.
This year’s event includes attractions designed to delight the children, who are the stars of the day.
Please join us for a Donko Fishing Tournament full of fun.
Date and Time
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Donko fishing registration starts / 8:30–10:30 Registration location / Tournament venue entrance
Location
Downstream of Inukai Ohashi Bridge (National Route 10 side)
Kuhara, Inukai Town, Bungo-Ono City
Entry Fee
500 yen per participant
Bait included (first time only; additional bait 200 yen)
Participation prize / child patch (for elementary school children and younger)
* Fishing gear sets are available for rent (fee applies)
* Payment of the entry fee grants access to the Treasure Hunt (for elementary school children and younger), weighing and judging for the Donko Fishing Tournament, and the fun prize lottery.
Prizes
Many prizes including 1st–3rd place, biggest fish award, and special awards
Schedule
■ 11:00–11:30 Treasure Hunt
Children will be divided into three groups (under elementary school age; grades 1–3; grades 4–6).
■ 12:00–13:00 Weigh-in and judging registration
■ 13:15 (planned) Results announcement and awards
■ 13:30–14:00 Prize lottery with luxurious prizes
Other Events
■ Food stalls 9:00–
Plenty of delicious food.
■ Exciting Fishing 10:30–
Fun even for very young children.
Participation fee 200 yen
Additional Information
Event will proceed in light rain.
* Even if the weather is fine on the day, the event will be canceled if the river is swollen.
For safety, do not enter the water above knee level.
Wear a life jacket when playing in the river.
Young children must be accompanied by a guardian at all times.
Event Inquiries
Bungo-Ono City Inukai Branch Office Phone: 097-578-1111
Access 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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Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture
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Cherry Blossom Report: Ontakesan Sakura Road as of April 3, 2025
The cherry trees along the road on Mt. Ontake in Kiyokawamachi, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture are at their best.
They seem to be at their peak now, with some petals starting to fall in the wind.
The views are excellent, making it a great drive.
Location: Kiyokawamachi, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture
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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, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture
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❚ The 33rd Ogata Tulip Festa 2025
A tulip festival held in Kyushu, Oita Prefecture, Bungo Ono City.
This year, 158 varieties and 200,000 tulips plus two types of rape blossoms will burst into bloom around Harajiri Falls.
Enjoy a spring filled with flowers.
The Tulip Festa relies on the support of some 700 volunteers from inside and outside the city.
■ Dates and Times
Friday, April 4, 2025 – Sunday, April 13, 2025
■ Location
Around Harajiri Falls
■ Stage Events During the Period
[Sat, April 5] 10:00–15:00 Bungo Folk Village (music)
[Sun, April 6] From 10:30 Ogata Children’s Drums Ogata Akatsuki Taiko (Japanese drums)
11:30 Eisa dance performance
[Sat, April 12] 11:00 Jewelry’S (elementary and junior high baton twirling)
13:00 Harp Diva (harp, violin, vocals)
[Sun, April 13] 11:30 Mask-changing show
12:30 Hula dance
13:45 Mask-changing show
■ Events During the Period
[Throughout] Take-home Tulip Corner
Over 100 varieties of tulips will be sold at 100 yen per stem.
[Throughout] Tulip Marche and Gourmet Corner
Enjoy food from kitchen cars and food stalls.
[Weekends] Goods and Sweets Corner
Various shops and wonderful items gather in one place.
[Sat, April 5] Kyuden Group High-altitude Work Vehicle Ride Experience
View the tulip and rape blossom fields from above. (May be canceled in case of rain.)
[Throughout] Street Performer SATOYA Performance Show
Delivering smiles and moving moments
Performance dates: April 5 (Sat), April 6 (Sun), and April 8 (Tue)–April 12 (Sat)
[Weekends] SOUTHWAVE Boat Sightseeing Tour
Circle the area by boat near the falls and enjoy the powerful scenery.
Apply here for the boat tour
■ Request for Sunny-chan Fundraising
We have placed a donation box at the event headquarters to renew the Sunny-chan mascot costume.
We appreciate your cooperation.
■ Parking
[Mon–Fri] You may park at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls.
[Sat, Sun] Please use Ogata General Sports Park (temporary parking lot).
■ Free Shuttle Bus Service
On weekends during the period, a free shuttle bus will run between the temporary parking lot and the festa venue.
Service dates: April 5 (Sat), April 6 (Sun), April 12 (Sat), April 13 (Sun)
Service hours: 9:00–16:30
* Please check the final departure times.
* From 2025, no sponsorship fee will be collected at the bus boarding point.
Requests
Although the roadside station keeps its parking available year-round, on weekends during the festival we ask you to use the temporary parking lot and the free shuttle bus to ensure safety and ease congestion. (On weekdays, the venue parking is open.)
If you bring pets, please use a dedicated cage or similar to avoid inconveniencing others. One of the free shuttle buses does not allow pets.
Shuttles run as needed, so please follow staff instructions when boarding. You may have to wait to board depending on the time.
If the driver or a passenger holds a physical disability certificate and using the free shuttle bus is difficult, vehicle access to the venue is possible. (The number of parking spaces is limited.) Please present the certificate to the traffic guidance staff to receive a passage permit and display it near the front windshield.
There is a motorcycle parking area near the venue, but spaces are limited, so please use the temporary parking lot when possible.
■ Event Inquiries
Tulip Festa Executive Committee Office Phone: 0974-42-2111
■■■ Access 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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Plum Blossom Update – Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum as of March 10
The Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum, located in Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu, sits within a park where many plum trees are planted.
Overall, the blossoms have progressed and are now at their best viewing stage.
They are blooming beautifully, so this week should be a great time to visit.
Location: Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum (1587-11 Ikeda, Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City)
Parking: Available (free)
Opening hours: 10:00–17:00
Closed: Mondays (the following day if Monday is a public holiday)
The Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum will be temporarily closed from March 17 to March 28, 2025, but the park remains open for walking.
■■■ Access to central Bungo Ono City ■■■
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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Plum Bloom Report — Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum as of March 6
The Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum in Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu
Many plum trees are planted throughout the park.
Overall, the blossoms are progressing and looking beautiful.
We will report on the blooming status as it develops.
Location: Asakura Fumio Memorial Museum (1587-11 Ikeda, Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City)
Parking: Available (free)
Opening hours: 10:00–17:00
Closed: Mondays (if a public holiday falls on Monday, closed the following day)
The museum will be temporarily closed from March 17 to March 28, 2025, but the park’s plum trees will still be viewable.
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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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Tulip Festival Dates Announced!
The 33rd Ogata Tulip Festa 2025
The dates and times for the 2025 Tulip Festa have been set.
This year, 200,000 bulbs across 158 tulip varieties and two types of rapeseed flowers will bloom around Harajiri Falls.
We will share detailed event information as soon as it becomes available.
Date and Time
Friday, April 4, 2025 – Sunday, April 13, 2025
Location
Around Harajiri Falls (Ogata, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture)
Note: On Saturdays and Sundays during the event period, the Roadside Station Harajiri Falls parking lot will not be available.
Shuttle buses will operate from temporary parking areas.
Event Inquiries
Tulip Festa Executive Committee Office Phone: 0974-42-2111
Access to Central Bungo Ono 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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