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Oita City, Saiki, Usuki
Oita
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Oita City, Saiki, Usuki
Oita
4.2
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Oita City, Saiki, Usuki
Saiki is a tourist spot designated as a historical environment preservation area, with a "Road of History and Culture" as the castle town of the Saiki clan. Usuki, the castle town of Usuki Castle, retains the town layout from the early Edo period as it is, with beautiful white walls and spots where you can feel the remnants of history and literature. The "National Treasure Usuki Stone Buddhas," which is said to grant all wishes, is an omnipotent Buddha, and 61 of them are designated as national treasures.
Oita City, Saiki, Usuki
5 Highlights
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Umihotaru
An aquarium with a theme of interacting with sea creatures
At Umihotaru, which has a theme of interacting with sea creatures, you can touch starfish and enjoy shows and interactions with sea lions. The aquarium has no glass, allowing you to see the natural appearance of sea creatures, making it a fun place for both adults and children.
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Umihotaru
An aquarium with a theme of interacting with sea creatures
At Umihotaru, which has a theme of interacting with sea creatures, you can touch starfish and enjoy shows and interactions with sea lions. The aquarium has no glass, allowing you to see the natural appearance of sea creatures, making it a fun place for both adults and children.
02
Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden
A zoo where you can see wild Japanese macaques up close
There are about 1,000 Japanese macaques living in the park, and you can see wild monkeys up close. Feeding is done every 30 minutes, and it might be interesting to observe the ecology of the monkeys, such as the movement of the group, which cannot be seen on a regular basis.
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Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden
A zoo where you can see wild Japanese macaques up close
There are about 1,000 Japanese macaques living in the park, and you can see wild monkeys up close. Feeding is done every 30 minutes, and it might be interesting to observe the ecology of the monkeys, such as the movement of the group, which cannot be seen on a regular basis.
03
Futamigaura
A spot with an impressive sunrise rising from the Meoto Iwa
Futamigaura is famous for the Meoto Iwa, which consists of a 17-meter-tall male rock and a 10-meter-tall female rock tied together with a straw rope that is about 65 meters long, with a maximum diameter of 75 centimeters and a weight of about 2 tons. The length of the straw rope is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records. The sunrise rising between the Meoto Iwa is very impressive.
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Futamigaura
A spot with an impressive sunrise rising from the Meoto Iwa
Futamigaura is famous for the Meoto Iwa, which consists of a 17-meter-tall male rock and a 10-meter-tall female rock tied together with a straw rope that is about 65 meters long, with a maximum diameter of 75 centimeters and a weight of about 2 tons. The length of the straw rope is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records. The sunrise rising between the Meoto Iwa is very impressive.
04
Oita Bank Akarenga Building
A landmark in Oita City and a symbol of finance and economy
Built in 1913 as the former head office of the 23rd National Bank. Designed by the architectural firm Tatsuno and Okada, it is designated as a registered tangible cultural property by the government. It is the only remaining Western-style building from the Meiji period in Oita City and currently houses a select shop and cafe.
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Oita Bank Akarenga Building
A landmark in Oita City and a symbol of finance and economy
Built in 1913 as the former head office of the 23rd National Bank. Designed by the architectural firm Tatsuno and Okada, it is designated as a registered tangible cultural property by the government. It is the only remaining Western-style building from the Meiji period in Oita City and currently houses a select shop and cafe.
05
Tsurugisaki Lighthouse (Former Navy Observation Tower)
A natural park located at the easternmost point of Kyushu
This lighthouse stands on a 200-meter cliff in Tsurugisaki Natural Park, which is located at the easternmost point of Kyushu. It was completed and lit in 1981. This park is crowded with many people on New Year's Day to see the first sunrise, as it is the first place in Kyushu to see the sun rise.
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Tsurugisaki Lighthouse (Former Navy Observation Tower)
A natural park located at the easternmost point of Kyushu
This lighthouse stands on a 200-meter cliff in Tsurugisaki Natural Park, which is located at the easternmost point of Kyushu. It was completed and lit in 1981. This park is crowded with many people on New Year's Day to see the first sunrise, as it is the first place in Kyushu to see the sun rise.
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Cafes and Gourmet around Oita Station
A fierce gourmet battle zone around Oita Station, where restaurants are densely packed.
The area around Oita Station, where restaurants are densely packed, is a fierce gourmet battle zone. There are many unique cafes, such as retro-style long-established coffee shops, book cafes where you can take a break while reading, and coffee shops where you can enjoy home-roasted coffee. Why not take a break during your stroll and enjoy Oita City's cafe gourmet?
Amu Plaza Oita
A shopping spot where you can find food and souvenirs from Oita.
Amu Plaza Oita is a gourmet and shopping spot located at Oita Station where you can find food and souvenirs from Oita. With approximately 240 stores mainly targeting women, there are plenty of restaurants and souvenir shops. There is a wide variety of Japanese, Western, and Chinese restaurants, so let your stomach decide which one to try!
Usuki Castle Town Gourmet Spots
Gourmet spots in Usuki, a castle town with stone Buddhas and a fragrance of Nanban culture.
You can taste Usuki's flavors, such as local cuisine like yellow rice and specialty Usuki fugu scattered on seafood bowls. Let's enjoy the taste in this castle town with remnants of Nanban culture from countries like Spain and Portugal!
Usuki Fugu
A specialty representing Usuki, grown in the rapid currents of the Bungo Channel.
Usuki Fugu is a specialty representing Usuki, grown in the rapid currents of the Bungo Channel. In Usuki, you can enjoy various types of fugu dishes such as sashimi, fried, hot pot, and grilled fugu. It is known for its exquisite taste that captivates even gourmets, so let's try it at a traditional Japanese restaurant or a local cuisine restaurant!
Toriten
Reasonably priced and delicious local food originated in Beppu, Oita.
Toriten is a soul food of Oita, which is reasonably priced and delicious, originated in Beppu. It is served with vinegar soy sauce or ponzu sauce. It is offered in a wide range of shops such as set meal restaurants, izakayas, and cafes, making it a gourmet food that showcases the individuality of each shop. Why not try finding your favorite toriten during your sightseeing trip?
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥5,674
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥24,057
Best Season
7~11 Month
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