Beppu Onsen

Beppu Onsen has a unique cooking method called "jigoku-mushi." It involves steaming ingredients using the geothermal steam that springs from the hot springs. In the Tewa area of Beppu City, there are many restaurants that offer jigoku-mushi cuisine. Representative dishes include jigoku-mushi eggs, jigoku-mushi vegetables, and jigoku-mushi hot pot. Jigoku-mushi eggs, in particular, are known for their delicious, runny yolk and are considered one of the local specialties. Jigoku-mushi cuisine is also said to be healthy. Ingredients cooked with steam can retain their nutrients without losing them, and since no oil is used, the calorie count is low, making it suitable for dieting. When eating Beppu Onsen's jigoku-mushi cuisine, it's recommended to visit the restaurants in the Tewa area. You can enjoy the taste of jigoku-mushi while also experiencing the essence of hot springs!

The hot spring town of Beppu is an area where the unique scenery of rising steam from hot springs spreads out. It's recommended to take a stroll along the street where steam drifts and quaint buildings and souvenir shops line up. When strolling, it's best to go in the morning when steam is the most abundant. Especially in winter, the steam looks even more beautiful in the cold air. In addition, there are many hot spring facilities scattered throughout the steamy town, where you can enjoy a day trip bath. Furthermore, there are many delicious gourmet restaurants and souvenir shops, allowing you to fully enjoy the essence of a hot spring trip!

In Beppu City, there are eight scattered hot spring areas, each with its own unique hot springs. The Beppu Hatto Onsen Road is a stamp rally challenge to visit these eight hot spring areas and 88 hot springs. It's a stamp rally for avid hot spring lovers who want to fully experience the hot springs in Japan's top hot spring destination, Beppu. You can get a stamp book called "Spa Support" at tourist information centers or tourist associations, or start using the smartphone app "Onsen Hunter" to participate. Those who visit all 88 hot springs will have their names displayed in the Hot Spring Hall of Fame at the Hyotan Onsen. You can explore the hot springs on foot, or by using rental bicycles, taxis, or buses. Enjoy exploring the hot springs at your own pace and savor the charm of each hot spring area.

Beppu's Hells are located just a few minutes by car from the hot spring area. The hells are scattered with various unique landscapes such as steam vents, mud baths, and boiling hot springs. Among the hells, the most popular ones are "Blood Pond Hell," "White Pond Hell," and "Sea Hell." Near the hells, there are also shops where you can enjoy food made with hot springs, such as hot spring eggs and hot spring pudding. Beppu's hot springs and hells have a long history, and you can feel the culture that has been nurtured by both the hot springs and the hells. Be sure to add Beppu's Hells to your list of must-see tourist spots!

The Global Tower is an observation tower that stands at a height of 125 meters. From inside the tower, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Beppu City and Beppu Bay, with beautiful scenery stretching out before you. On clear days, you can even see the night view of Oita City in the distance and the entire Beppu Bay, making for an incredibly beautiful sight. From Beppu Onsen, you can explore Beppu City, and from the Global Tower, you can take in the beautiful scenery. By visiting both spots, you can experience the charm of Beppu City even more deeply!