A Fun Family Trip to Oita Fun Oita travel spots for the whole family
Oita Prefecture is the perfect place for a family trip, with hot springs, beautiful nature, and plenty of activities that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. You can enjoy the spectacular scenery, stroll through the hot spring town and try the local gourmet food, interact with animals that children will love, and enjoy a variety of hands-on activities! The greatest attraction is that after you've had a hard time playing, you can refresh yourself in Oita's famous hot springs. In this article, we'll introduce you to ways to enjoy Oita Prefecture in four categories: "Activities," "Animals," "Nature and Experiences," and "Accommodation and Hot Springs." It's full of ideas for travel plans that will make the whole family smile! Use this as a reference for your next family trip and enjoy a memorable trip to Oita Prefecture♪
* Please note that the text shown on this page includes machine translations.
Contents
Recommended for families who want to have energetic fun! ~Activities~
For families looking for some energetic fun, why not go to an amusement park, go on an athletic course in the forest, or meet some of Japan's most famous characters?
Some amusement parks in Oita Prefecture have Japan's first wooden coaster, and others offer historic, retro scenery. ""Forest Adventure"" is a thrilling athletic facility recommended for those who want to get active in the great outdoors.
There is also a theme park where you can meet the world-famous ""Hello Kitty,"" and a museum where you can experience the world of the overseas-popular anime ""Attack on Titan,"" making it an attractive destination for foreign tourists as well.
We would like to introduce six activity facilities with different characteristics that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.
- Kijima Kogen Park
- Kijima Kogen, a resort facility located about 15 minutes by car from Yufuin and Beppu, features an amusement park, a hotel, and …
- See More
- Harmonyland
- Harmonyland is a delightful theme park where Sanrio’s beloved characters take center stage in captivating shows, parades, …
- See More
- Attack on Titan Museum
- The creator of Attack on Titan, Hajime Isayama, hails from Hita City, where this museum is located. Adjacent to the Mizube no Sa…
- See More
- Beppu Rakutenchi
- Established in 1929, this amusement park has been beloved by the people of Beppu for generations. Its retro charm is reflected i…
- See More
- Autopolis
- Located in Hita City, Autopolis is an international-standard racing circuit featuring a 4,674-meter-long international racing co…
- See More
- Forest Adventure BEPPU
- This is an athletic facility in the forest where you can experience the great outdoors with your whole body through zip slides and other activities. There are courses for different levels of difficulty, so it can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to adults. In the hot spring town of Beppu, you can also combine a trip to the hot springs with enjoying nature.
- Official website
- Forest Adventure OKUHITA
- Located next to the underground museum "Taio Gold Mine," you can take a tour of the mine and experience gold panning. In addition, facilities such as bungalows, campsites, and restaurants are also available. Enjoy a treetop adventure in this place rich in nature!
- Official website
Recommended for families who want to interact with animals! ~Animals~
Oita Prefecture has many attractive facilities where you can interact with animals and make unforgettable memories! At one of Japan's largest safari parks, you can feed lions from a jungle bus or enjoy thrilling animal observation in your own car. At Handa Highlands, you can enjoy a casual horseback riding experience in a spectacular location at an altitude of 1000m. In addition, at Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden, you can observe wild Japanese macaques roaming freely without any fences, and at the adjacent Oita Marine Palace Aquarium Umitamago, you can meet dolphins and walruses. Since you can enjoy it up close, it is loved by a wide range of generations, from children to adults.
Here are some spots where you can interact with animals and have fun with the whole family!
- African Safari
- Step into an adventure that feels like Africa at one of Japan's largest safari parks. In this expansive park, you can observe a …
- See More
- El Rancho Grande
- El Rancho Grande is a welcoming Western riding club where anyone can enjoy horseback riding.The club has even contributed to mas…
- See More
- Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden
- Located at the foot of Mount Takasaki, which stands 628 meters tall on the border between Oita City and Beppu City, Takasakiyama…
- See More
- Oita Marine Palace Aquarium Umitamago
- Oita Marine Palace Aquarium Umitamago is themed around the idea of "becoming friends with animals" and features numerous exhibit…
- See More
- Umitama Experience Park "Tsukumi Dolphin Island"
- Tsukumi Dolphin Island is an ocean resort themed around "connection and healing" with dolphins, offering dreamlike experiences s…
- See More
Recommended for families who want to see spectacular views! ~Nature and Experiences~
Oita Prefecture has many wonderful spots where you can enjoy the beauty of nature. Why not try a special experience at Japan's tallest pedestrian-only suspension bridge, or a large park where nature, flowers, and activities come together? Encountering spectacular views on your travels will be the best moment to feel the unique charm of the area!
The beautiful scenery makes it worth a visit in any season!
- Kokonoe "Yume" Suspension Bridge
- The Kokonoe "Yume" Suspension Bridge spans the Narukogawa Gorge at an elevation of 777 meters. At approximately 173 me…
- See More
- Ruru Park (Oita Agricultural and Cultural Park)
- Ruru Park, centered around a reservoir, is a vast facility where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and the…
- See More
- Beppu Ropeway
- The Beppu Ropeway connects Beppu Kogen Station, located at an elevation of about 500 meters, with Tsurumi Sanjo Station at 1,300…
- See More
Experience hot spring activities ~ Accommodation and hot springs edition ~
Oita Prefecture is known as the ""Onsen Prefecture,"" and is dotted with hot springs of various types.Many hotels have hot springs attached to them, and some you can drop in to even if you're not staying overnight. Some are exciting, such as facilities where you can enjoy bathing suits or baths with spectacular ocean views, so the whole family can have fun.
Hotels and inns in hot spring resorts are not just places to stay, but also offer a range of activities in addition to the hot springs.
- Suginoi Hotel
- Suginoi Hotel is a hot spring resort hotel located in Kankaiji Onsen, one of the eight hot springs in Beppu, and will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2024. The open-air observation bath, Tanayu, offers a panoramic view of Beppu Bay and the city. There are also plenty of entertainment facilities, such as a pool, bowling, karaoke, and a fountain show, so you can have fun all day long.
- Official website (Japanese)
- HOTEL SOLAGE OITA HIJI
- Hotel Solage is a hot spring resort hotel facing Beppu Bay, where you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sunset from the spacious open-air bath with ocean view. It also has a golf driving range, tennis courts, a pool and other facilities, making it an ideal place for families and couples to stay.
- Official website (Japanese)
- Kijima Kogen Hotel
- This hotel is adjacent to the leisure facility Kijima Kogen Park. After having fun at Kijima Kogen Park, you can relax in the natural hot springs. Hotel guests receive special benefits such as free admission to the park and free luggage storage. In addition to Kijima Kogen Park, there is also a golf course on-site (with a clubhouse within the hotel), making it a facility that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to adults.
- Official website (Japanese)
