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- Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) — A cobalt-blue hot spring with a manicured garden, steam viewing platforms and a small footbath; it’s photogenic and the most calming of the “hells” to stroll around and feel Beppu’s geothermal power up close.
- Chinoike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell) — Deep red, iron-rich water that’s been a dramatic local landmark for centuries; it’s raw, memorable and carries a real sense of place you won’t get from photos alone.
- Oniishibozu Jigoku — The bubbling mud “shampoo-head” pools; you can watch the rhythmic gurgling, learn why the ground behaves this way, and appreciate the odd but fascinating variety of Beppu’s geothermal activity.
- Tatsumaki (Geyser) Jigoku — A naturally erupting hot-water spout you can time to see; it’s a compact, theatrical piece of nature that shows how active
- Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) — A cobalt-blue hot spring with a manicured garden, steam viewing platforms and a small footbath; it’s photogenic and the most calming of the “hells” to stroll around and feel Beppu’s geothermal power up close.
- Chinoike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell) — Deep red, iron-rich water that’s been a dramatic local landmark for centuries; it’s raw, memorable and carries a real sense of place you won’t get from photos alone.
- Oniishibozu Jigoku — The bubbling mud “shampoo-head” pools; you can watch the rhythmic gurgling, learn why the ground behaves this way, and appreciate the odd but fascinating variety of Beppu’s geothermal activity.
- Tatsumaki (Geyser) Jigoku — A naturally erupting hot-water spout you can time to see; it’s a compact, theatrical piece of nature that shows how active the area is beneath your feet.
- Takegawara Onsen — The historic sand-bath house on the waterfront with Taisho-era tilework; get a proper onsen soak or try the traditional “suna-yu” (sand bath) — a classic Beppu experience and great people-watching.
- Beppu Ropeway and Mount Tsurumi — A short cable-car ride to panoramic views over the city, bay and surrounding mountains; in spring and autumn the vistas are spectacular and the crisp mountain air is a nice contrast to the steamy streets below.
- Kannawa Onsen district and Jigoku-Mushi stalls — A maze of narrow lanes, public steam vents and little shops where food is cooked by onsen steam; it’s less polished than the main tourist spots and full of atmosphere and genuine local habit.
- Myoban Onsen and Yunohana terraces — A neighborhood of small, atmospheric outdoor baths and the whitish mineral “yunohana” crusts on roofs; you’ll see traditional onsen craft and tiny community baths tucked into the hills.
- Beppu Tower — The city’s retro skyline marker; the observation deck gives a quick orientation of Beppu’s patchwork of onsen districts and coastline, and the tower itself is a slice of Showa-era city charm.
- Beppu Art Museum — A compact art space that mixes regional art, rotating exhibitions and occasional local craft shows; it’s a peaceful, cultural counterpoint to the city’s steam-and-sulphur scene.
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Become a Local! A Walking Tour of Arts, Crafts & Onsen Culture
Bamboo Lantern Workshop
Calligraphy Class for Beginners in a Century-old Japanese House
Beppu Guided Private City Tour with Transport
Beppu and Yufuin Scenic Private Tour
Private Tour Hot Spring Beppu Onsen Blue Hell Custom Tour by Car
Beppu: Half Day HELL Sightseeing Private Guide Tour
Cooking Class: Make a Local Delicacy in a Japanese House
Private Sound bath Meditation in ocean view house and Beppu onsen
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past 3 decades, I’ve backpacked through 90+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.