2025 Bungotakada Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

There is a delicious inn called "Umenoya Ryokan" in Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture. You can eat Oita's soft-shelled turtle, Cape crab, conger eel, etc., but the whole set of tiger pufferfish is especially delicious. The thickly sliced ​​pufferfish sashimi, which is slightly pink, has a delicate and rich taste of the pufferfish itself, and it's so delicious that your cheeks will fall off😋 I was impressed with all the dishes, such as chawanmushi with milt, pufferfish sushi, and pufferfish innards. You can eat tiger pufferfish not only in winter but all year round, and it costs about 15,000 yen for one night and two meals. It's truly a rural joy😊 The baths and toilets are shared, but there is a good day-trip hot spring♨️ just a short drive away. Nagasaki-bana, where sunflowers bloom all over, and Matama Beach, where you can see the sunset, were also wonderful, making it a great trip to the Kunisaki Peninsula. It's a 50-minute drive from Oita Airport. "Ryokan Umenoya" 4017 Kakachi, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture #Umenoya #Bungotakada #Kunisaki #Oita Travel #Oita Gourmet #Michelin Kumamoto Oita #0 Yen Travel

City streets are nice, but Showa-era streets are also a place where you can feel at ease, and I really like them😊There are several places around the country where old-fashioned streetscapes remain, but this time I'd like to introduce "Showa Town" in Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture. As the name suggests, Showa-era towns remain there✨I deliberately went there at dusk when the streetlights were on🌇Many shops were closed, but that time of day was very atmospheric and I was able to enter a nostalgic space😌 [Introduction to Showa Town] Showa Town is a shopping street themed on the 1950s, and you can ride the bonnet bus that was in operation at the time for free and travel around the town🚍 *Each bus has a capacity of 25 people, first come first servedIf you go during the day, I also recommend eating your way around the shopping street! You can eat beef croquettes at "Kanaoka" in the second photo! There are other shops too! "Kineya" is a popular souvenir shop in Bungotakada. Their "peanut rice crackers" and "soba rice crackers" are popular here 🍘 There is also a large candy store, so you will want to buy a lot! How to enjoy Showa Town ◆Dress up in Showa fashion 👔 In Showa Town, you can actually rent Showa retro fashion! There is a place called "Showa Town Exhibition Hall (Showa Back Alley Maze)" where you can rent! I recommend it because you can go to other retro facilities and the city while wearing Showa fashion! And it's cheap 😍 One outfit costs 1000 yen for one day? It's worth wearing! ️Business hours: Weekdays 10:00-16:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 9:00-17:00 ◆Experience the Showa era at Showa Roman Kura 🕰️ This is the main facility, and you can enjoy the following three facilities! "Dagashiya no Yume Museum" has a collection of over 400,000 items, and "Showa no Yumemachi Sanchomekan" is a facility where you can enjoy with all five senses, recreating private homes, shops, and school classrooms. "Oekaki Kusajiodori" is a place where drawn characters move freely on a large screen. Business hours: Weekdays 10:00-16:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 9:00-17:00 Price: Set of 3 Adults 850 yen Elementary, middle, and high school 600 yen *There are other plans as well. ◆Let's eat school lunches from that time 🍞 "Boulevard" is a coffee shop that offers everything from nostalgic school lunch menus from the Showa era to coffee menus. They have a variety of nostalgic school lunch menus, including spaghetti Napolitana, deep-fried whale, deep-fried bread, potato salad, fruit punch, milk, and more! Business hours: 10:00-17:00 Price: 1,000 yen That's it! What did you think? How about going to experience Showa from the Reiwa era? I really liked this streetscape. Let us know your favorite retro townscapes in the comments! ️ ~~~~~~Information~~~~~📍Bungo Takada, Showa TownAddress: 989-1 Shinmachi, Bungotakada City, Oita PrefectureAccess: 10 minutes by bus from JR Usa Station, 10 minutes by car from Oita AirportPaid parking fees: As above~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #besttrip2023 #retro #showa #oitatourism #nostalgic #emotional

Awashima Park, a sacred place for lovers, can be seen while driving Koikana Road The monument "Yui" at Awashima Park is a heart-shaped symbol of love fulfillment. It also resembles the shape of an infinity, so it's perfect for matchmaking😆👍🏻 It's a sacred place for lovers, where people pledge their love with padlocks. Maybe it's a good idea to propose here! ? There is also a shrine called Awashima Shrine, so be sure to visit it as well. There is also a cafe next door where you can enjoy pizza and soft serve ice cream. Takeout is also available🙆🏻‍♀️ #Oita #ShrineTour #Matchmaking

Awashima Shrine⛩ 7-10 Usuno, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture This is a rare shrine in Japan, with a shrine located in a rock cave jutting out into the sea on the border between Matama and Kakachi. As it is a shrine for matchmaking, there are lots of hearts! It is a sacred place for lovers☺️ It is said that if you throw a wishing stone and it falls into the heart-shaped depression in the rock, your wish will come true! This is quite difficult. lol This area is Koikana Road, and it is recommended for driving, as you can see cherry blossoms and beautiful sunsets. It is also good to visit with friends and family, not just lovers! #Oita #Shrine #ShrineTour #Matchmaking

A place I definitely want to go to this summer Kunisaki Peninsula, Nagasakibana Resort Campground I go there every year, but I'm not sure what will happen this year because of the state of emergency, but I plan to go again Everyone, please go #Amazing view

#0yentravel On the coastline heading from Bungotakada city towards Kunisaki, there is a driving course with the cute name of Koikano Road. ▪️Awashima Shrine It is said that it is rare in Japan for a shrine to be located in a cave jutting out into the sea. It is said that if you throw a wish stone into the Kanae Rock in the sea in front of the shrine, your wish will come true❤️ ▪️Awashima Park Awashima Park, known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, has monuments and cafes related to the connection. There are children's playground equipment and toilets, and the sunset from the observation deck is amazing, so it is recommended as a stop on a drive! ▪️ Awashima Shrine, Awashima Park 7-10 Usuno, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture Awashima Park🅿️ RV Park smart ▪️CAFE&KITCHEN YUI Open from 11am until sunset (open every day) TEL: 0978-53-5253 #OnsenPrefectureOita #BungotakadaCity #KoiKanaRoad

#0 yen trip Ocean view right in front of you! Eaten in the best location 100% buckwheat soba (certified shop for handmade soba from Bungotakada) The soba had a strong aroma and was very delicious! In addition to soba There are also many menu items such as seafood bowls and local fish tempura bowls using local fish. Sweets are also recommended! It seems that you can dig for mategai shells until early June❤️ Matama Beach, certified as one of the "Top 100 Sunsets in Japan" Beautiful patterns appear on the sand at the time of the tide The contrast with the sunset is amazing, so next time I would like to come at sunset I think. ※What is a certified Bungotakada soba shop? ・Uses buckwheat flour from Bungotakada ・Hand-made ・Follows the three principles of freshly ground, freshly baked, and freshly boiled ▪️SOBACAFE Yuhi 5125 Usuno, Bungotakada City (1st floor of Matama Coast Koikan♡Yuhi Terrace) 0978-25-7888 11:00am - Sunset Tuesdays, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays #OnsenPrefectureOita #MatamaCoast #BungotakadaCity

1️⃣ Preparation ✅ Documents: Prepare a valid passport and Japanese visa. ✅ Clothing: Prepare clothing according to the season. 👔 Pack light and breathable clothing for summer, and warm clothing for winter. Also, bring rain gear for possible rainfall. ✅ Other items: Prepare common medicines, 💊 conversion plugs, power banks, cameras 📷, etc. Download translation software and local transportation apps. 2️⃣ Transportation Guide ✅ External Transportation: You can fly ✈️ from Tokyo Haneda Airport or Osaka Itami Airport to Oita Airport. You can also take the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen from Tokyo, Osaka, and Hiroshima to Kokura Station, and transfer to the JR Sonic Limited Express train to Oita City. ✅ Internal Transportation: JR Kyushu Railway is the main railway transportation method. You can purchase a JR Kyushu Rail Pass 🛤️ for convenient travel. Take the city bus to visit surrounding areas, or choose a chartered car 🚗 or rent a car for self-driving. 3️⃣ Recommended Attractions 👍 ✅ Hot Springs: Beppu Hells include eight major hells such as Sea Hell and Blood Pond Hell ♨️, each with unique colors and shapes; Yufuin Onsen has a tranquil environment where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while soaking in the hot springs. ✅ Natural Scenery: The Kokonoe "Yume" Grand Suspension Bridge is one of Japan's highest suspension bridges, overlooking the magnificent scenery of the Kuju Mountains; the Matama Coast is one of Japan's top 100 sunset spots, and the sunset is as dreamy as an oil painting. ✅ Culture and Art: The Oita Prefectural Art Museum, designed by Shigeru Ban, houses a rich collection of art; Usa Shrine is one of Japan's oldest shrines, with historical buildings such as the National Treasure Honden. ✅ Theme Parks: The Oita Marine Palace Aquarium has a huge water tank and marine life performances; Sanrio Harmonyland features classic Sanrio characters such as HELLO KITTY. 4️⃣ Food Recommendations 👍 ✅ Local Cuisine: Bungotaku Beef is tender and juicy; Nakatsu Fried Chicken 🍗 has a crispy skin and tender meat. ✅ Hot Spring Cuisine: Jigoku Mushi in Beppu uses hot spring steam to cook food.

This time we will travel back to the Showa era! Let's talk about Showa town! Showa town in Bungotakada! Croquettes are famous here! They are fried after you order, so they are crispy, fluffy and delicious! Oita is famous for its chicken tempura, so I tried it and it was very delicious and the atmosphere of the restaurant was good, so I would like to go again Showa town is small, so you should be able to see the whole place in about 2 hours Please go and check it out 📍Showa town Address: 989-1 Shinmachi, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture 879-0628 Business hours: 9:00 to 17:00 #0 yen trip February 2025

This time, I will introduce a place in Bungotakada that is famous for its strawberries! The strawberries here are big and really sweet! It is take-out only, but this time I waited about 30 minutes! It is popular and always crowded! Even if you go on a weekday, you will have to wait during strawberry season, so it is a really popular shop! I have been there about three times, and no matter how many times I have eaten, I have never failed to get a good strawberry! Please go and try it! 📍Cafe Chibus Address: 867-4 Jomae, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture 872-1104 Business hours: 13:00 to 15:00 (Check the closing days on Instagram) Reservations are required depending on the season #0 yen trip February 2025

📍Location: Bungotakada, Oita🇯🇵 Showa Town (989-1 Shinmachi, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, 879-0628) 🕰️Business hours: 10:00-17:00 Saturday-Sunday 9:00-17:00 The bustling shopping street of the 1950s is recreated, allowing you to immerse yourself in a nostalgic atmosphere. Various things such as the lifestyle, furniture, and streetscape of the time are on display, allowing you to lose track of time. No matter what time you visit, you can enter without waiting. #0yentravelFebruary2025

📝Overview The Koikana Tunnel on Koikana Road in Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, is an art spot that uses the 421m-long Madama Pedestrian Tunnel. Inside the tunnel, there are a variety of unique wall art pieces created by local students and artists, making it look like a museum. There are many colorful and pop art pieces that are perfect for taking photos, and they look great on Instagram. ✨Recommended points * Unique art pieces The biggest attraction of the Koikana Tunnel is, without a doubt, the art pieces painted inside the tunnel. The works created by local students and artists on the theme of love and dreams are all unique, and even just looking at them is fun. * Perfect for photography The colorful and pop art pieces are perfect for photography. Visit with your friends or partner and take lots of memorable photos. * Instagrammable The Koikana Tunnel is also popular as a spot that looks great on Instagram. If you upload it to SNS, it's sure to attract attention. 👀Pay attention here! * Mural art The walls of the tunnel are painted with mural art of various themes. There is a wide variety, including those related to love and those with motifs of Oita Prefecture's famous products. * Participatory art Some of the works are participatory art, where visitors can write messages and stick stickers. Why not become a part of the work yourself? * Light-up At night, the entire tunnel is lit up. You can enjoy a different atmosphere from the daytime. 🚗Sightseeing information in the area There are the following tourist spots in the area. Koikan Road Koikan Tunnel is located along Koikan Road, which runs along National Route 213, which runs along the coastline of Bungotakada City. Koikan Road is dotted with romantic spots such as Awashima Shrine, known as the god of matchmaking, and Matama Beach, famous as a spectacular spot for sunsets. Awashima Shrine Awashima Shrine is a shrine known as the god of matchmaking. It is said that if you make a wish on the "Wish Stone" and "Fulfillment Rock" in the precincts, your love will come true. Matama Beach Matama Beach is a famous sunset spot that has been selected as one of the 100 best sunsets in Japan. At low tide, it is also known as "Japan's Uyuni Salt Flats" because beautiful patterns appear on the sand. Nagasaki Nose Nagasaki Nose is a spot known as a cape of flowers and art. At the tip of the cape, there is a "Lovers' Sanctuary" monument where lovers pledge their eternal love. Showa Town "Showa Town" in Bungotakada City is a tourist spot that recreates the nostalgic atmosphere of the Showa era. Lined with retro buildings and shopping streets, you can feel like you have traveled back in time to the Showa era. These tourist spots can be accessed by car from Koikane Tunnel. If you visit Koikane Tunnel, we recommend visiting these spots as well. ℹ️Information * Address: Matama, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture * Access: * About 20 minutes by car from JR Bungotakada Station * About 30 minutes by car from Usa IC on the Oita Expressway * Opening hours: Open 24 hours * Fee: Free 🖋️Summary The Koikana Tunnel is a recommended spot for art lovers and those who want to take Instagram-worthy photos. Be sure to visit and find your favorite art piece. We are currently providing information on tourist spots all over the country! Please check out our other articles! #DomesticTravelStrategy #DomesticTravel

🌊 Exploring Matama Beach in Oita, Japan, is like embarking on a dreamy date with the sea, where every view is mesmerizing. 💕 When you set foot on Matama Beach in Oita, the first thing that catches your eye is the vast expanse of the deep blue sea. 🌅 The sunlight dances on the water, creating a shimmering effect like countless diamonds sparkling. The gentle sea breeze caresses your cheeks, bringing a refreshing coolness and the unique salty scent of the ocean. As you stroll along the coastline, the soft and delicate sand beneath your feet feels like a natural foot massage. 🦶 You can see the waves rolling in from afar, crashing against the rocks on the shore, creating white sprays of water. 🌊 The sound is crisp and pleasant, as if the sea is playing an eternal symphony. The sunrise and sunset at Matama Beach are a visual feast. 🌇 In the early morning, when the first rays of sunlight pierce through the clouds and illuminate the sea, the entire surface of the water is painted in shades of orange and red, creating a dreamlike scene. The distant mountains, bathed in sunlight, take on a softer silhouette. As evening approaches, the setting sun slowly descends, painting the sky in vibrant hues of orange, red, and purple. 🎨 The sea reflects these colors, creating a kaleidoscope of beauty. At this moment, you can find a suitable spot to quietly enjoy this magical moment and marvel at the wonders of nature. In addition to the stunning seascape, Matama Beach offers a variety of water activities for you to experience. 🛥️ If you enjoy surfing, the waves here will definitely meet your expectations. Under the guidance of professional instructors, you can challenge yourself and ride the waves to your heart's content. If you prefer more leisurely activities, kayaking is a great option. Sitting in a kayak, gently gliding across the water, you can admire the surrounding scenery and feel the gentle caress of the sea breeze. It's an incredibly relaxing experience. 😌 There are also many places worth visiting around Matama Beach. You can explore the nearby towns and immerse yourself in the local customs and traditional culture. 🏝️ The streets of the town are lined with unique shops where you can find exquisite souvenirs. You can also savor the local cuisine, leaving your taste buds with delightful memories. 🍜 Matama Beach in Oita is a place that will leave you longing for more. 🌟 Whether you want to relax by the sea, engage in water activities, or experience the local culture, this destination offers an unforgettable travel experience. If you're searching for a beautiful beach vacation spot, Matama Beach is definitely worth considering. 👍🥰😘🎉

Bungotakada Showa Town 📍Location: Chuodori, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture 💸Average cost: Free (souvenirs and food and drink from a few hundred yen) 💘Recommended points: Enjoy the retro townscape that recreates the Showa era. Lined with nostalgic general stores and restaurants, you can feel like you've traveled back in time. #0yentravelJanuary2025

Facility name: Showa Roman Kura Address: 989-1 Shinmachi, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture Atmosphere/Facilities: Lots of Showa era toys on display! You can actually play with Showa era toys, so before you know it, you've been there for 3 hours! Average price: 900 yen Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reminiscent of the old days! Recommended for a date! #0 yen trip January 2025

Thought I had seen all the sunrises and sunsets Until I met Oita... Sharing two stunning scenic spots! ⛩️ Hachiman Nada Shrine Located in the center of Nada Beach, the main hall of the shrine is on an island off the coast, and the torii gate stands majestically on the reef. From a distance, it looks like a fairyland rising from the sea 🌊 The most special thing here is that two of the three gods are goddesses! Therefore, it is also known as the holy place of fate, love, and reunion 💕 In addition, I strongly recommend waiting for a sunrise! The moment the sun slowly rises from the sea level, with the torii gate standing in the sea, it is simply a stunning view! The orange morning sun makes the whole picture super dreamy ✨ solemn and sacred, really worth getting up early. 📍 Address: Nada 229, Kitsuki City, Oita Prefecture 🌅 Sunset at Matama Beach Exclusive to Oita Prefecture! The sunset can be seen falling into the sea level. On a clear evening, the whole sky is dyed crimson, the orange sunset is reflected on the water, and finally slowly sinks into the center, a dreamlike scene that is intoxicating. Because of its stunning sunset scenery, it has been reported by TV programs many times, and it has been selected as one of the 🏆 "Japan's Top 100 Sunsets". Even at the lowest tide, Matama Beach will not dry up completely, leaving a shallow tidal beach. 📸 Photography tips The shallow tidal beach and the golden water surface under the sunset are intertwined, capturing a dreamy photo! 📍 Address: Usuno, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, Matama Beach This is probably the legendary stunning view! The moment the sun sets, the whole world is quiet 🌅

#tripflyingtochina #placestovisitoita #tennenji 📞Hello Hello, I heard it and answered. Let's start at Tennenji Temple on Kunisaki Mountain, Oita Prefecture. It is an ancient wooden temple built in 718 and flourished in the Heian period, 794-1185. It is a pilgrimage route through the Mumyo Bridge along the mountains and Kunisaki Valley, passing Kawanaka Fudo, a Buddha carved on a stone slab in the river. There are many more Buddha carved statues along the way. This temple also holds an important festival to ward off evil spirits, the Chujo-Onie Festival.

Umenoya Inn is famous for being frequented by gourmets. Power that keeps absorbing⭐️ Life force overflowing💪 Delicious soft-shelled turtle without a trace of odor is served one after another without reservation. The vinegared dish and chawanmushi are filled with soft-shelled turtle, and how much of the thick fin is there? The whole thing is full of the best soft-shelled turtle, right up to the egg dish at the end❤️ This time, it's 2 kilos of soft-shelled turtle⭐️ 1 kilo per person! It's rare to find a place that lets you eat soft-shelled turtle so heartily✨ The hotpot has meaty, bone-in meat! The deep-fried chicken and the rice porridge at the end of the meal also have the unique richness of the turtle, making you feel like you're in heaven✨ The rice porridge made with turtle broth is also irresistible😋 You can absorb a lot of the collagen-filled, bouncy turtle💓 Anshin-in is famous for its turtles, but it seems that 30% of the turtles consumed there are farmed in Bungotakada. And it's a low price of about 16,500 yen for one night and two meals. I'm planning a trip just to go to this inn. It's a rural area that can only be accessed by rental car, but if you're traveling to Oita, please make sure to stop by. The puffer fish dishes and castle flounder are also amazing❤️ The toilets and baths are shared. 📍Address: 4017 Kakachi, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture #Umenoya #Michelin Oita #Bungotakada #Oita #Oita Trip #0 Yen Trip November

[Rikugou] You can eat aged fish such as one-week aged rockfish and castle flatfish aged for 4 days, which are butchered using the "Tsumoto-style ultimate blood-draining method" 🐟 Basically a soba restaurant, but with carefully selected ingredients and techniques, the wonderful Japanese course is impressive ✨ Outside the window you can see the countryside scenery of spring, summer, autumn and winter ♪ The food you eat while soothing yourself in the warm and cozy environment is exquisite ⭐️ 💰Price per person: Lunch 11,000 yen, Dinner 20,000 yen 📍Location: 4508 Tasomekozaki, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture It's difficult to find by address, so I looked up the store name on Google Maps and it was easy 🚗 #Bungotakada #OitaGourmet #OitaTrip #0YenTripNovember

[Tabi-an Fukinoto] adjacent to the national treasure Fuukiji Temple This is a quiet inn that is neither a hotel nor an inn, and the name "Tabi-an" is a perfect fit✨ The water is a slightly cloudy, hard bicarbonate spring that seems like it could heal wounds♨️ It's neither hot nor lukewarm, and it feels like it dries up quickly when you get out⭐️ For dinner, we had dinner at a restaurant that is also listed in Michelin. While eating tempura such as soft white sesame tofu and square beans, delicious soba noodles were made from buckwheat flour❤️ It was freshly made, chewy, and so fragrant that it was a shame to dip it in the soup. After a morning of soaking in the hot springs♨️, breakfast was very simple, but the taste was outstanding☺️ There was no explanation of the dishes, and we made our own porridge and laid out our futons ourselves. It's a small inn that feels a bit rugged, but if you know what you're doing and stay there, you'll find the relaxed atmosphere quite comfortable😊 📍Address: 2365 Tasomebuki, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture 💰Price per person: 1 night with 2 meals 13,200 yen #Tabi-an Fukino #Bungotakada #Michelin Oita #Michelin Kumamoto Oita #Oita Gourmet #Oita #0 Yen Travel

Michelin Bib Gourmand [Indian Cafe Chaihana Umika] You can eat authentic Indian curry in a normal house in a fairly hidden location. ⭐️ The menu only has a 1500 yen curry set👍 It's cheap but filling✨ On this day, coconut and bean soup, matte shellfish and summer mandarin, samosa and bhaja, achar, and dal curry. The rice with brown rice and the yogurt lassi that has been around for over 50 years are both delicious with a deep, subtle flavor🇮🇳 When you finish off with apple compote and hot chai with milk, oh, is this India? It was an illusion... lol The friendly couple taught me a lot about spices😊 📍Location: 3332-1 Usuno, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:30-17:00 Closed on Mondays Reservations only #Chaihana Umihana #Bungotakada #Oita Gourmet #Michelin Kumamoto Oita #Michelin Oita #Michelin Bib Gourmand #0 Yen Trip

Bungotakada City in Oita Prefecture is famous for its delicious soba noodles. The area where you can enjoy new soba twice a year, in spring and autumn, is rare nationwide, and there are several Michelin-starred restaurants there. We especially recommend Jiji, a restaurant run by the son of the Michelin-starred inn Umenoya. The thin noodles with sharp edges and visible soba flour are like living things! ⭐️ The firm soba noodles dance pleasantly in your mouth 😋 The soup is elegant and has a complex dashi flavor with a great aftertaste, the mellow and rich soba soup, and the carefully made soba noodles are delicious ❤️ There is also a counter, so it is a beautiful restaurant where women can easily go alone. ♪ Business hours: 11:00-14:00 Closed on Sundays and Wednesdays 📍Address: 1378-2 Shinsakae, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture Large parking lot available. 💰Price per person: 1500 yen #Chiji #Bungotakada #Bungotakada soba #Oita #Oita trip #0 yen trip

#0yentrip #Oitatrip #Bungotakada #Showatown Showa Town in Bungotakada, Oita Prefecture The shopping street is lined with nostalgic Showa-era townscapes, and there are retro sweet shops and a shop called "Boulevard" where you can eat Showa-era school lunches, making it a place where you can experience a time slip. There are also many spots where you can feel the nostalgic Showa era, such as "Showa Romangura," "Showa no Yumemachi Elementary School," and "Showa no Machi Exhibition Hall"! There is trick art all over the town, and it's a lot of fun to walk around the town looking for it! 📍Address: 989-1 Shinmachi, Bungotakada, Oita Prefecture, 879-0628

"Kumano Rock-Carved Buddhas" If you go over the stone steps built by demons from the entrance to the mountain path in the Tasome district of Bungotakada City, you will find one of Japan's largest rock-carved Buddhas waiting for you! On the left is the "Acala Statue (approx. 8m)" and on the right is the "Dainichi Nyorai Statue (approx. 7m)". Both are rock-carved Buddhas with a long history, and it is clear that they existed in the early Kamakura period! And there is a legend that the steep stone steps leading up to this place were built by demons in one night, with 99 steps! Why not come and receive the power of this Buddha with a gentle expression! *The stone steps are rough, so we recommend that you wear comfortable shoes. (You can borrow a walking stick at the bottom.) ----------------- Kumano Magaibutsu (Buddha carved into a cliff) 📍: 2546-3, Tasomehirano, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture 🚗: Approximately 20 minutes by car from the Oita Agricultural Culture Park IC on the Higashi Kyushu Expressway 🅿️: Available 🕐: 8:00-17:00 (16:30 from November to March) ---------------- #Oita #Bungotakada City #Oita Trip #Oita Sightseeing #Kumano Magaibutsu #Stone Buddha #Travel with Me

There's a restaurant in the Showa retro town of Bungotakada where you can eat school lunches 😆 I chose the soft noodles, which I liked the most when I was a student 🤭 I also had fried bread 😋 It's so nostalgic, it reminds me of being a student 🤣 I didn't like natto, so I secretly gave it to my friends... If you're traveling to Oita, I highly recommend it ✨ #Travelwithme #Oita #OitaTourism #OitaTrip #OitaPrefecture #OitaGourmet #OitaLunch

#Travelwithme SOBA CAFE Yufuhi 5125 Usuno, Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, 872-1107 Opening hours: 11:00 to 19:00 Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays I went to Soba Cafe Yufuhi on Matama Beach! They serve lunch here too! I went there at sunset so I ordered a drink! The sunset was so beautiful!! Koikanao Road is nearby! It's a shrine where love comes true! I actually know someone who got married there! If you come to Oita, please go to Matama Beach!

#Japan and Korea Springtime Destinations As we slowly move forward along the coastline, we can occasionally see fish tails flashing by in the distance, adding to the lively atmosphere of the sea. At sunset, this natural stone sculpture garden will be painted with a dazzling sunset glow, which is extremely dreamy and moving. Such charming scenery has indeed made the Mayama Coast one of the most popular natural scenic spots in Iwate Prefecture. Walking along this beach, you can see strange-shaped rocks everywhere, set against the endless sea view, it looks like a stone sculpture garden art piece isolated from the world by nature.

Unexpected discovered place: Showa no machi 昭和の町 Throwback to those old days: black-and-white TV, typewriter, non-PC pinball, anime characters figurines, old classroom and cars, etc. I felt very nostalgic, but it was also refreshing. Reminded where I come from ✴️#historicallandmarks #oldtown