Title: Oita Travel Guide: Best of Oita, Oita Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Oita](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Hotels.d6128402.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Oita](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Holiday-Rentals.d6128402.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Oita](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Oita.d6128402.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Oita Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Oita.d6128402.Car-Hire-Guide)[Oita Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita.d6128402.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Oita Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981737749/9340e297-993c-446a-9d06-26cf27bd8ab9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621579009954/ecd57170-186f-47db-8e9c-db3c8742cc25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563587029/03518349-d35d-4687-b3fc-7744f2021632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6402/35983793-eaee-4ecd-a008-597d58f2b844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128402/b9771d21-483a-4e48-ace5-e1c19008ba07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Oita Where to stay Things to do #### Hot spring spas, or onsen, are the main attraction, but this area also features natural beauty and some of Japan’s earliest Buddhist sites. It’s common to see steam spilling from towns and roadsides in Oita, one of Japan’s most geothermally active areas. Crowned by a ring of volcanoes separated by mineral-water-filled marshland, it is largely untouched except for lively communities around its famous springs. Alternate between Oita’s onsen and hikes, each revealing a completely new aspect of Japanese life. Go from the train to Takasaki Mountain, whose Takasaki Monkey Park is famous for its community of Japanese macaques especially renowned for their human-like love of hot steam baths. Hike to the top of Mt. Yufu for panoramic views or ride the ropeway to the top of Mt. Aso to look into the steamy expanse of the Aso caldera, one of the world’s largest volcanic craters. Find more ethereal nature at the Yabakei Gorge and the Hells of Beppu, where hot springs are as beautiful as they are dangerous. Oita was one of the first places Buddhism flourished in Japan, so drive to the Kunisaki Peninsula, where there are many early Buddhist temples and stone statues carved into hillsides. Clamber up the stone steps leading to Rakan-ji Temple, with its 3,700 stone Buddhas. Marvel at the intricate carvings that adorn Fuki-ji Temple, the island’s oldest wooden building. Oita sprawls across the northeastern corner of Kyushu. Due to its rural character, much of the prefecture is best accessed by car, though a fairly robust train service connects major towns. Ride the train from Fukuoka, Kyushu’s capital and largest city, to Oita City in about 2.5 hours, to Beppu in 40 minutes and Yufuin in an hour. Trains to other major Japanese cities are available from Fukuoka. Oita Airport offers a variety of Japanese destinations. Take a ferry to Osaka or Kobe from Oita City in about 12 hours. Car rentals are available from Oita Airport and in most city centres. Before leaving Oita, relax at the Meiji-era Takegawara Onsen, which includes the region’s famous hot sand bath. ### Where to stay in Oita ![Autumn Scenery in a Park in the Famous Yufuin Resort Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007241/f8964c5e-7758-4131-be62-b850e54af1b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miyakomachi 3.5/5(3 area reviews) Though Miyakomachi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like JR Oita City and Oita Prefectural Art Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Miyakomachi.dx553248635976007241) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Saganoseki While visiting Saganoseki, you might make a stop by sights like Sekizaki Observatory and Nippokaigan Quasi-National Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Saganoseki.dx3000729131) ![Niagemachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000750533/2bb36aa7-c0f5-4175-8130-754da66deacc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Niagemachi 4.5/5(3 area reviews) You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Niagemachi. You might want to make time for a stop at Funai Castle or Oita Castle Ruin Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Niagemachi.dx3000750533) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tsurusaki While Tsurusaki may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oita Big Eye Stadium and JR Oita City. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Tsurusaki.dx3000750539) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Notsuharu Though Notsuharu may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tokiwa Wasada Town Mall and Oita River Dam. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Notsuharu.dx3000730606) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hada Hada might not have many top sights, but JR Oita City and Oita Big Eye Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Hada.dx553248635070802320) - Top hotels in Oita - Top Holiday Rentals in Oita ![Hotel AreaOne Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12700000/12696500/12696475/7277ac76_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel AreaOne Oita Funaimachi 3-3-7 Oita £26 5 Apr - 6 Apr Stay at this hotel in Oita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Yuho Park and Oita Castle Ruin Park are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=12696475&PinnedHotelID=12696475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6128402) ![Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14690000/14685900/14685884/07fd5c47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower 2-48 Takasagocho Oita Oita-ken £52 19 Apr - 20 Apr Stay at this hotel in Oita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=14685884&PinnedHotelID=14685884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6128402) ![Tennen Onsen Ariston Hotel Oita](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109330000/109327000/109326958/4411b449_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tennen Onsen Ariston Hotel Oita 1-chome-2-1 Kanaikemachi Oita Oita £43 17 Apr - 18 Apr Stay at this spa hotel in Oita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions JR Oita City and Yuho Park are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (171 reviews) Very clean hotel right next to Oita station lots of shopping and food and easy travel but bus or train or foot . My fiance said the onsen was super nice and clean . Checking in and out very easy and fast all the staff super nice and friendly and very accommodating considering I don't speak Japanese. ... 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Popular attractions Hells of Beppu and Kaimonji Onsen are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews) 2階に泊まっている人の踏む音が Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Beppu-Hotels-Beppu-Nagomi.h105986152.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Oita](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6128402&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Stroll along the seaside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Big-Eye-Stadium-Oita.d6103922.Attraction) #### Umitamago 4.5/5(2 reviews) Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Umitamago during your holiday to Oita. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Umitamago-Oita.d6103920.Attraction) #### JR Oita City 4.5/5(15 reviews) You can enjoy retail therapy at JR Oita City during your visit to Oita. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/JR-Oita-City-Oita.d553248621579009873.Attraction) #### Tokiwa Wasada Town Mall You can do some window-shopping at Tokiwa Wasada Town Mall during your trip to Oita. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tokiwa-Wasada-Town-Mall-Oita.d553248635998062126.Attraction) #### Oita Prefectural Art Center You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Oita Prefectural Art Center during your travels in Oita. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oita-Prefectural-Art-Center-Oita.d553248621579009872.Attraction) #### Oita City Art Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oita City Art Museum during your trip to Oita. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. 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