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Day 2: Beppu

Chinoike Jigoku

Chinoike Jigoku is one of Beppu’s most extraordinary geothermal attractions, renowned for its vivid red waters that resemble a pool of molten lava. The striking color comes from high concentrations of iron oxide and magnesium oxide found in the underground clay, giving the pond its unforgettable "blood-like" appearance. As one of Japan’s oldest documented natural hells—dating bac... read more

Tatsumaki Jigoku

Tatsumaki Jigoku is a designated National Scenic Area and a key attraction in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. Unlike most other "Hells," which feature colorful boiling ponds, Tatsumaki Jigoku showcases a dynamic geyser that erupts at regular, predictable intervals. The geyser typically erupts every 30 to 40 minutes, with the spout of water lasting about 4 to 6 minutes. Staff usually announce the estimated... read more

Umi Jigoku

Umi Jigoku—literally “Sea Hell”—is the most visually captivating of Beppu’s famed Seven Hells (Jigoku Meguri), a collection of extraordinary hot springs created by intense geothermal activity. Although its water resembles a calm tropical lagoon, the pool boils at around 98°C (208°F). The cobalt-blue color comes from iron sulfate, and early morning steam create... read more

Oniishi Bozu Jingoku

Oniishi Bozu Jigoku stands apart within Beppu’s famous Jigoku Meguri for its striking sensory contrasts. Rather than bright colors, this “Hell” presents calm, monochrome pools of thick grey mud that boil at nearly 99°C (210°F). Because the mud is highly viscous, steam becomes trapped beneath the surface, pushing the clay upward into perfectly rounded domes. When they burs... read more

Kamado Jigoku

Kamado Jigoku is celebrated as the most diverse of Beppu’s hot springs. Its nickname, the "Department Store of Hells," reflects the variety of geothermal phenomena it houses—from boiling mud to cobalt-blue water. The name "Kamado" comes from a Kamakura-period legend, in which steam from the spring was used to cook rice offerings for the guardian deity, Kamado Hachiman. A vibrant red On... read more

Oniyama Jigoku

Oniyama Jigoku, known locally as “Crocodile Hell,” offers one of the most dramatic atmospheres among all the Beppu Hells. Instead of serene blue pools or bubbling mud, this site is defined by intense geothermal power and the presence of dozens of crocodiles that live in the constantly heated environment. The natural spring erupts from underground at 99.1°C, producing thick white st... read more

Shiraike Jigoku

Shiraike Jigoku, also known as the “White Pond Hell,” presents a striking contrast to the more vivid hot springs of Beppu. Its waters are pale, milky-white, created through a natural chemical reaction. As the hot spring water, rich in silicic acid and calcium bicarbonate, gushes from the ground, it is clear. Once it reaches the pond and cools upon exposure to air, the minerals solidify... read more

Beppu Ropeway

Beppu Ropeway (別府ロープウェイ) is one of Beppu’s most iconic attractions, transporting visitors from Beppu-Kogen Station (500 m) to the dramatic highlands atop Mount Tsurumi (1,300 m). Its gondolas—among the largest in Kyushu—carry up to 101 passengers and complete the scenic ascent in just 10 minutes, making it accessible for travelers of all ages.
At the summit, visitors are greeted ... read more

Beppu Tower

Beppu Tower, completed in 1957, is one of Japan’s “Six Tower Brothers,” designed by the same architect as Tokyo Tower, Tachū Naitō. Standing 100 meters tall, it combines sightseeing, art, and cultural heritage in a multi-floor layout.
Floor Highlights:

17th Floor – 360° Observation Deck The highest accessible floor, 55 meters above ground, provides panoramic views of ... read more