All Beppu Tours & Excursions in 2026

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Beppu in this guided sake-tasting & bar-hopping tour. Starting with a sake-tasting experience at Space Beppu - a renovated century-old Japanese house & community space, you'll then move on to two further 'izakaya' (bars), where you'll be able to immerse yourself in the quirky alleys of Beppu's 'shitamachi' (downtown) area. With your guide, you'll be able to communicate with locals seamlessly without having to worry about those daunting hand-written Japanese menus!

Discover the unique charm of Beppu on this well-balanced 6-hour tour, combining dramatic natural landscapes, wildlife encounters, and traditional culture. Famous for its geothermal activity, Beppu offers a one-of-a-kind environment shaped by powerful forces beneath the earth, creating unforgettable scenery found nowhere else in Japan. This tour takes you through the iconic Hells of Beppu, where you can witness striking hot springs with vivid colors and steaming landscapes. You will also visit Takasakiyama Natural Zoo to observe wild monkeys in their natural habitat, followed by a stop at the Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center to experience local craftsmanship. With private transportation and a carefully designed route, this tour is perfect for travelers looking to explore Beppu efficiently in a short amount of time. This tour is great for any types of travelers , such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc.

Begin your private shore excursion with pickup from Beppu Port. Travel comfortably in your own private vehicle. Unlike a large group tour, there is no need to keep pace with other travelers, allowing you to enjoy each destination at your own pace. Travel to Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi, one of Japan’s highest pedestrian suspension bridges, and enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valley. Return to Beppu and explore the famous Hells of Beppu, where colorful hot springs and steaming geothermal landscapes showcase the area’s volcanic activity. Continue to the historic Kannawa Onsen district, known for its traditional hot spring atmosphere and rising clouds of steam. The driver speaks Japanese, with communication assisted by a translation app. Before your tour, you will receive an English digital guidebook about the itinerary and sightseeing locations. Pre-tour customer support is available in English. Return to Beppu Port in time for your ship’s departure.

Experience two of Oita's most distinctive attractions on this relaxing 6-hour tour. Begin with a visit to a traditional Japanese sand bath, where you will be buried in naturally heated volcanic sand while enjoying the therapeutic warmth that has attracted visitors to Beppu for generations. This unique wellness experience is said to help promote relaxation and improve circulation. After your sand bath experience, enjoy a delicious lunch at Isoyoshi, a renowned local restaurant known for its fresh seafood and regional specialties. Savor the flavors of Oita through carefully prepared dishes featuring seasonal ingredients from the rich waters of the Bungo Channel. This tour offers the perfect combination of relaxation, culture, and local cuisine, providing an authentic taste of Oita's famous hot spring heritage and culinary traditions.

Unlike many calligraphy activities, this class is taught by a professional Japanese calligrapher. As well as learning to write words of your choice, you will also have the rare chance to witness the aesthetic precision of a live calligraphy demonstration, giving you a real sense of 'wa' (和) - a concept cherished by the Japanese since ancient times.

This private tour is designed for cruise passengers arriving in Beppu, Japan's greatest hot-spring city. Your government-licensed English-speaking guide and private vehicle meet you right at Beppu Port (or a nearby hotel) and take you straight to the highlights, with no time wasted on logistics. Over 6 fully customizable hours you choose 2-3 destinations and your guide tailors the day to you. Marvel at the cobalt-blue Sea Hell and the steaming crimson Blood Pond Hell, meet the wild monkeys of Takasakiyama, explore the yunohana steam huts of Myoban Onsen, or cook your own lunch with natural geothermal steam at a jigoku-mushi workshop. Prefer something gentler? Add the stylish hot-spring town of Yufuin. With your own private vehicle the pace is entirely yours - ideal for families, seniors, and small groups wanting comfort and a friendly local expert. You'll return to your ship relaxed and on time, having seen the very best of Beppu in one seamless day.

Discover Beppu's rich bamboo heritage and stunning hot springs on this private tour. Start your journey at the Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center, where you'll create your own bamboo bell guided by local artisans. Next, marvel at the vibrant cobalt waters of Umi Jigoku, a hot spring celebrated for its stunning beauty and history. Stroll through the charming Ideyu-zaka street, immersed in the nostalgic atmosphere of Beppu's steam town culture. This experience is perfect for art lovers and families looking to explore Japan's unique traditions. - Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes - Private tour for a personalized experience - Hands-on bamboo crafting and cultural insights - Admission to Umi Jigoku and local guide included

We leave Beppu city to Usa shrine by a comfortable private car. Private transportation is included. Our first spot Usa shrine is an important Shinto shrine as a top shrine of Hachiman shrine. It is also visited by Japanese imperial family directly with imperial offerings. You can enjoy walking in calm and Devine atmosphere in the huge precinct. At nearby restaurant, you can enjoy local meals as your lunch. Ooita prefecture is famous for fried chicken. I recommend some local fried chicken restaurant. Then we come back to Beppu city and visit two hot spring hells or Jigoku. You may enjoy foot bath of natural hot springs that can heal your tired legs comfortably. You can enjoy natural hot spring area which can be seen as red bloody pond and blueish sea like pond. Please take nice pictures in front of them.