Become a Local! A Walking Tour of Arts, Crafts & Onsen Culture
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Beppu, Japan
- 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Admission fees for each facility
- Food, beverage and souvenir costs excluded
- Bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- WANDER COMPASS BEPPUJapan, 874-0935 Oita, Beppu, Ekimaechō, 11１７ えきマチ1丁目別府BIS 南館内
Please gather in front of the Beppu Station tourist information centre, Wander Compass, located just outside the east exit of Beppu Station.
End point
- Space BeppuJapan, 874-0942 Oita, Beppu, Chiyomachi, 12 12番9号
We will give a clear information how to get back to the Station or wherever the guests want to visit next. It is only 12 mins walk from JR Beppu Station.
Itinerary
1
Beppu Station Market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
永井製竹（株）
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
別府風流人
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Kiyoshima Apartment House (Creator's Residency & Studio)
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Space Beppu
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 40 reviews
Dontinai_E, Apr 2026
This was a great experience. Very informative and enthusiastic guide! Thank you for the great tour. I was able to speak to a local artist, a local performer and a local artisan. It was fascinating to learn about Beppu’s growing art scene. Very authentic and honest details about the city and culture. I recommend this tour!
Jan_S, Apr 2026
Audrey was a fantastic guide! She knew the ins and outs of Beppu, showing us places that the typical tourist wouldn't see. For example, we went to a 100 year old bamboo factory where the work was all done by hand, as it had been hundreds of years ago. We learned about the population in Beppu and the culture there. Audrey was very flexible as to how much time we spent in each place and listened to what we wanted to do. I highly recommend her for this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Jan and Marcus,
Thank you very much for joining our tour! It was a true pleasure meeting you both. :) I’m so happy to hear you had a great time with us.
Wishing you a safe and wonderful continuation of your journey.
And you are always welcome back to Beppu anytime!
Audreay
Jane_W, Feb 2026
This tour was off the beaten path. We were able to visit the last working bamboo factory in Beppu. We also learned about the onsen culture and visited an artist workspace. Lily was our tour guide and we really appreciated her pacing and communication style. We highly recommend this tour.
Susan_D, Jun 2025
Wonderful private walking tour in Beppu. Highlight was visiting a locals house and playing the harp with her. She served tea and we also had an origami lesson. This tour was very art focused.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the walking tour, especially the harp session. It’s great to hear the art-focused experience made your visit memorable. We hope to welcome you again in Beppu!
Janice_J, May 2025
Fascinating walk through back streets of Beppu and the bamboo factory is not too be missed.
Very knowledgeable tour guide Lou.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed exploring Beppu’s back streets and the bamboo factory. Loi will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We hope to see you again for more unique experiences!
Anna_N, Jul 2024
Had an amazing time learning about Beppu and seeing many different things. The guide was really informative, kind and funny. His English was also perfect. We really enjoyed it. Thank you!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re glad you had an amazing time learning about Beppu and enjoyed the tour. It’s great to hear the guide was informative, kind, and fun, with perfect English. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon!
Penny_F, Apr 2024
Masahiro Ide was a marvelous guide! My husband and I had a terrific time with him. We would never have found the places he took us to on our own. It was our final day in Japan after 3 weeks and a wonderful way to end our trip. Thank you for giving us this opportunity to be guided around Beppu.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Masa made your final day in Japan so special and memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for more amazing experiences in the future!
LAUREEN_T, Apr 2024
Masa took us to places we would not have seen on our own and shared good information about historical buildings, Artists’ residence & studios, quaint bath houses, hidden family restaurants & Cha-san’s bamboo factory. Speaking first hand with a gifted artist gave us a personal opportunity to learn about her dedication and sacrifices she makes to create her stunning masterpieces. Visiting & learning so much about bamboo gave us a new way of appreciating the amount of work and dedication that goes into making bamboo products. The value of bamboo products hand made in Beppu is much greater in our minds today. We are enjoying the bamboo speakers’ sound quality! Thank you so much, Masa!!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed learning about the local artists and the incredible craftsmanship behind bamboo products. It’s great to know you’re enjoying the bamboo speakers too! We really appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to welcome you back for more discoveries in the future!
AnnaMarie_H, Apr 2024
This was such an excellent tour. Masa gave insight into Beppu's rich history. Walking through downtown Beppu in the rain was magical. Especially enjoyed the visit to the artist studios.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad the rainy walk added a special touch to your experience. We appreciate you sharing and hope you carry those magical memories with you!
Susan_S, Apr 2024
We had a wonderful tour from beginning to end. We were met on time at our meeting spot. We were able to see parts of the city that you wouldn't know to go to. We had the opportunity to hear the history of the city from our local guide. All of he stops we made were very interesting and educartional.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour from start to finish. Exploring the hidden parts of the city and learning about its history really makes the experience special. We’re glad our local guide could make it both interesting and educational for you. Hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon!
SIMON_T, Apr 2024
Masa was a fantastic guide who spoke excellent English. Seeing the local market street and Bamboo manufacturing site were amazing. The artists in residence apartment was also very interesting. Culminating in visiting Space Beppu shop where some of the items we had seen could be purchased. We extended the tour by going to an Onsen which Masa had recommended. (excellent choice - Suginoi Hotel). He accompanied us and made sure we got back to the station for our pick up.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that Masa provided such a fantastic and informative tour, and that you enjoyed the local market, bamboo factory, and artists’ residences. It’s great that Masa’s Onsen recommendation at Suginoi Hotel was a perfect choice. We appreciate your kind words and hope you visit again!
Saskia_v, Aug 2024
Het was erg interessant om meer over Beppu en Japanse gebruiken te horen van een echte local, en ontzettend leuk om de kunstenaars te spreken en te zien waar zij werken!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed learning about Beppu and Japanese customs from a local perspective. We hope to welcome you back for more inspiring experiences soon!
Danke schön!
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