Immerse yourself in Beppu’s arts, crafts, and onsen on a walking tour. Meet local artists, visit a bamboo craft factory, and experience a hot spring. Discover a century-old Japanese house with a contemporary art gallery and a history room.
- Beppu Station Market - Experience a local market offering fresh fish and vegetables, and seize a unique opportunity to engage with local Japanese residents.
- æ°¸äº•è£½ç«¹ï¼ˆæ ªï¼‰ - Established in 1908, observe the meticulous crafting of bamboo products by skilled artisans using local bamboo from Oita Prefecture. In addition to watching the artisans at work, you can purchase bamboo products, making for unique souvenirs to take home.
- Kiyoshima Apartment House (Creator’s Residency & Studio) - Beppu is a haven for arts & crafts, and art enthusiasts will relish the chance to meet the residents of Kiyoshima Apartment, a creator residence & art studio in downtown Beppu. Besides viewing a variety of works on display, you might also witness the artists working on their projects.
- Kamiya Onsen - Sample potable hot spring water straight from the source, with minerals that give it a smooth texture. You’ll also learn about local ‘onsen’ (hot spring) culture and etiquette.
- Space Beppu - A unique community space & shop in a renovated century-old Japanese house, Space Beppu offers something for everyone. It features a history room with old photographs of Beppu and a small art gallery showcasing works by Kiyoshima Apartment residents. Relax in a charming house where tradition and modernity blend harmoniously.
- All admission fees included
- Food, beverage and souvenir costs excluded
- Bottled water
Fancy avoiding crowded touristic hotspots and exploring more ‘local’ areas you likely wouldn’t find in a travel brochure? In this exclusive, small-group walking tour, you’ll immerse yourself in history and culture whilst strolling through the streets of downtown Beppu. Experience the work and daily lives of the local artists who live here, visit a bamboo craft factory and enjoy a rare chance to meet skilled artisans face to face. You’ll also visit a local ‘onsen’ (hot spring), whose spa waters you can even taste for yourself. The tour culminates in a visit to a century-old Japanese house comprising a contemporary art gallery and gift shop. The house also features an exclusive history room showcasing historic photographs of Beppu’s rich past.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.