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All Japan Beppu

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Beppu

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Beppu, Japan

Updated September 12, 2022

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Chinoike Jigoku

Beppu, Japan

Chinoike Jigoku

Steaming blood-red hot spring from hell.

Beppu, Japan

Aburaya Kumahachi Sculpture

This statue of the "shiny uncle of Beppu" was erected in 2007.
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Yufuin Floral Village

Yufu, Japan

Yufuin Floral Village

This amusement park brings a little slice of England to the heart of Kyushu.
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Usuki Stone Buddhas

Usuki, Japan

Usuki Stone Buddhas

These medieval stone-cut Buddhist statues may protect visitors from being fired.
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