Mount Tsurumi (’ߌ©Šx, Tsurumidake) is a 1375 meter high mountain that overlooks Beppu. The mountain is accessible via the Beppu Ropeway which takes visitors nearly 800 meters up the steep slopes to a small park near the summit. The park offers multiple observation decks with panoramic views of Beppu and Oita City, Mount Yufu and as far as the Kuju Mountains when visibility is good.
The small park is covered by a network of walking paths that lead to the various nearby viewpoints. The actual summit of Mount Tsurumi can be reached in a 15 minute walk from the upper ropeway station. More demanding hiking trails connect Mount Tsurumi to the surrounding mountain peaks. It is also possible to bypass the ropeway and climb up the entire mountain in about two hours via a hiking trail that starts at the lower ropeway station.
The scenery around Mount Tsurumi changes with the seasons. In early to mid April, over 2000 cherry trees bloom around the ropeway's lower station, turning the area into one of Beppu's most popular hanami spots. Rhododendrons color the mountain slopes typically from mid May to early June.
Fall colors start appearing around the summit in early October and slowly make their way down the mountain over the course of five or six weeks. In winter, hoarfrost covers the trees and bushes around the summit in a delicate, crystalline coat of ice. The hoarfrost typically appears between December and mid March.
Getting there and around
The lower station of the Beppu Ropeway is located along the regular road that connects Beppu with Yufuin. It can be reached by bus number 36 in about 20 minutes from Beppu Station (440 one way, 1-2 buses per hour).
How to get to and around Beppu
Hours and Fees
Hours
9:00 to 17:00 (until 16:30 from mid November to mid March)
Departures every 20-30 minutes
Departures every 20-30 minutes
Closed
Infrequent irregular closures due to maintenance and strong winds
Admission
1800 yen (roundtrip), 1200 yen (one way)
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AMANE resort GAHAMAAMANE resort GAHAMA features a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 24 km of Resonac Dome Oita and 4.4 km of Beppu Station. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan has family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. The ryokan offers some units with sea views, and units are fitted with a balcony. The units are equipped with heating facilities. A bar can be found on-site. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the garden. Oita Station is 16 km from the ryokan, while Kinrinko Lake is 24 km from the property. Oita Airport is 33 km away.View on Booking.com -
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Beppu Hatto Onyado Nono BeppuFeaturing 3-star accommodation, Beppu Hatto Onyado Nono Beppu is set in Beppu, 20 km from Resonac Dome Oita and 500 metres from Beppu Station. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya, Select Beppu and Yayoi Tengu. Oita Airport is 38 km away.View on Booking.com -
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AMANE resort SEIKAIBoasting luxurious guest rooms with open-air hot spring bath overlooking the ocean, AMANE resort SEIKAI is a 7-minute walk from JR Beppu Daigaku Station. It features spacious public hot spring baths and a spa salon. Free Wi-Fi is provided in the public area, and parking is available at no charge. Fitted with dark wooden flooring and chic furnishings, each spacious room offers great ocean views. Guests can unwind on comfortable sofas or tatami (woven-straw) mats, and watch Blu-ray movies on a flat-screen TV. The Seikai provides large public baths and hot tubs on the ground floor and top floor. Spa Sheer Pearl offers ultimate relaxation with delicate massages and treatments. A gift shop and drink vending machines are available on site, and luggage can be stored at the 24-hour front desk for free. JR Beppu Station is a 15-minute drive and Oita Airport is a 40-minute drive from the property. Beppu Jigoku-meguri hot springs are within a 15-minute drive. Umitamago Aquarium is a 30-minute drive away. Gen serves traditional Japanese cuisine using seasonal and local ingredients. Eitaro restaurant offers various fresh seafood meals, while Japanese-Western fusion dishes can be enjoyed at Ban-ya.View on Booking.com -
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KannawaenKannawaen is an entirely non-smoking accommodation that features a garden, terrace and bar in Beppu. 100 metres from Hells of Beppu, the property is also 500 metres away from Jigokumushikobo Kannawa. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service for guests. There is an designated smoking area on site. All guest rooms in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms will provide you with mountain views. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is an on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of Asian dishes. The property has a hot spring bath. Popular points of interest near Kannawaen include Hyotan Onsen, Yukemori Observatory and Oita Fragrance Museum. Oita Airport is 31 km away.View on Booking.com -
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Beppu Kannawa Onsen HIROMIYAProviding city views, Beppu Kannawa Onsen HIROMIYA is located in the Kannawa Onsen district of Beppu, 26 km from Resonac Dome Oita and 5.5 km from Beppu Station. With a shared lounge, the 2-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the ryokan, every unit is equipped with a tatami. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Yama Jigoku, Hells of Beppu and Oita Fragrance Museum. The nearest airport is Oita Airport, 35 km from Beppu Kannawa Onsen HIROMIYA.View on Booking.com -
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Ryotei MatsubayaBoasting various natural hot spring baths and delicately prepared lavish Japanese meals, Ryotei Matsubaya offers chic guestrooms with Japanese aesthetic and a relaxing ambience. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The ryokan offers both Western-style rooms with wood-flooring and Japanese-style rooms fitted with traditional futon bedding. Each air-conditioned room comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Some rooms feature an en suite bathroom. Matsubaya Ryotei offers free luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Some hot spring baths are available for private use. Massages can be arranged at an additional charge, and guests can request a car rental to explore the local area. A gift shop and drinks vending machines are available on site. JR Beppu Station is a 7-minute drive or taxi ride away, and Beppu Ropeway Station is a 15-minute drive from the property. Jigoku-meguri Hot Springs can be reached within a 15-minute drive, while Umitamago Aquarium is a 20-minute drive away. Featuring seasonal ingredients, Japanese multi-course meals are served at the spacious dining room.View on Booking.com -
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GALLERIA MIDOBARUSet in Beppu, 25 km from Resonac Dome Oita, GALLERIA MIDOBARU offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and free shuttle service. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. GALLERIA MIDOBARU offers a buffet or Italian breakfast. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot spring bath. Guests at GALLERIA MIDOBARU will be able to enjoy activities in and around Beppu, like cycling. Beppu Station is 5 km from the hotel, while Oita Station is 17 km away. Oita Airport is 40 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Beppu ShowaenBoasting in-room hot spring baths and seasonal gourmet Japanese multi-course meals, Beppu Showaen provides chic Japanese-style individual house accommodation. Free Wi-Fi is offered in the public area, and parking in available for free. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, spacious houses feature a low table and seating cushions. A flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with tea bags are also provided. Each house comes with an in-room hot spring bath or an open-air bath. The rooms are also provided with local beer and natural water. Special amenities for men and women are provided. See 'Important Information' for details. While staying at the Showaen, guests can request massages or purchase souvenirs from the on-site gift shop. Guests can reserve a spacious hot spring bath for private use at time of check-in, and complimentary green tea is served in the lobby. The property is an 8-minute drive from JR Beppu Station, and free shuttles are available from the station when requested at least 1 day in advance. Rakutenchi amusement park is a 3-minute walk and a 5-minute lift ride away. Fresh seafood and local ingredients are featured in Japanese multi-course meals, which are served in the guestroom with a Nakai (personal attendant) service. Special meal requests can be accommodated.View on Booking.com -
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Bettei HarukiSet in Beppu in the Oita region, with Oita Fragrance Museum and Yama Jigoku nearby, Bettei Haruki offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. The property features garden views and is 26 km from Resonac Dome Oita and 5.4 km from Beppu Station. Oita Station is 18 km away and Kinrinko Lake is 22 km from the ryokan. Some accommodation includes a patio and a satellite flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the ryokan, some units are allergy-free and soundproof. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Hells of Beppu, Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center and Yukemori Observatory. Oita Airport is 35 km away.View on Booking.com -
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Hana BeppuSituated in Beppu, 21 km from Resonac Dome Oita, Hana Beppu offers accommodation with a hot spring bath, spa facilities and beauty services. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. A fridge is also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the ryokan, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near Hana Beppu include Beppu Station, Beppu Park and Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya. The nearest airport is Oita Airport, 38 km from the accommodation.View on Booking.com
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