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－Itinerary introduction－

In addition to Yufuin and Beppu, Oita has beautiful mountain scenery, vast plains, and varied sea views. Usa City is also worth a visit.

Usa City is located in the northern part of Oita Prefecture, on the west side of the Kunisaki Peninsula protruding from the Seto Inland Sea. In ancient times, it was connected to the capital via the inland sea, and it was also connected to Dazaifu (Fukuoka), the gateway to East Asia, via land, and became an important transportation hub. From this, the Hachiman culture of "the fusion of gods and Buddhas" developed.

Usa City is mainly divided into three major areas:

(1) There are many large and small canyons in the courtyard area. Because of the canyon topography, there are many stone bridges with high piers.
(2) The Ansin area centered on the basin has a culture of using trowel paintings as home decoration and turtle cooking.
(3) The Usa area has a vast plain. Because it is close to the sea and has a vast plain, it retains many cultural heritages that are highly rated throughout Japan, such as Usa Jingu Shrine and the Oita Prefectural Usa Fudoki Tumulus Group (Prefectural Museum of History) )etc.

Usa City has also developed its unique history and culture in the environment rich in natural resources in these three areas.
Welcome to Usa to experience the natural scenery, history and culture of Usa!

The above information comes from the Usa City Tourism Association.
https://www.usa-kanko.jp/tw/

RURU PARK Oita Agriculture and Culture Park during flower viewing period

Flower viewing period at Qiancai Farm

"Usa Shrine" was once selected as "one of the most beautiful scenery in Japan" by CNN and is the most representative landmark of Usa. There are approximately 44,000 "Hachimangu" throughout Japan, and the main palace of these Hachimangu is Usa Jingu. The shrine was built in 725 and is regarded as one of the birthplaces of the union of gods and Buddhas. The union of gods and Buddhas lasted for centuries, and related religious ceremonies were jointly hosted by clergy and Buddhist monks until the Meiji government in 1868. It ended with the issuance of an order to separate the shrine from Buddhism. Subsequently, all Buddhist buildings in the shrine were removed and turned into purely Shinto facilities. However, many culturally valuable buildings are still preserved, and the main hall was designated as a national treasure. The hinterland of the shrine is vast and is located in a native forest. It is wider than the Tokyo Dome and has a large forest. Coming to Usa Jingu has a relaxing and healing effect, and there are different views in the four seasons. You can feel the charm of Usa Jingu Shrine in any season.

"White butterflies from March to May, broom grass from September to October" RURU PARK (formerly known as Oita Agricultural Culture Park) ※The viewing period for white butterflies is from late March to early May every year; the viewing period for broom grass is from late September to November every year early month

"Wisteria from April to May, rose from October to November" "Sensai Farm" in Usa City has the largest wisteria garden in Western Japan. There are 2,400 square meters of vines in the garden and about 250 wisteria trees. At the end of April every year In early May, the white, pink and purple wisteria spread to form an indescribably beautiful scenery. In addition, local tea, oranges and other agricultural products are also sold in the park, and there is even wisteria-flavored ice cream waiting for you to try. It is a popular attraction in Usa City in spring. After entering summer, you can feel the greenery and the fragrance of tea here. Starting from mid-May, 2,500 roses will bloom in the 5,000-square-kilometer park, and the natural romantic rose fragrance wafts in the air.

The largest brewery in Usa City, "Miwa Liquor", opened the "Kanashima Kyoku Nozo" sake experience center in May 2022. Here you can try various local limited sakes. Non-drinkers can go to the nearby "Muginozo" cafe to taste delicious dishes and non-alcoholic drinks made with local ingredients, or relax in the spacious park. , is also very suitable for children to play outdoors. It is a place suitable for the whole family.