🗺️ Kitsuki Castle Town

Kitsuki Castle Town is located about 5 kilometers east of JR "Kitsuki" Station, near Kitsuki Castle, an area ruled by the Matsudaira family during the Edo period. The quaint streets lined with preserved samurai residences have been designated as an important traditional building preservation area and are quite famous as filming locations for Japanese period dramas and movies. The representative attractions of the castle town include the cobblestone slope "Suya no Saka," which connects the samurai residences on the high ground to the commercial street, as well as "Shioya no Saka" located opposite. There are also kimono rental shops nearby, allowing visitors to stroll in kimonos while taking commemorative photos. Other beautiful slopes include "Ameya no Saka" and "Kandōba no Saka." Additionally, samurai residences such as "Ōhara-tei," "Nokami-tei," and "Isoya-tei" are open for visits. Kitsuki City is situated on the route from Beppu to Oita Airport, making it a great stop to explore on the last day of your journey. Participating in a mini tour led by volunteers, organized by the Kitsuki City Tourism Association (guide fee: 1000 yen for 1 hour), can deepen your understanding while you explore the area.

A castle town that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period. Many slopes, such as "Suya no Saka," are great locations for photography. Walking in a kimono, the scenery is picturesque. It is conveniently located near Oita Airport.