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Oita Private Tour - Umi-jigoku (Sea Hell)
Umi-jigoku (Sea Hell)
Oita Private Tour - Chi-no-ike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell)
Chi-no-ike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell)
Oita Private Tour - Tailored to every guest's need
Tailored to every guest's need
Oita Private Tour - Guests enjoying the hell
Guests enjoying the hell
Oita Private Tour - View of the Beppu
View of the Beppu
Oita Private Tour - View of the Beppu
View of the Beppu
Oita Private Tour - Kannawa Area
Kannawa Area
Oita Private Tour - Learning the tradition with hot springs
Learning the tradition with hot springs
Oita Private Tour - Our comfy car (Nissan Serena)
Our comfy car (Nissan Serena)

Beppu Geothermal Wonders: A Private Custom Tour

Car Tour (driving guide)
Oita Tour Guide - Kei H.

Joined 2025

Kei H.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Oita
English, Japanese (Native)
5 hours
Private tour (only you and Kei H.)
Up to 5 people

Embark on a captivating journey through Beppu's most iconic geothermal landscapes. This private tour, conducted in the comfort of a private vehicle driven by your guide, offers an immersive experience into the heart of Beppu's natural wonders.


This half-day tour offers a perfect introduction to Beppu's geothermal wonders, leaving you with lasting memories of this captivating city.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Designated point in Beppu

- Pick up at a point in Beppu as you request. ex. Cruise Terminal / JR Beppu Station / Accommodations

09:30 AM

Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell)

Witness the mesmerizing cobalt blue waters of this stunning hot spring, a testament to Beppu's volcanic activity.

10:00 AM

Oniishi Bozu Hell

Unique and fascinating hot spring in Beppu's Hells of Hell Tour. Unlike other hells, its main feature is not a colorful pool, but rather bubbling gray mud. This boiling mud erupts to the surface, forming spherical bubbles that resemble the shaved heads of Buddhist monks, giving the hell its distinctive name.

10:20 AM

Short Walk in Kannawa Area

Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of Kannawa, Beppu's historic onsen district, with a leisurely walking tour. This area, renowned for its abundant geothermal activity, offers a unique glimpse into traditional Japanese onsen culture.

11:30 AM

Yukemuri Observatory

Capture breathtaking panoramic view of Beppu City from the viewpoint nestled in a residential area. This hidden place is accessible only by car or taxi.

12:00 PM

Chi-no-ike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell)

Be amazed by the vibrant crimson waters of this unique hot spring, colored by iron oxide, creating an otherworldly spectacle.

01:00 PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Ending Point

Drop off at a point in Beppu as you request. ex. Cruise Terminal / JR Beppu Station / Accommodations

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Drive & Guide fee = your guide will drive a car

Transportation by a private car (Nissan "Serena")

Fuel, parking fees, toll fees

What‘s not included

dmissions- Hells: JPY500 per person each hell

Meals (guide & members)

Tour Important Information

*This tour includes a short walk on the stone paving / slopes (60mins or so). It's favorable for guests to join with comfortable shoes.

*The car is NOT wheelchair-accessible.

*Pick-up/Drop-off locations can be flexibly discussed and assigned.

*The tour program is customizable as your travel needs. Feel free to send a message to discuss for tailor-made plan.

Important message from the supplier

Draft itineraries and tour options are the starting point to have more insightful conversation. I'm always welcome to discuss further, catering to your particular travel needs!

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Oita Tour Guide - Kei H.

Joined 2025

Kei H.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Kei H.

Hi, I'm KEI! Your friendly local guide ready to show you the real Japan.

With expertise in Oita area (Beppu, Yufuin etc), I'm passionate about guiding my guests around various aspects from commonly known attractions to off-the-beaten tracks, those in the know, know places.


I've been working in tourism for years and love sharing my passion for this beautiful country with visitors. From bustling cities to hidden gems, I'll create a personalized itinerary that suits your interests.


Whether you're a foodie, history buff, or nature lover, I can help you experience the best of Japan. Let's create unforgettable memories together!

Reviews

Best Tour Ever!!

100% worth the cost. Traveling around Hita via the busses and taxis would have been impossible for all that ai wanted to see. Kei not only customized the itinerary, he was also great company and friendly! I included Attack on Titan stops as well as local geta store and yakisoba. Every single stop was memorable and the city is so beautiful. Kei communicated very well before the trip so I knew exact schedule for the day in advance. I didn't feel rushed at all.

Wonderful 2 days with Kei!

We hired Kei for 2 days for the Beppu day tour and the Discover Usuki tour. Kei arranged the days so that we would be touring the areas during the less crowded times and it worked perfectly. He picked us up at the ferry terminal with some local snacks to try (delicious!) to start the day. Being a Sunday, we headed to Usuki for the first day since the Beppu Hells would likely be more crowded. It was so quiet and peaceful walking through the old Samurai town. It was quite fascinating and beautiful. Highly recommend this tour to immerse yourself in an area where it feels like going back in time in Japan. Upon our request, Kei arranged for us to have a fugu meal at a local restaurant. One bucket list item completed! He then drove us to see the carved Buddhas, then monkey mountain. Both stops were well worth the visit! Kei was very informative and considerate to make sure we were enjoying our tour. The next day we went to see highlights of the Beppu Hell pools. He had more local snacks for us to try…Yummm! Another fantastic day seeing three of the pools. We also had a walking tour of the back streets of Beppu and leaned how all the geothermal activity was being used. Very interesting…you had the option of even steaming your feet! We asked to eat udon for lunch and we stopped at a delicious udon place, that even my picky raised-in-Japan mother loved. Afterwards, we went up to a fantastic view of Beppu that tourists are not likely to see. And with some extra time, my boyfriend wanted to buy tools and Kei was able accommodate us. Kei had been communicating with me before the trip to ensure the tour was catered to our interests. The biggest concern was that my mother was in a wheelchair. He made sure that everywhere we went, it was wheelchair accessible. He had a little stool for her to help her step into the vehicle too. That was perfect. Thank you Kei for a wonderful time!

Joann H.

Kei H.

Thank you very much!! It wi

Wonderful Time with Kei for 2 days!

We hired Kei for 2 days for the Beppu day tour and the Discover Usuki tour. Kei arranged the days so that we would be touring the areas during the less crowded times and it worked perfectly. He picked us up at the ferry terminal with some local snacks to try (delicious!) to start the day. Being a Sunday, we headed to Usuki for the first day since the Beppu Hells would likely be more crowded. It was so quiet and peaceful walking through the old Samurai town. It was quite fascinating and beautiful. Highly recommend this tour to immerse yourself in an area where it feels like going back in time in Japan. Upon our request, Kei arranged for us to have a fugu meal at a local restaurant. One bucket list item completed! He then drove us to see the carved Buddhas, then monkey mountain. Both stops were well worth the visit! Kei was very informative and considerate to make sure we were enjoying our tour. The next day we went to see highlights of the Beppu Hell pools. He had more local snacks for us to try…Yummm! Another fantastic day seeing three of the pools. We also had a walking tour of the back streets of Beppu and leaned how all the geothermal activity was being used. Very interesting…you had the option of even steaming your feet! We asked to eat udon for lunch and we stopped at a delicious udon place, that even my picky raised-in-Japan mother loved. Afterwards, we went up to a fantastic view of Beppu that tourists are not likely to see. And with some extra time, my boyfriend wanted to buy tools and Kei was able accommodate us. Kei had been communicating with me before the trip to ensure the tour was catered to our interests. The biggest concern was that my mother was in a wheelchair. He made sure that everywhere we went, it was wheelchair accessible. He had a little stool for her to help her step into the vehicle too. That was perfect. Thank you Kei for a wonderful time!

Joann H.

Kei H.

Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! I am thrilled that you and your family enjoyed the 2-day Beppu and Usuki tour. It was my pleasure to arrange the fugu meal and ensure that every location was perfectly wheelchair-accessible for your mother—her comfort was my top priority. Hearing that you loved the local snacks and felt like you were "going back in time" in Usuki truly makes my day. That is the exact "Immersion" experience I always hope to share! Thank you again for choosing me. It was a joy to guide you, and I hope to see you again in Kyushu!

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