A viewpoint at the heart of Shin-Yabakei, called Hitome-Hakkei (Eight Views at a Glance) because you can see eight views of strange rock formations from one spot. It is Yabakei’s best-known spot for autumn leaves.
PRKlook[Autumn Only] Yabakei (Ao no Domon & Hitome Hakkei), Kokonoe Yume Bridge & Usa Shrine Day Tour (from Fukuoka)Guided tour from Fukuoka visiting Ao no Domon, Hitome Hakkei, Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge and Usa Shrine, with admissions includedView on KlookPRKlookHitome Hakkei, Keisekien, Kyusuikei & Kokonoe Yume Bridge Foliage Day Tour (from Fukuoka)Seasonal guided group tour from Fukuoka visiting Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge, Kyusuikei, Keisekien and Hitome Hakkei (meals not included)View on KlookOita Prefecture’s tourism information gives late October to mid-November and Nakatsu City gives mid-November to early December; timing varies by year and location
Peak times are typical guides. The timing shifts with each year’s temperatures.
The highlight is the combination of towering rock peaks, such as Gunenzan and Tobinosuyama, with the autumn leaves. Soba restaurants and inns line the area around the observation deck.
An observation deck overlooking eight rock peaks, including Gunenzan and Tobinosuyama
ZooKyushu ・ Usa, Oita
A safari park in Ajimu, Usa City, Oita Prefecture, where you tour free-roaming animals by car or bus. You can explore in two ways: the My Car Safari, driving your own car through the Safari Zone with lions, elephants, and more, or the Jungle Bus, which moves along as you feed the animals. It's about 7 minutes by car from Beppuwan Smart IC, making it easy to combine with sightseeing in Beppu and Yufuin.
ExperienceKyushu ・ Beppu & Yufuin
A Beppu sightseeing classic: touring the seven hot spring sources known as jigoku (hells) in the Kannawa and Kamegawa areas of the hot spring town of Beppu. The hells each differ in color and form, from the cobalt-blue Umi Jigoku and the red Chinoike Jigoku to Tatsumaki Jigoku, which erupts at regular intervals. A combined ticket covers all seven, and you can tour them in about 2.5 hours including travel.
AquariumKyushu ・ Takasakiyama, Oita
An aquarium near Mt. Takasaki in Oita City, themed on becoming friends with animals. Performances by dolphins, walruses, and others are held many times a day, and you can get close to the animals. It can be reached by bus from Beppu Station and Oita Station, making it easy to combine with sightseeing in Beppu.
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Garden
CastlePeak periods, hours, prices and access are based on official sources such as the spot’s own website, local governments and tourism associations. Colors and event details can change, so check the official website before you go.
Last checked: 2026-10-05
