Sanrio Harmoneyland, in Hiji, Oita-prefecture

A theme park dedicated to the various Sanrio characters including Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll

and My Melody. Harmonyland is located in Hiji, Oita Prefecture, approximately a 30minutes

drive from JR Beppu Station. There are live shows that take place daily, plenty of rides,

and opportunities to have photos with your favorite Sanrio characters.

If you want a great view out over the surrounding landscape, try the Ferris wheel – you

may even be lucky enough to hop into a Hello Kitty carriage. Hours for Harmonyland

differ depending on the season, and closure days also change from month to month.

Takasaki mountain animal park, in Oita

An altitude of 625m located in the boundary line of Oita-city and Beppu-city is known

as a habitat of the wild Japanese monkey.

The park was opened in 1953, in which about 1700 wild Japanese monkey are living.

The monkeys are fed regularly by park wardens in order to keep them on the mountain

and prevent conflicts with farmers and residents in the neighborhood.

The aquarium focuses on the aquatic life found around Kyushu. The main tank is a huge,

seven meter deep pool filled with all different kinds of marine life including over 120 sharks

of 20 different varieties. There are also several outdoor tanks where you can experience

feeding dolphins and sea lions.

Japan’s own replica of Moai Statues. Enjoy a breath taking panoramic view of the Pacific

Ocean, the Sun Messe Nichinan has replicas of the Moai statues from the Easter Island

placed here and there in the area.

The Sun Messe Nichinan is the only place all over the world that has been permitted to

replicate the Moai statues. There are restaurants and also tourist viewing areas inside

the park.