Recommended spots such as autumn leaves in Oita Prefecture

There are various autumn leaves spots around Grand Mercure Beppu Bay Resort & Spa
The trees that are beautifully colored red and yellow are truly spectacular.
We will introduce recommended spots around the hotel.

Beppu Ropeway

Kyushu's largest 101-seater ride, about 10 minutes to reach a world at an altitude of 1,300m.
You can fully enjoy the magnificent view from the mountain and the superb view of nature that changes depending on the season.
The autumn leaves seen from the gondola are very beautiful in red and yellow.
Enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Beppu Bay in autumn from the top of the mountain.

[The best time to see autumn leaves]
From mid-October to late November 2025

■Approx. 25 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: 22km)

Three New Views in Japan: Fuka Yaba-kei Gorge

"Fuka Yaba-kei Gorge" where you can enjoy the atmosphere of a landscape painting.
Hitomehakkei Stone Pillars, a scenic spot, has this name because it overlooks eight strange rocks. From the observation deck, you can see beautiful sights of maple, maple, ginkgo and other autumn leaves.

[The best time to see autumn leaves]
Scheduled from late October to late November 2025

■Approx. 55 minutes by car from the hotel (running distance: approx. 46km)

Kuju "Dream" large suspension bridge

A suspension bridge with an altitude of 777m, a length of 390m, and a height of 173m, the highest and second largest in Japan.
The view from the top of the bridge is spectacular, and you can see one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls, "Shimo Falls", and the famous spot for autumn leaves, "Kusuikei".

[The best time to see autumn leaves]
Scheduled from late October to mid-November 2025

■About 55 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 52km)

Fuki-ji Temple

The National Treasure Fukiji Daido is the oldest existing wooden building in Kyushu (late Heian period), and is said to be one of the three Amida-do halls in Japan, along with the Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple and the Golden Hall of Chuson-ji Temple. In late autumn, you can see the golden color of ginkgo as if you were laid with a yellow carpet, and its beauty is a masterpiece.

[The best time to see]
Scheduled from late November 2025 to early December 2024

■Approx. 40 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 32km)

Lake Kinrin

Lake Kinrin, a sightseeing spot that represents Yufuin.
It is said that Shimizu and hot springs are flowing into the lake, and the water temperature is high throughout the year, so you can see a fantastic sight of steam rising from the lake surface early in the morning from autumn to winter.

[The best time to see autumn leaves]
Scheduled for mid-November 2025 to mid-November 2024

■Approx. 35 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 32km)

Takasakiyama Natural Zoo

Takasakiyama Natural Zoo where you can see wild Japanese macaques up close.
During the autumn leaves, maples and maples are beautifully colored, and you can enjoy observing wild Japanese macaques while strolling around the autumn leaves.

[The best time to see autumn leaves]
Scheduled from early December to mid-December 2025

■Approx. 25 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: 13km)

Yaba-kei Gorge Dam Memorial Park, Keisekien

Yaba-kei Gorge is located in Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture, known for its magnificent nature.
This garden, built to commemorate the completion of the Yaba-kei Gorge Dam, uses tens of thousands of stones and water from the dam to recreate the landscape of Yaba-kei Gorge.
In autumn, maples and maples turn red and yellow, and a fantastic autumn leaves light up is held.

[The best time to see autumn leaves]
Scheduled from late October to late November 2025

■Approx. 50 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: 56km)

Ruru Park (Oita Agricultural Culture Park)

Kokia in autumn is dyed red, creating a beautiful landscape like a painting.
As the temperature drops, its color gradually turns to golden
Why don't you spend a warm moment where you can experience the beauty of nature?

[Every yearly best time to see]
One-sided red Kokia is scheduled for mid-October
Gradation kokia (green → red from late September to early October / red → golden from late October to early November)

■Approx. 17 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: 14km)

Sanko Cosmos Garden

Sanko Cosmos Garden, a popular spot that colors autumn in Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture
It is one of the most famous flower spots in western Japan where millions of cosmos are in full bloom every year.
A variety of flowers such as pink, white, red, and orange are in full bloom against Mt.

[Sanko Cosmos Festival Period]
October 17 (Fri) to November 5 (Wed), Reiwa 7
※The park may be closed temporarily due to bad weather.
In addition, since the mowing work will be performed early in the morning after the last day, you will not be able to see the flowers after the holding period.

■Approx. 39 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: 42km)

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