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Recommended spot for Hatsumode in Oita Prefecture
As we celebrate the New Year, holding a traditional Japanese event, Hatsumode, is an important time to renew our mind and pray for the safety of the year.
Here are some of the most recommended Hatsumode spots and first sunrise spots near the hotel.
Hatsumode Yahata Sohongu Usa-jingu Shrine
Usa Jingu Shrine, a national treasure that represents Oita Prefecture, is the total Hongu of about 40,000 Yahata Shrine nationwide, and is also known as the birthplace of Shinto and Buddha practices.
It is said that there are comprehensive benefits such as bad luck, safety at home, and traffic safety. Why don't you go around various power spots on the precincts, such as the sacred tree, which is said to be 800 years old, and the married stone, which is said to be auspicious?
At Usa Jingu Shrine, there is a tradition that Empress Jingu placed breast milk in a gourd to raise Emperor Ojin, and it seems that gourds were cultivated in Usa.
Gourds have long been said to pay for disasters, fulfill all wishes, and bring happiness, and Usa Jingu has a gourd ema.
〒872-0102 2859, Minamiusa, Usa-shi, Oita
■Approx. 40 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 32km)
Hatsumode Yahata Asami-jinja Shrine
Yahata Asami-jinja Shrine in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture.
The first thing that attracts your eyes when you enter the precincts is the sacred tree "Okusu Tree", which is estimated to be over 1,000 years old. It is one of the largest trees in Japan, with a height of 30m and a trunk thickness of 11m.
In addition, there are two cedars standing in Omotesando, which is called "marital cedar", and there is an episode that couples are connected when they pass between these two cedars, making it popular as a power spot for marriage.
〒874-0812 2-15-19, Asami, Beppu-shi, Oita
■About 25 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 11km)
Hatsumode Kamado, Yawata-jinja Shrine
As you climb up the long stone steps with legend that the demon built it, you can see the shrine behind the two torii gate.
There are many traditions related to turtles, and "Nade turtle" is placed for prayer.
On Vernal Equinox Day (March 19-25) and Autumn Equinox Day (September 18-24), you can see the sunrise rising between the torii gates.
Please see the details of Yawatagamamon Shrine for the fantastic scenery where the torii gate and the morning sun overlap.
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〒874-0011 1900, Uchikamado, Beppu-shi, Oita
■Approx. 10 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 5km)
[The first sunrise] Kin Wajima
Two triangular strange rocks are lined up right next to Yatsushiro Port in Manai, Hiji-cho.
Since ancient times, it has been known by local people as Kin Wajima, a married couple rock, and the old pine that grows on the top of the rock has the illusion of looking at landscape paintings.
In addition, during the sunrise and sunset hours, a fantastic sight spreads around Kin Wajima.
(At present, some rocks have collapsed, and shime territory is not performed.)
■About 22 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 13km)
Other Hatsumode and first sunrise recommended spots
There are various attractive spots in the distance around the hotel where you can visit a little further.
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You can see the wonderful sunrise from all over the hotel in Grand Mercure Beppu Bay Resort & Spa.
The moment the morning sun rises, the sky turns orange and pink, and you can enjoy a memorable moment combined with the beautiful scenery of Beppu Bay.
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