Beppu 7 Hells Private Tour

Overview

This tour is thoughtfully created and guided by Beppu locals. Join us on a private Jigoku Meguri (7 Hells) Tour in Beppu, perfect for small groups (up to 5 people) and ideal for cruise passengers or one day visitors who want to experience the famous hot spring hells efficiently and comfortably. Explore Beppu’s iconic Jigoku sites without the hassle of navigating multiple buses, all from the comfort of private transportation. Enjoy convenient pickup from Beppu International Port or your accommodation, allowing you to relax and make the most of your limited time in Beppu. Why Choose Us? Local Connection: You won’t just meet a guide, you will meet a Beppu local friend who keeps the tour friendly, simple, and focused on what you enjoy. Customizable Tours: Tours are flexible along the tour route and based on your interests. If you have special requests, just let us know in advance. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Itinerary

1. Yukemuri Observatory

   This is our first stop! Here we will be able to see the steam rising from the hells of Beppu hot springs into the sky. It is the perfect spot to see the town of Beppu and surrounding mountains. This view is incredibly unique to Beppu and shouldn't be missed!

   · 5 min

2. Umi Jigoku

   One of Beppu’s most famous Jigoku “hells,” Umi Jigoku or "Sea Hell" features stunning turquoise-blue waters heated to over 90°C (194°F), too hot to touch but perfect for spectacular views! Formed over 1,200 years ago by volcanic activity, its vivid color comes from natural minerals. Watch steam rise and create a mystical, otherworldly scene that showcases Beppu’s incredible geothermal power.

   · 30 min· Admission included

3. Oniishibozu Jigoku

   Oniishi Bozu Jigoku (Hell of the Monk’s Head) is an ancient hot spring that pumps out hot gray mud in a way that resembles a monk’s head. After the Meiji era (1868-1912), this hot spring became known as “Bozu Jigoku” and became a tourist attraction. It is one of the seven majors Jigoku in Beppu and is located next to the Sea Hell. It has a free footbath and a variety of original snacks in its facilities.

   · 30 min· Admission included

4. かまど地獄

   Kamado Jigoku was named after an ancient myth in which steamed rice was cooked with the fumarolic gas discharged at 98 degrees Celsius as an offering to the Ujigami (guardian god) for the Kamado Hachimangu Shrine Festival.

   · 30 min· Admission included

5. Oniyama Jigoku

   Oniyama Jigoku is also known as "Crocodile Hell." In 1923, it was the first place in Japan to use hot spring heat to raise crocodiles. Currently, it is home to around 70 crocodiles, including members of the crocodile and alligator families.

   · 30 min· Admission included

6. Shiraike Jigoku

   Located in a Japanese-style garden with a tranquil atmosphere, Shiraike Jigoku, the "White Pond Hell" is named after the clear, colorless hot spring water that erupts and naturally turns a pale blue color as the temperature and pressure drop as it falls to the bottom of the pond.

   · 30 min· Admission included

7. Chinoike Jigoku

   Chinoike Jigoku, best known as the "Blood Pond Hell" is Japan's oldest natural hell, dating back over 1,300 years and mentioned under the name "Akayusen" in the Bungo no Kuni Fudoki, a book compiled during the Nara period. Red hot mud containing iron oxide, magnesium oxide, and other substances formed through a natural chemical reaction under high temperatures and pressure underground erupts from the stratum and accumulates, staining the entire surface of the reservoir red.

   · 30 min· Admission included

8. Tatsumaki Jigoku

   Tatsumaki Jigoku is an intermittent geyser designated as a natural monument by Beppu City. The hot water that erupts spectacularly at regular intervals is held back by a roof, but it has the power to spurt up to about 30 meters.

   · 30 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup included.

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wheelchair, Stroller, Cane, Walker can be rented by request (additional fee)
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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