Hells of Beppu

What it is

• A collection of natural hot spring vents located in Oita Prefecture.
• Seven major springs belong to the Beppu Jigoku Association for tourism.
• Four of the locations were designated as National Scenic Spots in 2009.
• The site features Japan's first bus tour service established in 1928.

What to see

• Umi Jigoku features cobalt blue water reaching temperatures of 98 degrees Celsius.
• Chinoike Jigoku displays natural vermilion red water in a large pool.
• Tatsumaki Jigoku is a geyser that erupts at intervals of 30 to 40 minutes.
• Oniyama Jigoku uses geothermal heat to breed approximately 100 crocodiles.
• Shiraike Jigoku contains white water caused by specific temperature and pressure changes.
• Onishi Bozu Jigoku features large bubbles of hot gray mud rising to the surface.

When to go

• Kamenoi Bus operates regular sightseeing tours throughout the day.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.