Sand Bath Experience and Fugu Lunch Tour from Beppu by car

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience two of Oita's most distinctive attractions on this relaxing 6-hour tour. Begin with a visit to a traditional Japanese sand bath, where you will be buried in naturally heated volcanic sand while enjoying the therapeutic warmth that has attracted visitors to Beppu for generations. This unique wellness experience is said to help promote relaxation and improve circulation.

After your sand bath experience, enjoy a delicious lunch at Isoyoshi, a renowned local restaurant known for its fresh seafood and regional specialties. Savor the flavors of Oita through carefully prepared dishes featuring seasonal ingredients from the rich waters of the Bungo Channel.

This tour offers the perfect combination of relaxation, culture, and local cuisine, providing an authentic taste of Oita's famous hot spring heritage and culinary traditions.

What's Included

fugu (blowfish) dishes
Hotel or cruise port pick up
Sand bath experience
Private car
National licensed English speaking guide

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide will be waiting for you at the arrival gate of Beppu cruise terminal, or at the lobby of your hotel in Beppu.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    SHONIN PARK is a large resort-style park and leisure complex in Beppu, located along Shōningahama Beach. It opened in 2025 as a redevelopment of the former Shōningahama Park area. The facility combines several attractions in one location: A beachfront sand bath and hot spring facility called Sand SPA. Accommodation at ISHINOYA Beppu. The restaurant Grill Takka featuring local ingredients. Shops and public park space. Walking areas with views of Beppu Bay.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    At Isoyoshi, you can enjoy a variety of fresh seafood specialties sourced from the rich waters of the Bungo Channel. The restaurant is particularly renowned for its expertly prepared fugu (blowfish) dishes and live seafood. Popular menu items include: Fugu Sashimi (Tessa) – Thinly sliced blowfish served with ponzu sauce. Fugu Hot Pot (Tecchiri) – A traditional Japanese hot pot featuring tender blowfish. Fried Fugu – Crispy deep-fried blowfish with a delicate flavor. With its focus on fresh local seafood and traditional Japanese cuisine, Isoyoshi offers an authentic dining experience that highlights the culinary treasures of Saiki, Oita. You can also learn how to cook blowfish in Japanese way from the licensed chef at this restaurant.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Culinary Tours
Car Tours
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

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

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