Oita Prefecture has long nurtured a diverse and prosperous culture, as evidenced by the flourishing trade with the Namban in the Warring States Period. Oita is also home to nationally renowned hot spring resorts such as Beppu and Yufuin. Oita is also one of the top consumers of chicken meat in Japan, and its soul food, toriten, is a popular gourmet dish known throughout the country.

Beppu Onsen/Yufuin

Toriten

Takasaki Mountain Monkey