Oita City

The tour guide provided detailed introductions to each attraction. The smoke show at the Undersea Hell was quite unique. The steamed eggs and corn were delicious, and we thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The children were also happy to see the animals.

Seeing the handsome katana (actually a ribbonfish XD), jellyfish resembling lucky clover of the sea, adorable garden eels, and even fish that locals love to eat in one tank—it's a bit of a quirky thing XD. The aquarium is small and not crowded, but it's very unique and fun. You can even take pearls and make your own necklaces. If you're in Oita, it's worth a visit. Take the bus from Oita Station to Tanoura Station, then stroll along the route of the Oita Marathon—a truly enjoyable experience with its mountains and sea. Of course, the aquarium's main attraction is the sea lion (or similar) show, but whether you watch it depends on your personal preference. Later, we watched dolphins playing with balls in the water—we were incredibly close! But because we were so close, we noticed obvious abrasions on their bodies, which was a bit heartbreaking.

This was my first time on a KKDay day tour. The driver was incredibly steady and skilled; even on a long journey, I was able to sleep well – truly impressive! He managed the itinerary perfectly. Thank you, driver! 👍 Our guide, Han Xue, was very hands-on, spoke gently, and shared many historical anecdotes related to the itinerary, adding a lot of cultural charm to my trip. The Nyoi-rin-ji Temple was truly stunning, and I was lucky enough to see the peaks from the Yufuin trailhead! ⛰️ Lake Kinrin is also highly recommended. The natural hot spring landscapes of Kamado Jigoku (Hell on the Stove) and Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) are also worth seeing. The last stop was a hot spring bath where you could enjoy onsen eggs and yuzu soy sauce – a truly satisfying experience for both body and soul! 😌 If you don't have a car, can't get a ticket for the Yufuin train, or have limited time, I recommend this tour. The only downside was that the time wasn't long enough; I didn't get to take enough photos! 😂

In the perfumery experience, you can customize and create your favorite scent. I ended up with a scent that I really like, and the perfumery process was a very valuable experience, so it was a very good experience. There is also an exhibition of perfumes from around the world, and you can experience the scent of the day. The shop has a wide selection of fragrant products, which are great for yourself or as gifts.