Festivals in Oita

Bamboo lanterns illuminate Taketa's temples and historic lanes on autumn evenings.

Illuminated warrior-themed floats and dancers parade through central Oita.

Ceremonial floats pass through Kitsuki's castle town for Tenjin Shrine's festival.

Costumed processions recall Hita's history as a town under direct shogunate rule.

Ornate floats accompanied by Gion music parade through Hita's historic districts.

Portable shrines and hot-spring-water celebrations give thanks for Beppu's onsen.

Summer festivities spread through Beppu before fireworks illuminate the bay.

Gion floats and shrine processions travel through Nakatsu's old town.