別府市は、緑豊かな山々や高原と波静かな別府湾に囲まれた美しい景観を誇り、大地から立ちのぼる「湯けむり」は別府を象徴する風景として市民はもちろん観光客からも親しまれている歴史と文化あふれる国際観光温泉文化都市です。 市内には、別府八湯と呼ばれる8つの温泉エリアが点在し、毎分約10万2千リットルを湧出する温泉は、湧出量、源泉数共に日本一です。 Beppu is a renowned international hot spring and cultural city, nestled between lush mountains and the calm waters of Beppu Bay. Its iconic steaming hot spring plumes, known as yukemuri, rise from the ground and form a signature scene beloved by both locals and visitors alike. The city is home to eight distinct hot spring areas collectively known as the “Beppu Hatto”. With over 102,000 liters of hot spring water gushing forth every minute, Beppu holds the top spot in Japan for both volume and number of sources, making it a true paradise for onsen lovers.