Oita

Oita (大分市 Oita-shi) is the capital city of Oita (prefecture) | Oita prefecture.

Introduction

eHalal Travel Guide is about Oita City and the capital of Oita Prefecture. Oita City Hall and the management center for Oita City, can be found next to the old castle ruins. The old castle ruins now consist of the old moat which surrounds a modern building called Oita Cultural Hall (Bunkakaikan). With Oita Cultural Hall and the Grand Theater and Otonoizumi Hall in the Iichiko Culture Center, Oita City is also the center of activity for events such as musical concerts and other stage events. The area near Oita Station has many shops, restaurants, and bars.

Travel to Oita

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Despite its reputation as an out-of-the-way city, Oita has multiple points of access.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Oita

Located roughly 25 miles northeast of Beppu, Oita Airport is the main commercial airport in Oita Prefecture and has daily services to and from Tokyo, Osaka (both Kansai and Itami) and Nagoya by both JAL and ANA as well as a single international flight to Seoul, Korea with Korean-Air .

Travel between the airport and surrounding cities and towns are handled by bus, unfortunately lacking any train access as of yet. The bus has an approximate travel duration of 45 and 60 minutes to Beppu and Oita, respectively.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Oita

Three JR Kyushu train lines run through Oita Station, located downtown: Nippo Honsen, Hohi Honsen and Kyudai Honsen. The Nippo Honsen could be considered Oita's main rail access line, running JR Kyushu's Sonic trains from Fukuoka|Hakata Station and reaching as far south as Miyazaki. Sonic express trains take roughly two hours to and from Hakata Station. The Kyudai Honsen has local service running to the west and reaching as far as Saga (prefecture) | Saga Prefecture. Finally and the Hohi Honsen runs local and express service as far as Kumamoto|Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture (about 3 hours).

By car

Oita is most easily accessed by vehicle via the East Kyushu Expressway, a well-maintained toll highway that runs from Fukuoka and through Oita, as far as the city of Usuki. Though expensive to use the highway is undeniably swift.

Travel on a Bus in Oita

Buses from virtually every major city on Kyushu have service to Oita and the main ones being the multiple highway buses that run to and from Fukuoka. Oita Bus, Oita Kotsu, Kamenoi Bus and a handful of others offer this highway service and travel duration is roughly two hours, nearly identical to JR Kyushu's Sonic.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Oita

Ferry Sunflower runs a daily ferry between Oita and Kobe. This service is a "sleeper ship", starting in Kobe in the early evening and running through the night until passengers disembark in the morning.

How to get around in Oita

The Oita Station area hotels, shops, and restaurants can be visited easily on foot.

You can rent a bicycle for 200yen a day at Oita Station and ride it to scenic spots like the West Oita waterfront (also accessible by train) and Oita River.

Buses leave from Oita Station and Tokiwa Department Store to other points in Oita City.

What to see in Oita

Funai Castle 01 - Funai Castle

• Funai Castle 33.2406503, 131.6114323 - Funai Castle 01 . There are some cherry trees in the park surrounding the castle.

• Oita Prefectural Art Museum - 大分県立美術館, Ōita-kenritsu-bijutsukan, OPAM - 33.239472, 131.601389

Ōita Prefectural Art Museum Oita OPAM 1 A

• Oita City Art Museum - 大分市美術館, Ōita-shi bijutsukan - 33.223417, 131.602028 - Oita City Museum -

Marine Palace UmiTamago - Marine Palace

About half-way between Oita and Beppu is Takasakiyama, where a colony of Japanese macaques can be visited in a pleasant surrounding. At the base of the mountain is the visitors' center and Oita's Marine Palace, an aquarium with a dolphin show and trained fish.

Takasakiyama esayari 01 - Monkeys at Takasakiyama

Oita OPAM 1 - Oita Prefectural Art Museum

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Oita

Worth seeing is the Oita Prefectural Library, designed by architect Arata Isozaki, an early Metabolist masterpiece, finished around 1965. A remarkable brutalist concrete building, it was converted into an Isozaki museum in 1998.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Oita

Oita has two large, Asian-style malls. You can try out "Wasada Town", a traditional fully-enclosed shopping center with an attached "K`s Denki" for any electronics that you need, as well as a "Tokiwa" that has the latest fashion and clothing for any situation. As you know Japan is one of the most expensive countries in the world, so don't be surprised about high prices even though it's a small city. The other big mall, "Park Place", is newer than Wasada Town, has store entrances within and without its main enclosed area and it is located 20 minutes walking from the "Big Eye" multi-purpose stadium. Here you`ll find another comprehensive shopping experience, plus it has some more attractions for the younger crowds. The movie theater features both domestic and international titles and if you have a student or exchange student ID make sure to show it to get a discount.

Halal Restaurants in Oita

Oita overflows with affordable and tasty ramen restaurants and stalls, most specializing in tonkotsu ( Beef broth) ramen that compete in flavor with Fukuoka's famous variety.

Takoyaki aficionados would be wise not to miss the Tettako chain of takoyaki stalls scattered throughout the city.

Chicken nanban, a kind of fried Chicken cooked with Rice vinegar and served with a tartar sauce-like topping that originally hails from Miyazaki Prefecture, has taken off spectacularly in Oita. This dish can be found at almost any low-budget restaurant around the city

Karaage, that ever-present Japanese answer to Chicken nuggets or buffalo wings, can be had on the affordable at any of the Oita Karaage chain stands around the city.

Downtown Oita abounds with mid-priced izakaya, particularly in the Miyako-machi and Funai areas. Notable among these izakaya is Kamifusen, a small, popular chain that caters to groups large and small.

For diners willing to pay a premium for authentic Japanese gourmet, a handful of Oita restaurants serve Seki-aji and Seki-saba, special kinds of mackerel caught in and around the swift currents of the Hoyo Channel between Kyushu and Shikoku. Also available in Oita, though in rarer quantities than the special breeds of mackerel, is fugu(blowfish), caught by fisherman in the city of Usuki. Like most Japanese cities, Oita has compressed virtually all of its drinking establishments into one general entertainment neighborhood called Miyako-machi. Located roughly one kilometer north of Oita Station, Miyako-machi's streets are lined with multi-story buildings packed with countless bars, hostess clubs, snack bars and izakaya.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Oita

Oita - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Oita, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Oita. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Oita and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Oita. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Oita. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inOita: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Oita.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Oita: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Oita, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Oita.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Oita, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Oita, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Oita and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Oita, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Oita, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Oita without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Oita is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Oita.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Oita is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Oita, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Oita Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Comodo Hotel - 金池町1丁目2番1号 33.2338521, 131.6080985 ☎ +81 97-514-4000 +81 97-514-3223 Singles 5,190 yen, doubles 7,440 yen - Very convenient business hotel, right next to the main train station. Clean and neat rooms. Price includes breakfast and free use of an amazing onsen hot spring on the top floor. The men's section even has a rooftop rotenburo outdoor bath!

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