Fancy avoiding crowded touristic hotspots and exploring more 'local' areas you likely wouldn't find in a travel brochure? In this exclusive, small-group walking tour, you'll immerse yourself in history and culture whilst strolling through the streets of downtown Beppu. Experience the work and daily lives of the local artists who live here, visit a bamboo craft factory and enjoy a rare chance to meet skilled artisans face to face. You’ll also visit a local 'onsen' (hot spring), whose spa waters you can even taste for yourself. The tour culminates in a visit to a century-old Japanese house comprising a contemporary art gallery and gift shop. The house also features an exclusive history room showcasing historic photographs of Beppu’s rich past.

- Visit studios where you can experience and directly interact with the artistic activities of local artists.
- At Nagai Bamboo Factory - the only bamboo craft factory left in Beppu City , you can observe and experience traditional techniques.
- At Space Beppu, a traditional house over 100 years old, you can immerse yourself in the region's history, art, and local works.

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