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A panoramic view of Beppu's cityscape and Beppu Bay from the observation deck

About this spot

This observation tower has watched over Beppu since the Showa era and remains a beloved landmark. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city shrouded in hot spring steam and the serene Beppu Bay. You can also see the Kamegawa coastline where tonight's fireworks will light up the sky, making it perfect for building anticipation for the venue you're about to visit. The tower's retro atmosphere also makes it a popular spot for souvenir photos.

Fireworks details

Name: 亀川夏まつり

Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 20:00–21:00

Venue: 別府市・亀川漁港

Shells: approx. 5,000

別府市亀川漁港を会場に開催される、第38回を迎える地域密着の花火大会です。20時から21時までの1時間、夜空に約5,000発の花火が次々と打ち上がり、別府湾の海面にも花火の光が映り込む美しい光景が広がります。長年にわたり地元の人たちに愛されてきた夏祭りの花火は、規模の大きさに加えてアットホームな雰囲気も魅力です。潮風とともに響く花火の音を、家族で寄り添って楽しみましょう。

Tips

荒天時は中止となる場合があるため、当日は主催者の発表を確認しておきましょう。終了後は周辺道路が大変混み合うため、余韻を楽しみながら少し時間をずらしての帰宅がおすすめです。足元が暗いのでスマホのライトを用意しておくと安心です。

Food stalls

Food stalls: Yes

※Announced for 2026. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

Turn this into a day plan with stall time included

Source: kamegawamatsuri.com

Tips

Take the elevator to the observation deck. On clear days, you may see distant mountain ranges. In summer afternoons, the observation deck can get hot, so bring water with you.