Ancient temple on a cliff where you encounter the solemn landscape of five hundred rakan statues
About this spot
An ancient temple clinging to a cliff in Yamakei, known for housing numerous rakan statues throughout its grounds. From the base, you can ascend to the mountainside using a lift, with the valley views along the way being one of the attractions. The main hall, built in a stone cave carved into the cliff face, creates a unique landscape harmonizing with nature, and has long been cherished as a representative landmark of Yamakei. It's a place where your family can savor the solemn atmosphere that lingers in the quiet.
Fireworks details
Name: 宮園楽（かっぱ祭り）
Date & time: 7/29 (Wed) Time TBA
Venue: 中津市山国町・雲八幡神社
山国川上流の山あいに鎮座する雲八幡神社で、2026年7月29日に行われる「宮園楽」は、地域で「かっぱ祭り」とも呼ばれ長く受け継がれてきた民俗芸能の奉納行事です。太鼓や笛の音にあわせて奉納される「楽」は、山国町の人々が大切に守り伝えてきた郷土芸能で、耶馬渓の豊かな自然を背景に厳かな雰囲気の中で行われます。都市部の華やかな夏祭りとは異なり、地域の歴史と信仰に根ざした静かな祭りの空気を家族で味わえる貴重な機会です。
Tips
開催時間や内容は年によって変わることがあるため、事前の情報確認がおすすめです。山あいのため夜は虫が多いことがあり、虫よけを持参すると安心です。足元が暗くなるため、懐中電灯があると安心です。
Tips
Admission fees apply. It's recommended to check the lift's operating hours and status in advance for peace of mind. With many stone steps, wearing comfortable walking shoes is advised.
Best time to visit
About 55 minutes. The calm afternoon hours are ideal for a relaxed temple visit.
Access & map
871-0311 Oita Prefecture, Nakatsu City, Honeyabakei Town, Atoda 1519
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2026 Miyanoen Gaku (Kappa Festival) Full-Day Immersion Course
Oita
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