2025 Saiki Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

[Rest House Usagi-tei] All the fillets are thickly cut and very satisfying❤️ They're fresh, so they're plump, and the fine fat of the fish pops out✨ A beautifully shaped seafood bowl for just 1,600 yen👏 The sea urchin bowl has small sea urchins, but there's plenty of them♪ Right in front of the ocean, where you can see tasty fish⭐️ You can see the ocean from the terrace seats👍 The cute ladies are also very friendly♪ It gets busy on weekends, so make sure to call to make a reservation by the day before! Just past Kamae, you'll be in Miyazaki. The highway is free from Saiki IC to Nobeoka Minami IC, so if you're driving in eastern Kyushu, we recommend stopping by Kamie🚗 📍Address: 2186-2 Takenoura Kawachi, Kamie, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:00-14:00, until 21:00 on Saturdays Closed on Mondays #Kamie #Saiki #Saiki Gourmet #Saiki Trip #0 Yen Trip November

In front of Saiki Station [Ramen Hakuryu] This ramen has a strong garlic aroma and a strong pepper flavor⭐️ Surprisingly, it's not heavy, and the pork bone soup is easy to drink, although it's not light. Crunchy bean sprouts add a touch of elegance✨ The noodles are medium-thick and chewy😊 I ordered two types, but I was especially satisfied with the NEO Saiki Arabushi❤️ 💰Price per person: NEO Saiki Arabushi 800 yen NEO Saiki Aka 800 yen It's right in front of Saiki Station, so it's easy to get to, and there's a big sign that says "Ramen Hakuryu"🍜 📍Location: 1-4-15 Ekimae, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:40-14:00, 18:00-21:00 Closed on Sundays and Thursdays #Saiki #Saiki Gourmet #Saiki Trip #Oita #0 Yen Trip November

[Utagenka Bridge] This bridge spans Kitagawa Dam, one of the 100 best dam lakes on the border between Oita and Miyazaki prefectures. "Utagenka" is a lullaby from this region♪ The impressive inverted Y-shaped tower is supported by a fan-shaped cable😊 The geometric beauty is beautiful⭐️ There are families having picnics at the foot of the bridge, and a roadside station is right next to it, making it a lively place. It's a lovely, heartwarming bridge that's loved by the locals🎵 📍Location: Minamitahara, Ume-oaza, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 💰Price per person: Free #Utagenka Bridge #Oita #Oita Trip #Oita Drive #0 Yen Trip November

[Roadside Station Ume] Registration has been decided for the Sobosukae UNESCO Ecopark 👏 Oita specialties kabosu and shiitake mushrooms are sold cheaply. Fried chicken and "Utagenka-yaki" with chestnuts are also very popular ✨ There was a line at the restaurant 🍴 There are many maple trees, and I think it is beautiful during the autumn leaves season 🍁 There is a large campsite next to it, which is also a point for the Kyushu Central Digital Stamp Rally 😊 The electric car charger is located in the second parking lot about 100m away 🚗 📍Location: 2513-5 Minamitahara, Ume Oaza, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 #Roadside Station Ume #Oita #Oita Trip #Oita Drive #0 Yen Trip November

The sea is right in front of you! A roadside station that boasts seafood⭐️ [Kamae Interpark Umibenoichi] Fresh shellfish and fish caught that day are lined up✨ Large yellowtail and amberjack swim gracefully in the fish tanks, and during the lobster season, there are so many lobsters that they make a rustling sound♪ The most recommended dish is the colorful, scallop-like Hiougi shellfish❤️ They are sold for 695 yen for 5 pieces, and you can eat them by heating each piece in the microwave for 1 minute, so if you try hard, you can enjoy them even at the hotel👍 It's the best with Oita's specialty kabosu♪ Enjoy gourmet food at the grill hut where you can have a seafood barbecue, the restaurant, and the snack corner, and there are wheelchairs and a nursing room at the tourist information center. The view is amazing because the sea is right in front of you! From Oita Airport, it takes about 2 hours via the Higashi Kyushu Expressway in a rental car 🚗 This is a roadside station that boasts seafood, which is my favorite ♪ 📍Address: 142-16 Morisakiura, Kamae, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: 9am - 6pm #Kamae Interpark Umibenoichi #Saiki #Oita Trip #Oita Roadside Station #0 Yen Trip November

Every year, I frequent the "Ise Ebi Festival" at the "East Kyushu Ise Ebi Kaido"✨ The Ise Ebi Festival is a festival where you can enjoy fresh Ise Ebi dishes at 29 stores along the Kaido in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture and Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture. It is held for three months from September to December, when the Ise Ebi fishing ban is lifted, and there are giveaway entries and photo contests📷 What! In 2024, 29 people will win 1kg of Ise Ebi❤️ Prices vary depending on the size of the inn or guesthouse, but if you stay, you can eat an Ise Ebi course meal for 1 night and 2 meals for 12,000 yen, which is an incredible price⭐️ The shells of the Ise Ebi are dried and used as food for chickens. What luxurious chickens 😄 This time I stayed at Shimizu Marine, where I ate my fill of spiny lobsters for 1 night and 2 meals for 13,000 yen 💡 The place to stay here has the atmosphere of a training camp, but there are many unique lodgings along the Ise-Ebi Kaido. I recommend a gourmet guesthouse ♪ A tour of the Ise-Ebi Kaido that you can't stop ❤️ I recommend it 🎵 Shimizu Marine 📍Location: 40-2 Takenoura Kawachi, Kameo, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture #Spiny Lobster Festival #Saiki #Oita #Oita Trip #0 Yen Trip November

Located just after exiting Kamae IC on the free section of the Higashi Kyushu Expressway ✨ Restaurant attached to the roadside station Kamae Interpark Umibenoichi Raw rock oysters, rock oyster sushi, fried rock oysters, rock oyster gratin... You'll be amazed at the amazing rock oyster feast⭐️ While the season for true oysters is winter, rock oysters are in season in summer. They are caught for three months from June to September. They are characterized by their large, plump flesh, and their juicy, rich flavor is irresistible❤️ Make a reservation during the summer and be sure to visit. You can eat delicious rock oysters while looking out at the sea😊 You can also order oysters individually✨ You can also purchase oysters at the roadside station. 💰Price per person: Oyster set meal 3,300 yen Reservations required by the day before for 2 or more people 📍Location: Morisakiura, Kamoe, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: 11:00-14:00 Closed on January 1st Roadside station opening hours are 9:00-18:00 #Kamae Interpark Waraiuo #Saiki #Oita trip #Saiki gourmet #Exquisite gourmet #100 travel styles

The owner is a fish broker at the Saiki Fish Market 🐟 Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, is a place where you can eat fresh fish. While traveling, I had lunch at the Chinese restaurant "Chinese Cuisine Kaharu," which can directly purchase seafood 😊 A variety of plates with carefully decorated cuts ♫ While you're soothed by the cute pigeons on the green pepper and pork stir-fry, plates of shrimp chili, sweet and spicy turban shells, salted stir-fried scallops, Saiki asparagus, a bite of shark fin soup, and more are brought out one after another. The semi-private room interior is relaxing. The prices of individual dishes are also cheap, and you can eat your fill for about 1,000 yen for lunch. I enjoyed some unexpected Chinese food in the fish town of Saiki 😊 1-16-22 Nakanoshima, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture Opening hours: 11:15-14:30, 17:00-21:00 #Kahara #Saiki #Saiki gourmet #Oita #Oita trip #Oita gourmet #0 yen trip

This fish market is located in Saiki Port, less than a 10-minute walk from JR Saiki Station. A wide variety of seafood, processed foods, and vegetables are sold here. It's a convenient place for locals to eat and for souvenirs. In particular, "Sensoku Ichiban," which sells sushi buffets and side dishes, has a self-service eat-in space on the second floor, so you can eat the sushi, side dishes, and fish paste you buy on the spot. There are also vending machines for miso soup and beer! Address: 3-21 Kuzu Port, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0801 #fishing port #Saiki #fresh fish #fish market #trip2211

This is not a local B&B. The uncle and his wife drove us to visit the place we didn't know. It is located at 〒879-3302, Oita Prefecture, Saeki City, Ume Oza, Minamidahara I found it by searching for Totoro bus stop on Google Map. The bus stop is cute and has a retro feel, great for taking photos! 😍😍😍 city.saiki.oita.jp

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Cafe Rin 898-1 Kamikogura, Yayoi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0112 This time, I'd like to introduce a recommended cafe in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. I ordered a parfait and pancakes here, and both were very delicious and plentiful. This time, I only ordered dessert, but there are many different options, so I'd like to go back and try them again next time. The seats by the window are recommended because you can see the greenery and relax there. Please go and try it once.

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Charlie Brown 2-281 Tsuruoka Nishimachi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0047 This time, I'd like to introduce a recommended cafe that I've been to recently. It was peach season this time, so I ordered a peach parfait, which was very delicious with lots of sweet things. The counter was also very nice and I was able to relax. In addition to parfaits, they also have cakes, so I'd like to try them next time. If you go to Saiki, please be sure to visit.

Container Cafe And Blue Address: 741 Okimatsuura, Tsurumi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-1203, Japan Today, I’d like to introduce a charming café I recently visited. I ordered a roll cake and a parfait here, and the roll cake version was packed with plenty of Shine Muscat grapes, making it absolutely delicious. The interior is designed like a container, creating a very cute and cozy atmosphere that makes you want to visit again. If you ever find yourself in Saiki, I highly recommend stopping by!

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Mocha Coffee, a Homemade Roasting Workshop 2311-1 Kamioka, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0061 This time, I'd like to introduce a cafe I recently visited. I ordered a cake and a drink here, and the cake design was very cute. The drink and cake go very well together, and I highly recommend eating it in the cool seasons, such as spring. The coffee was very delicious, as it is a shop that specializes in coffee. Please give it a try.

Cafe MARY 〒876-1151 77-1 Nagara, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture This time, I’d like to introduce a recommended cafe located in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. At this cafe, I ordered pudding and coffee. The pudding was topped with soft whipped cream, offering a perfect level of sweetness that was absolutely delicious. It paired wonderfully with the coffee, and I’d love to have it again. The interior of the cafe features counter seats and various other seating options, making it a cozy spot to relax. I highly recommend visiting this cafe at least once!

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Tsunagu Chaya 2-43 Sendomachi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0832 This time, I will introduce a recommended matcha cafe in Saiki, Oita Prefecture. You can eat various matcha desserts such as matcha latte here, but this time I ordered a parfait. The parfait was not only heavy but also large, so it's good to share it with two people. The interior of the store has an old Japanese atmosphere, and it is made of wood so you can relax and enjoy it. Please go and try it once.

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Cafe Poporous 12-20 Sendomachi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0832 This time, I'd like to introduce a recommended coffee shop in Saiki City. This time, I ordered a pudding a la mode and a coffee, and I was able to experience the retro atmosphere of an old coffee shop. It was very cute and nice. The atmosphere of coffee shops has become very popular recently, so I thought this cafe was great. The desserts are delicious and the prices are cheap, so please go and try it once.

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Marine lamp. 4-12 Nakamura Higashimachi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0853 This time, I will introduce a recommended cafe in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. The cocoa roast beef bowl is very famous, but since they also have dessert, I think it's also great to have a parfait after the meal. This time, after eating the roast beef, I ordered a parfait at the cafe, which was very delicious and I would like to go again. The interior of the store was simple and cute, decorated with dried flowers. Please go and check it out.

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip coffee 5 1184-1 Ikeda, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-0025 This time, I will introduce a recommended cafe in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. This cafe is located in the countryside, so it is nice to be able to see a beautiful countryside atmosphere. This time, I ordered one drink, and I thought it was very cute and nice to use alone or with someone. The interior of the store has a simple atmosphere, so I highly recommend it. Please go and check it out.

Saiki Port lies quietly on the coastline. The water here is clear and transparent, sparkling, like an interesting contact with the sea! The fine sand on the beach is as soft as velvet, and stepping on it feels like stepping on clouds. This is an ideal place for a family outing. Whether you want to relax or enjoy the sun, you can find your own fun here. The sunlight reflects brilliant colors, making people want to pick up their phones to capture this beautiful moment. The evening breeze blows gently, bringing the breath of the ocean and incomparable tranquility. #Saeki Port #Beautiful Harbor #Beach Fun #Ocean Fantasy #April Good Places 2025

This time, I would like to introduce an observation deck located in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. Although it is a lighthouse, it is also a highly recommended spot for viewing the sunset. I visited during sunset hours, and I was able to witness the sun sinking into the sea, which was incredibly beautiful. Oita has many natural spots, making it a great destination for nature lovers. I highly recommend visiting at least once. Tsurumisaki Lighthouse Address: 549-2 Kajiyoura, Tsurumi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, 876-1312 Hours: Open 24 hours

This time I went to a market in Saiki where seafood is delicious! Last time I went in the afternoon, but there weren't many items, so this time I went first thing in the morning!! Everything I ate was delicious! If you go first thing in the morning, you can choose your favorite sushi, but if you go before lunch, you can't choose and it's wrapped, so I recommend going early. The ice cream outside is also very delicious, so be sure to try it after eating your meal. 📍Saiki Sea Market○ Address: 3-21 Kuzuminato, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 876-0801 Opening hours: 9:30 to 18:00 #0 yen trip February 2025

[Monsieur Kawano] A Western-style French restaurant in a traditional Japanese home run by a chef who was a chef at the Japanese embassy in Europe. The restaurant serves dishes that make the most of the ingredients, using excellent fish and vegetables caught near Saiki. Starting with appetizers such as squid in mustard sauce, basil scallops, and petite lasagna, followed by fish dishes, basil sorbet to cleanse the palate, roasted teal, and dessert. Despite the elaborate dishes, we enjoyed them comfortably. The restaurant has a wonderful space with completely private rooms. You can discuss the menu with us. 💰Price per person: 7,000 yen 📍Location: 6-26 Higashimachi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:00-22:00, reservations required Inquire about closed days #Saiki #Saiki Gourmet #Oita #0 Yen Trip November

Roadside Station Kamae [Buri Laboratory] Fresh, fatty yellowtail grilled rare for a fragrant, grilled yellowtail bowl✨ We pour wasabi into soy sauce and enjoy it🤩 The plump yellowtail has a nice texture, and the squid on top is sweet and delicious😋 You can also purchase seafood at the direct sales store, which has a fish tank. 💰Price per person: 2,000 yen 📍Location: 5104-1 Kamaeura, Kamae, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: Restaurant 11:00-15:00 (O.S. 14:30) Direct sales store 9:00-17:00 #Roadside Station Kamae #Kamagae #Saeki #Saeki Gourmet #0 Yen Travel November

#10월여행지원금이벤트 Do you all know the hottest prop shop in Yufuin? This is the Ghibli shop where Totoro from My Neighbor Totoro guards the entrance! I'm not the type to collect figures and I'm not a fan of the genre so I didn't buy anything, but it was still so much fun to look around. I guess it's because the movies were so fun to watch. If you've seen Ghibli movies, listen to the songs here.

7 minutes by ferry from Saiki Port in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🚢 This remote island is about 17km in circumference ✨️ There are two ferries per hour, one of which we were able to board by car! An island with no traffic lights and lots of nature 🏝 It was a wonderful island where time flows slowly! We stayed in the family building of Marine House Kaito Natsukan 👪 There is a restaurant-like place called Shokusaikan next door, and we ate there! The feast was made with plenty of locally produced ingredients, and everything was delicious and filling ✨️ Enjoy fishing on the floating island and stargazing at night, and you can have an experience unique to the island 💫 Recommended for family trips! 📍Oiri Island Marine House Kaito Natsukan 📍1059-13 Kuboura, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture Shokusaikan 📍1059-11 Kuboura, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture #IslandTrip #OiriIsland

Michelin-listed [Fukuzushi] 🍣 Saiki's fresh fish is overflowing ✨ The sardines were especially amazing, as they were so fatty that you couldn't even see the small bones ⭐️ When you put them in your mouth, the flavor hits you directly ✨ It was so delicious that I had to go for seconds several times 💕 All the ingredients, from pufferfish to grunts to sea urchins to horse mackerel to live tokobushi, were excellent ❤️ The playful chef's stories were also interesting, and it was a blissful time 😊 We got the recommended sushi and some alcohol, and it cost about 4,000 yen per person ⭐️ It's amazing 👏 📍Location: 4-11 Nakamura Higashimachi, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:00-14:00, 17:00-21:00 Closed on Sundays #Fukuzushi #Saiki #Michelin Oita #Michelin Kumamoto Oita #0 yen trip

East Kyushu Ise Ebi Kaido [Kaisen no Yado Matsuura] The lobster was packed with roe and the legs were firm. The meat was also plump⭐️ I stayed in a spacious Japanese-Western room. The sea was right in front of me, and the large sink was convenient✨ The breakfast was a little salty, but it was a hearty Japanese set meal. The front desk was very polite😊 I had a leisurely dinner in a private room. It seems you can also just come for meals👍 📍Location: 550-30 Matsuura, Tsurumi Oaza, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 💰Price per person: 25,000 yen #Kaisen no Yado Matsuura #East Kyushu Ise Ebi Kaido #Saeki #Saeki Ryokan #Saeki Gourmet #0 Yen Trip