While you’ll find a lot of shrines in Japan dedicated to the Shinto gods of rice, marriage, and business fortune, Usa Jingu is a little more hardcore. Enshrined here is the god of war, Hachiman. In fact, this is the head temple of all those dedicated to him in Japan.
The main hall — designated as a National Treasure — is the first to have been built in the Hachiman-zukuri style of architecture, particular to the shrines which celebrate this god: two halls connected by one roof. In the grounds, you’ll also be able to explore the upper complex, lower complex, auxiliary buildings, and treasure hall.
As far as shrines go, this one really is quite expansive, so if you want to take it all in fully then set aside at least an hour to meander around the grounds. Afterwards, head to the west exit toward the street vendors peddling souvenirs and street food to pilgrims on their way to pray.

日本有很多供奉稻米、婚姻和商业财富之神的神社，而宇佐神宫则更为严谨。这里供奉的是战神八幡。事实上，这里是日本所有供奉战神的寺庙之首。
被指定为国宝的主殿是第一座采用八幡造建筑风格的建筑，这种建筑风格是供奉八幡的神社所特有的：两个殿堂由一个屋顶相连。在院内，您还可以参观上层建筑群、下层建筑群、辅助建筑和宝物殿。
就神社而言，这座神社的占地面积确实很大，如果您想一饱眼福，至少要留出一个小时的时间在院内漫步。之后，您可以从西面的出口向朝圣者兜售纪念品和街头小吃的小贩走去。

日本神道中的射箭之神和战争之神八幡是宇佐神宫的主人，这里不乏可供欣赏的国宝。                                 

美国神宫美食体验与餐厅 | byFood

宇佐神宫 

射箭和战争之神的总神殿是同类建筑中最大的之一，有三个不同的区域可供探索。

Hachiman, Japan’s Shinto god of archery and war, calls Usa Jingu Shrine home, with no shortage of national treasures to enjoy.                                 

Usa Jingu Shrine Food Experiences & Restaurants | byFood

Usa Jingu Shrine 

Located on the east side of Kyushu, Oita Prefecture enjoys the warm climate of the south, with perfect conditions for onsen, citrus fruits, and sun-seekers. Oita City is the capital, with lovely beaches and mountain parks. 

Just a short trip north, you’ll find Japan’s most famous hot spring resort town, Beppu. This place has more variety of baths than you’ll find anywhere, and seven special ones just for viewing known as the “hells” of Beppu. Aside from soaking yourself to bliss, you can also enjoy some traditional onsen cooking, which uses nothing but the steam from the springs to cook some tasty treats.

Despite Beppu’s fame, the mountain town of Yufuin to the east is often rated higher by onsen hipsters for being less crowded and even more charming. For first time visitors, it’s best to try both! After you’ve been boiled to perfection in some of Japan’s most mineral-rich waters, you can leadoff to do some exploring. The Kuju Mountain Range has the tallest mountain on the island, and some nice volcanic scenery. 

Head further to the north of the prefecture, and you’ll find the Kunisaki Peninsula — a rural region with some impressive shrines and temples. Perhaps the best is Rakanji Temple, which houses over 3,700 stone Buddha statues.

By traveling down Oita, you’ll be following in the footsteps of millions of visitors from years and centuries past. After you’ve lost yourself in the soothing waters of an onsen, you’ll understand exactly why they came.

大分县位于九州的东侧，拥有南方温暖的气候，非常适合泡温泉、品尝柑橘和享受阳光。大分市是首府，拥有美丽的海滩和山间公园。 

往北不远，您就会发现日本最著名的温泉度假胜地别府。这里的温泉种类比任何地方都要多，还有七个专门供人观赏的温泉，被称为别府的 "地狱"。除了泡温泉，您还可以品尝传统的温泉料理，利用温泉的蒸汽烹饪美味佳肴。

尽管别府名声在外，但东面的山城汤布院却因人烟稀少、更加迷人而受到温泉潮人的青睐。对于第一次来访的游客来说，最好同时体验这两种温泉！ 在日本矿物质最丰富的温泉中泡过之后，您就可以出发去探险了。九州山脉拥有全岛最高的山峰，还有一些漂亮的火山景观。 

再往县北部走，您会发现国崎半岛--一个有着令人印象深刻的神社和寺庙的乡村地区。其中最著名的可能是罗汉寺，寺内供奉着 3,700 多尊石雕佛像。

沿着大分县一路前行，您将追随数百年来数百万游客的足迹。当您沉浸在舒缓的温泉中时，您就会明白他们为何而来。

奢华的温泉浴和令人印象深刻的自然风光--大分适合任何类型的度假：悠闲的、活跃的，以及介于两者之间的所有类型。

发现大分美食 | 餐厅, 体验, 旅游提示

大分

日本餐桌礼仪

外出就餐的日语用语

虚拟日本之旅的旅行视频

大分拥有闻名遐迩的温泉胜地--一旦您征服了大分的世界级温泉，还有更多精彩等着您去发现！

Luxurious hot spring bathing and some impressive natural scenery — Oita is a great fit for any type of vacation: laidback, active, and everything in between.

Discover Oita byFood | Restaurants, Experiences, Travel Tips

Oita

Japanese Table Manners

Japanese Phrases for Dining Out

Travel Videos for a Virtual Japan Trip

Home to a hot spring hot spot that’s been famous for centuries — once you’ve conquered Oita’s world-class onsen, there’s much more to be discovered!

The head shrine of the god of archery and war is one of the biggest of its kind, with three distinct areas to explore.

Address Title

Forgot password

Sign in to byFood

Join byFood

Apply byFood coupon code

This total contains an approximate conversion. There may be a small difference due to current currency exchange rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Us

Become a Host

Blog

Contact Us

Cooking Classes

Dining Experiences

Food Experiences

Food Tours

Gift Cards

Restaurant Reservation

Shop Gourmet Products

Tailor-made Tours

Tastings

Cookies Policy

NOT SURE WHERE TO GO?

The archipelago of Japan consists of four main islands, eight regions of Japan, and a total of 47 prefectures between them, each with their own diverse traditions, culture, food, and history. Hokkaido is the main northern island, followed by Honshu (home to Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, and Chugoku), Shikoku, Kyushu, and the Okinawa islands to the southwest.

Discover the unique offerings of each region by checking out the Japan areas above, like the coastal prefecture of Shizuoka (home to hot springs, Mt. Fuji, and a booming agricultural industry) and Nara Prefecture (which boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites). While Japan might be perceived as a tiny country (the archipelago is smaller than the state of California), the nation is diverse in climate and culture. Each area of Japan has its own staple produce and regional Japanese cuisine.

Not only can you explore the popular destinations of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, but there are also a variety of other areas in Japan ranging from adventurous spots for daredevils to super-rural areas where visitors can connect with the land and people. From climbing Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka to indulging in matcha tea in Uji to enjoying island life in Okinawa (considered to be Japan’s Hawaii), these Japan areas each offer diverse experiences and ample opportunity for exploration. To make your Japan travel planning a little easier, browse these area pages where you can discover Japan tourist attractions, Japanese food experiences, and more!

Explore areas in Japan

{{experienceTitle}} Featured Food Experiences

{{restaurantTitle}} Featured Restaurants

Delve into Japanese food culture, discovering the distinctive and diverse range of Japanese dishes which are sometimes sophisticated, sometimes hearty and comforting, but always delicious. These Japanese foods offer a window into the world of “washoku” (Japanese cuisine), which made UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2013.	


There’s worldwide appreciation for Japanese food, with Tokyo boasting the world’s highest number of Michelin-starred restaurants for the 12th year in a row in 2019. Not only is Japan home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the world, but the Japanese cuisine (“washoku”) is also celebrated as one of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritages. The main staples of Japanese food include rice (in various forms from steamed white rice to mochi), soy products (tofu, soy sauce, miso soup, natto), fish (sashimi, bonito flakes, grilled salmon), seaweed (kombu, nori, wakame), noodles (soba, udon, ramen), and tsukemono (Japanese pickles). Different regions of Japan also have their own specialty foods. Osaka, considered “The Nation’s Kitchen” is the birthplace of takoyaki, Kyoto is famous for tofu and yuba, and Okinawa is known for goya champuru (bittermelon stir fry). Many regions in Japan have their own special twists on dishes like Japanese ramen, nabe (hot pot), and ozoni (mochi soup eaten on New Year’s Day). Explore the Japanese foods above and learn about the diversity of Japanese cuisine, then perhaps you can join a food experience and learn to make Japanese food during a cooking class, become an expert on Japanese sake or tea during a tasting experience, or discover your new favorite type of ramen during a ramen tour. The landscape of Japanese food is evolving, so eating in Japan is always an adventure, with restaurants and chefs riffing on traditional and modern foods, Eastern and Western cooking styles and flavors, and creating inventive eats like chocolate ramen, matcha beer, or ridiculously pillowy Japanese pancakes. Discover your new favorite Japanese food here on byFood and delve deeper into Japanese food culture.

Usa Jingu Shrine Travel Guide