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Character park

Harmonyland

ハーモニーランド

Hiji (Hayami District), Oita · Kyushu

The verdict

Best for: Toddlers (2–4), Children (5–11) · Sanrio fans

Plan for: about 6 hours — Pairs well with a Beppu/Oita onsen trip; day trip from Beppu, no overnight needed on-site

Signature attractions

  • Character parades and greetings (Hello Kitty, My Melody, Cinnamoroll)
  • Hello Kitty's indoor ride attractions
  • Outdoor gondola / hillside rides
  • Live character shows
Best for
Toddlers (2–4), Children (5–11)
Thrill level
★☆☆☆☆
Time needed
6h
Tickets
1-day Passport approx. ¥3,600 (age 4+, under 4 free); afternoon-from-15:00 pass approx. ¥2,000 (source-confirmed, verify current)
Booking
Walk-up OK
English
★★★☆☆
Indoor / outdoor
mixed
Confidence
Verified

Getting there: About 25 min by car/shuttle bus from JR Beppu Station; roughly 1 hr from Oita Airport. Most families arrive by car or tour bus.

Ticket strategy: 1-day Passport, afternoon pass, youth/birthday/senior discount tickets

Summer heat: Largely open hillside; hot and exposed in summer, bring sun protection