Oita Essentials
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Oita Essentials
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宝泉寺温泉郷

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宝泉寺温泉郷 HOSENJI ONSEN VILLAGE

This book is packed full of ‘essentials’, that are indispensable when talking about Oita. We hope this guide is a gateway for those unfamiliar with Oita, whether from Japan or abroad, offering insight into what Oita is really like among the many regions of Japan.

For locals or those acquainted with Oita, many of the places in the book may be familiar. However, by looking at them again with fresh eyes, you may discover new aspects and find yourself pleasantly surprised. We compiled this guide hoping to bring you moments of rediscovery and delightful new insights.

One of the charms of Oita, we feel, is that even in well-known tourist spots, the scenery reflects everyday life. The local inhabitants who live and breathe there, shine quietly, with their culture and daily activities becoming a natural extension of this scenery. The light and gentle breeze felt only on that day and at that moment, along with the conversations exchanged with locals or fellow visitors, forge, and build upon, a deeper and more meaningful connection between visitors and Oita.

The book contains only a slice of what Oita has to offer. We hope that the narratives behind each of the essentials featured will inspire readers to discover their own ways of appreciating and exploring Oita, developing a love for the region.

Oita Prefectural Government

3-3-1 Otemachi, Oita-shi,
Oita 870-8501
Tel

097-506-2112

Fax

097-506-1729

Email

a14180@pref.oita.lg.jp

サツマイモ「甘太くん」（豊後大野市）
SWEET POTATO ‘KANTA–KUN’ / Bungo-Ono City

SWEET POTATO ‘KANTA–KUN’ / Bungo-Ono City

Oita Prefecture’s sweet potato brand Kanta–kun uses the local sweet potato variety Beni Haruka, which is known for its unique storage method and high sugar content. The major production regions for these Beni Haruka are located in the hilly countryside of Usuki City and Bungo–Ono City. To enhance their sweetness, they are thoroughly dried after harvesting and then matured in temperature and humidity–controlled storage warehouses for over 40 days. These sweet potatoes then undergo testing for sugar content before shipment, and only those meeting the highest standards are labelled as Kanta–kun.

Kanta–kun sweet potatoes are characterised by their sticky texture and sweetness, and when baked, they have a rich honey–like flavour, tasting almost like candy. The brand also produces processed products such as sweet potato cakes and cookies which serve as great souvenirs.

During winter, Kanta–kun sweet potatoes are in season, and roasted sweet potatoes are available in convenience stores throughout Oita Prefecture, making it a popular winter treat for locals.

サツマイモ「甘太くん」