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Showa Town Bungo-Takada Hina Tour
Bungo-Takada, Oita
Venue: Showa-no-Machi Shopping Street area (Bungo-Takada City, Oita)
Feb 20 – Mar 15, 2026
The 28th annual hina tour takes place in the 'Showa-no-Machi' (Showa Town) shopping district, which recreates the nostalgic atmosphere of 1950s Japan. Hina dolls from the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa eras are displayed alongside retro signage and vintage buildings, creating a time-traveling experience. A popular 1957 bonnet bus offers mini-tours of about 15 minutes, mainly on weekends. This uniquely combines the charm of Showa-era nostalgia with vintage hina dolls for an experience found nowhere else.
Retro 1950s town meets vintage dolls
Access
From JR Usa Station, take Oita Kotsu Bus toward Bungo-Takada, about 11 min to 'Bungo-Takada Bus Terminal,' walk immediately. About 20 min by car from Usa-Beppu Road Usa IC.
Hours
Varies by shop (generally 9:00-17:00)
Admission
Free
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