A classic song celebrating Oita. The enduring spirit of our hometown [2026]
When you hear “Oita Prefecture,” what kind of image comes to mind?Many people might immediately think of it as the “onsen prefecture,” since it boasts the highest number of hot spring sources and the greatest volume of hot spring water in Japan, and is home to many nationally renowned hot spring resorts.In this article, we’ve selected and compiled local songs from Oita, as well as songs related to Oita by artists from the prefecture.You might even discover, “Oh, this song was connected to Oita?”Enjoy the read!
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A classic song about Oita. The heart of our hometown passed down in song [2026] (21–30)
“Yoka Weather Forecast” Theme SongMori Shinichiro, Oshima Sanpei
There is a sake brewery called Yatsushika Shuzo Co., Ltd.
in Kokonoe Town, Kusu District, Oita Prefecture.
The song that plays during the weather forecast on OBS Oita Broadcasting, which this company sponsors, is this one.
It’s sung by a former member of Kaguyahime, and it’s a familiar tune for the people of Oita.
Beppu OndoKouta Katsutarou, Shimamura Takeo
Beppu Ondo is a song composed around 1933 that sings about the charms of Beppu Onsen.
It’s frequently played during the Bon Odori at the Beppu Summer Night Festival held every year, so it’s a very familiar tune for Beppu residents.
In this video, you can also see steam rising from the hot springs.
A classic song about Oita. The enduring spirit of our hometown [2026] (31–40)
saikiyuki (Isokawa Yuki) + Eri
This is a track from the CD “The Tale of Princess Kiku of the Saeki Domain,” which features local songs from Saiki City in the southeastern part of Oita Prefecture.
The lyrics sing about landmarks, local specialties, and events in the city, and listening to it makes you feel like you might want to visit Saiki.
Lullaby of UmeKikutarō
This is a folk song handed down in Ume, a former town in Oita Prefecture that is now part of Saiki City.
It expresses a parent’s feelings: while sleeping children are adorable, crying children can feel exasperating.
It is also known as “Ume no Utagenka.”
Beppu Onsen Hell TourMoriyama Fumiko, Kohama Toyoko
In Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, there is the Beppu Onsen hot spring area, which features various ‘hells’ (geothermal hot spring sites), including Umi Jigoku, designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty by the national government.
This song is themed around touring these hells, and is notable for being sung by a bus guide.
Incidentally, Kamenoi Bus is still in operation today.
Beppu Steam of Love SongMiyata Haruyo
This is a song created to promote Beppu Onsen by the long-established day-use hot spring facility “Beppu Myoban Onsen Yuya Ebisu” in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture.
As the title suggests, it’s a love song that portrays a romance set against the backdrop of Beppu Onsen.
You can also sing it on JOYSOUND karaoke.
Oita Prefectural Sports SongTachikawa Kiyoto
The Oita Prefectural Sports Festival began in 1948.
This song has been used as its theme since 1950, and it was also used at the National Sports Festival held in 1966 and 2008.
CDs have been distributed to schools and other institutions, so many residents of Oita Prefecture have likely heard it.