A classic song about Oita. The enduring spirit of our hometown [2025]
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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Classic songs about Ōita. The heartfelt spirit of a hometown passed down through song [2025] (31–40)
Oita City SongOita Citizens’ Association for the Love of Music
This is a song about Oita City, the capital of Oita Prefecture.
Oita City merged with surrounding municipalities, including Tsurusaki City, in 1963, and this song was composed in 1983 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of that merger.
This video is from the celebratory concert held for the 100th anniversary of Oita City’s founding.
Beppu Onsen Hell TourFumiko Moriyama, Toyoko Kohama
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.
WELCOME TO HellHannibal (Tetsuo Gotō)
This is one of the “One Piece Nippon Cruise! 47 Cruise CDs,” in which characters from the popular anime One Piece sing local songs for Japan’s 47 prefectures.
The character in charge of Oita Prefecture is Hannyabal, voiced by Tetsuo Gotō, and the song is about hell.
Future-colored WindUsa City Civic Choir
This is the image song of Usa City, located in the northern part of Oita Prefecture.
In 2009, it was presented to the city by an executive committee composed of four chorus groups active within the city.
This video shows the scene when it was performed at the 6th Usa Sound Festival.
Harbor SeekerMasaki Aikawa
This was the debut single of the enka singer Masaki Aigawa, who enjoys great popularity among women, released in 2008.
The lyrics were written by Reiji Mizuki, known as a hit maker.
The song is about Beppu, and it’s characterized by a richly atmospheric singing style.
A classic song about Oita. The enduring heart of our hometown [2025] (41–50)
Yufuin Mist InnAyako Natsuki
This is an enka song by Ayako Natsuki, released in 2016, that sings about traveling to Yufuin Hot Springs to forget a tragic love.
It’s a richly emotional piece that evokes the mist-shrouded scenery of Yufuin as you listen.
This video is the promotional music video for the song.
The Song of Saiki Gomadashi UdonArayashiki Subtropical Orchestra
Gomadashi is a seasoning used in Saiki City, made from ingredients such as fish meat, soy sauce, and sesame.
Udon topped with gomadashi is called “gomadashi udon,” and it has been selected as one of the Top 100 Rural Local Dishes.
This song celebrates its appeal.