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Hita Mameda Town

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Hita Mameda Town

日田豆田町

Oita · Kyushu

Hita Mameda Town is a charming merchant quarter that showcases the historical architecture of the Edo period. Known for its picturesque canals and traditional wooden buildings, this area is also famous for its delicious yakitori, making it a culinary delight for visitors.

Why we picked it

Many travelers overlook Hita Mameda Town in favor of more popular destinations in Kyushu.

Best season
Spring
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.1· 1,725 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Preserved Edo-era merchant townscape; free to walk the streets. Individual museums/machiya charge separately.
Nearest station
Hita Station · 13 min walk
Website
hita-mameda.jp

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

How to get there

From Hakata Station · ~1h 4m by car

Tags

Edo-eracanal districtyakitori

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