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Usa宇佐
Spend a half‑day in Usa: visit Usa Jingū shrine (30 min walk), see Nishishiiya Falls (10 min by bus), then catch a train onward.
Usa is a small city in Ōita Prefecture, best explored in a few hours. Its main draw is the Usa Jingū Hachiman shrine, plus nearby waterfalls and a local history museum. It works as a quick stop on a Kyushu rail itinerary.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- OIT
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Usa110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Usa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyUsa is generally safe; stay aware of traffic on rural roads and keep valuables secure on trains.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportOIT Oita Airport.
- Getting aroundJR Kyushu local trains stop at Usa Station; buses run to nearby falls and museum.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- BeerLocal beer¥400–600 (≈ US$3–5)
- Metro or bus rideBus ride¥200–400 (≈ US$2–3) (check)
- Budget bedGuesthouse or budget inn, a night, per person¥3,000 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- OIT Oita Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Aug (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Usa: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
5 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
6 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Nov
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Kyushu local trains stop at Usa Station; buses run to nearby falls and museum. Walkable town centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Usa Jingū
goDoor to door: ≈10 min total
Walk 5 min from Usa Station
Main shrine of Hachiman; free entry.
Nishishiiya Falls
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Local bus from Usa Station, about 15 min
Scenic waterfall, short walk from bus stop.
Ōita Prefectural Museum of History
cautionDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus 20 min or taxi
Check opening hours; English info limited.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Usa Station area
Convenient for rail connections; suitable for a night if you need to break a long journey.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse or budget inn1 × 1 night × ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 |
| JR Kyushu fare Usa → Oita1 × ¥1,100 · check | ¥1,100 |
| Bus to Nishishiiya Falls round‑trip1 × ¥400 · check | ¥400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥950 |
| Trip total≈ ¥10,450 per person per day, bed included | ¥10,450≈ US$75 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bento box | ¥500–900 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Local beer | ¥400–600 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Bus ride | ¥200–400 (≈ US$2–3) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train schedules are less frequent outside rush hours; check the latest timetable.
- Some attractions have limited English signage; use the multilingual city tourism page.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Usa宇佐
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US Consulate in Osaka; Japanese police 110, fire 119.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Usa Station → Oita (JR Kyushu): about ¥1,200 (≈ US$9), 45 min (check)
- Bus to Nishishiiya Falls: about ¥500 (≈ US$4) round‑trip (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the restroom? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Usa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Rail‑to‑hotel contract for Usa Station: last train 22:30, taxi fallback.
- Walking clusters: shrine, falls, museum, station.
Sources
- officialUsa city official tourism
- officialUsa tourist association
- secondaryWikidata – Usa (city)
- secondaryWikivoyage: Usa (Oita), revision 5251536 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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