ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa will be hosting a variety of events, including a New Year’s Eve countdown party and traditional New Year performances such as taiko drumming performance, Japanese calligraphy and flute collaboration to celebrate the start of new year of 2026.
11:15 pm~:Count Down Party
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Ring in the New Year at a luxury resort with live music and free-flowing Perrier-Jouët Champagne.
Natalia performs in a wide range of settings including embassy-hosted events and parties.
Go Nishida, a solo saxophonist active across a wide range of scene including performances with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra.
Their vibrant performance will create unforgettable memories.
【Coundt Down Party】
December 31st 11:15 pm – 12:15 am
4F elements
Artist:Vocal:Natalia D / saxophone:Go Nishida
| ■Date / Time | January 1st. 2026 from 9:30 am ~ |
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Founded in 1979, this group has created numerous performances inspired by the charm, landscapes, history, and traditions of Yufuin. Their impressive achievements include performances at the Shanghai World Expo opening, the Korea-Japan World Cup opening, the Chaumont International Garden Festival in France, the Finland International Music Festival, and concerts organized by the Nippon Foundation in Uzbekistan. They have also performed in over 60 countries and participated in various major domestic events and music festivals
| ■Date / Time | January 1st. 2026 from 10:00 am~ |
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The breaking of the lid to a cask of sake is a ceremony typical at New Year’s celebration with hope for the coming of a prosperous year

| ■Date / Time | January 1st. 2026 12:00 pm ~ 3:00 pm |
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“Shichitoi,” a rare type of rush used for Ryukyu tatami mats and produced exclusively in Oita Prefecture that is known for its gentle color and refreshing scent. Let’s create a cute New Year’s ornament to celebrate the start of a new year.
Chika Iwakiri
After working for the Kunisaki Shichitoi Promotion Association, she became an independent Shichitoi craft artist in 2014. Using Shichitoi, she creates handcrafted items and art objects and also conducts workshops both in Japan and abroad to share the unique qualities and appeal of this traditional material with a wide audience.
| ■Date / Time | January 1st. 5:00 pm ~ |
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A calligraphy performance will be presented as the beautiful tones of the shinobue flute resonate throughout the lobby.
Shigeyuki Matsumoto(Japanese Calligraphy)
Years of special performances at major shrines as the dedications of ceremony. Calligraphy on the top of Mt. Fuji and special donation to Hakuho, great Yokozuan (Sumo wrestler) has been his iconic performances.

Yuki Hanzawa(Japanese flute artist)
While belonging to the “Shōnai Kagura” troupe in Yufu City, he was captivated by the sound of the shinobue flute and learned to play it on his own.
After work, he often retreats to the summit of Mount Shirakan, where he immerses himself in time with his flute while feeling the changing seasons. Motivated by a desire to share the nostalgic and heart-warming sound of the shinobue with as many people as possible. His performances span a wide range of settings, including dedication performances at shrines, music events, welfare facilities, and local festivals.
Wishing you a wonderful year in 2026. Enjoy two hours of relaxation in a private space overlooking Beppu Bay.
Exclusive for one group only “New Year’s Private Onsen with Osech included
January 1st. “New Year’s Day” 6:30 am 〜 8:30 am