| 60th Anniversary Series of Local Autonomy Law Enforcement Oita Prefecture | |
Oita Prefecture is located on Kyushu Island. The prefecture is famous for its hot springs, in particular those around the city of Beppu.The prefecture is bordered by Miyazaki, Fukuoka, and Kumamoto prefectures. It is divided between north and south by a major tectonic line. The Kirishima Range, a volcanic belt, runs vertically through the prefecture and contributes to the many hot springs making Oita the prefecture with the largest numbers of hot springs in Japan.
Stamps illustration:
1. Usa-jingu and Futabayama. Usa-jingu also known as Usa-Hachimangu is a Shinto shrine in Usa City. It dates back to the Nara period and is dedicated to Emperor Ojin who was deified here as the tutelary god of warriors. Futabayama Sadaji (1912-1968), was the 35th Yokozuna in sumo wrestling. He had a winning streak of 69 bouts. 2. Bungo Ume Blossom and Mejiro Bird. Also known as Prunus Ume, the Bungo Ume is a type of Japanese apricot found in Oita Prefecture. The Meijiro Bird is also called Japanese White Eye or Zosterops Japonicus. It is a small passerine bird. It is olive green on its back. 3. Fukiji Temple; a Tendai temple in Bungotakada. Established in 718, it is oldest wooden structure in Kyushu. It is a designated national treasure. 4. Hita Gion Matsuri Festival. A summer festival in which participants seek to dispel pestilence , wind, flood, and damage, and pray for peace and well-being. The highlight of the festival is a parade of nine elegant floats, some of them measuring more than ten meters in height. 5. Bungo Futamigaura, located in the Kamiura area is a coastal stretch known for its wedded rocks. It is one of the 100 most beautiful sceneries in Oita. The background of this commemorative prefecture stamps sheet shows the hot springs of Beppu City.
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| Issued Country | Japan |
| Issued Year | 2012 |
| Category | Buddhist Architect Events Buddhist Arts Buddhist Landscape |
| Type | Commemorative/Special Stamps |