Office HOOD

A drop-in coworking space in Beppu, tucked directly under the Kita-koukashita elevated arcade, two minutes on foot from Beppu Station. The space is unmanned and fully self-service. You pay online before you arrive, walk through the curtain entrance, and get to work. No front desk, no small talk, no time pressure.

The day pass is ¥1,100, paid through an online shop before entry. Wi-Fi and power outlets are included. The space is described as stylish for what it is. Not sterile, not a bland box. One regular user calls it "オシャレな空間" (a stylish space) and uses it as a work stop between meetings near the station. The self-service model means it runs 24 hours, which is rare for Beppu and makes it genuinely useful for anyone working across time zones.

One practical note on payment. The checkout system asks for a Japanese address. If you don't have one, your hotel or Airbnb address works. The owner confirmed this workaround in response to a reviewer who flagged it. Cash is not accepted. Payment is online only.

The bar side of HOOD operates on-site. When the shop is open, you can order drinks. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks from outside at any time. Dietary options not confirmed in available data. No mentions of vegan food, non-dairy milk, or gluten-free options anywhere in reviews or on the website. If that matters to you, check with the space directly or bring your own.

ChargeSPOT mobile battery rental is available on-site. The space can also be booked for exclusive use on request, and HOOD Ltd. offers virtual office plans from ¥3,300/month for those needing a registered Beppu address, mail handling, or corporate registration.