[2025 Yufu Attraction] Travel Guide for Yufuin Onsen (Updated Jul)

Yufuin Onsen is all you need to know about Yufuin travel I was immediately attracted to this hot spring in Yufuin. The women's open-air hot spring is the largest pool I've ever been to. Since the hot spring is located in the mountains of Yufuin, the scenery is stunning and unobstructed. Each room type is unique. Pictures 6 and 7 show the room's open-air hot spring, which is also large, but the outdoor public one is even more beautiful. Most of the hotel staff are Korean, probably because many Koreans visit this hotel. On the day we went, we were the only Chinese family. The dinner and breakfast were also delicious. Overall, I highly recommend it! : Yama no Hotel Musouen : 1243 Kawaminami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu-shi, Oita-ken 879-5103 Tips: The hot spring is about a ten-minute drive from Yufuin, so walking is not recommended. It's inconvenient to carry luggage up and down the mountain road (though the scenery might be beautiful in summer). It's also a long walk. The hotel front desk can help call a taxi. I recommend visiting Yufuin Town to see the sights the day after enjoying the hot spring. You can take your time and relax. Yufuin Onsen, Japan

#2024TravelReview When you come to Kyushu's hot spring town #由布院, in addition to strolling and shopping around the popular attraction #金麟湖, there is a super eye-catching building that you must visit, that is the #由布院访问中心 located next to Yufuin Station. Designed by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, this two-story wooden structure uses large glass panels to bring light into the room. Large Y-shaped three-dimensional wooden columns support the roof, just like the symmetrical pattern of a Gothic church. It is quite amazing! The first floor is the tourist information counter. Going up the spiral staircase, the second floor is a rest area and a small library with a collection of 1,500 travel-related books. There is also an outdoor observation deck from which you can enjoy the scenery of Yufuin Station. The entire visitor center has a large area of ​​translucent glass. Whether it is the sunlight shining in during the day or the bright lights at night, it has different charming styles. It is definitely the No. 1 free attraction in Yufuin! #KyushuTravel #Yufuin #YufuinStation #YufuinVisitorCenter

When traveling to Fukuoka, one of the most famous places to visit is the ryokan and hot spring village of Yufuin. Yufuin offers a different atmosphere whether it's raining or sunny, making it a wonderful place to visit at any time. If you're planning a trip to Yufuin, consider staying overnight at a ryokan. You can spend your time exploring the nearby shopping streets and taking a stroll around Kinrin Lake, making the most of your visit.

#JapanTravel If you are traveling to Fukuoka, I highly recommend Yufuin 🌱🙂 It is a rural hot spring town, so there are many ryokan accommodations. Lake Kinrinko is famous, and there are many restaurants and people on the Yufuin Bus Terminal Street and the shopping street selling golden croquettes (Yunotsubo Street). You should definitely visit Yufuin, which is great for healing! Bus reservation on the Highwaybus site🚌 Fukuoka~Yufuin Line Bus stop to get on: Hakata, Tenjin, Airport, etc. Bus stop to get off: Yufuin Station Front Bus Center

Yufuin is a charming hot spring town located in the heart of Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, Japan. Known for its beautiful natural scenery and leisurely atmosphere, it attracts many visitors seeking relaxation and healing. Despite its small size, Yufuin's unique charm and tranquil environment offer a sense of comfort and peace away from the hustle and bustle of city life. One of Yufuin's most famous attractions is Lake Kinrin, a lake surrounded by mountains and forests. In the early morning, the lake is often shrouded in mist, and the shimmering water creates a picturesque scene. The surface of Lake Kinrin sparkles with golden light under the sun, symbolizing the town's vitality and energy. Many visitors enjoy strolling along the lakeside, feeling a close connection with nature. With its leisurely and serene atmosphere, magnificent natural scenery, and abundant hot spring resources, Yufuin has become an ideal vacation destination for many. Whether you come to enjoy the beauty of nature or immerse yourself in the healing hot springs, Yufuin offers an unforgettable relaxing experience.

The most memorable bus tour destination in Fukuoka and Yufuin hot spring town🩷 When you go with your mom, definitely sign up for a bus tour!! From morning to evening, the guide will show you all the sightseeing around the cities near Fukuoka, and the satisfaction is the best👍 Especially on the last day, to relieve the fatigue, I made a reservation at Yufuin Ryokan and went to 3 hot springs a day. It is a place famous for its good hot spring water, so my skin became soft and all my fatigue went away 😉 #tripmomentreview #fukuokatravelrecommendation #yufuinryokan

#MayTravelSupportEvent #Yufuin #Yufuin #Couples #Open-airBath #JapanTravel #Fukuoka Quiet and secluded Yufuin is a must-visit for any trip to Fukuoka! The lush mountain view and the hot open-air bath with a cool can of beer are unforgettable 😭 For dinner, I quickly finished Motsunabe and Okonomiyaki I travel domestically often, but this is the first time I've been to such a peaceful and nature-friendly place. After being beaten by reality, I feel like I'm healing again by looking at the Yufuin photos🫢❤️

Environment/Facilities-🌟🌟🌟🌟 Features-🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Price per person-🌟🌟🌟 Rating-🌟🌟🌟🌟 Transportation Take the JR Kyudai Main Line Limited Express YUFU from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka and get off at JR Yufuin Station. Background Yufuin Onsen, also known as Yufuin Hot Spring, is located at the foot of the 1,584-meter-high Yufudake (also known as Bungo Fuji), 500 meters above sea level, and is surrounded by Yufudake, Ukidake, Shirogake, and Higashiyama. Yufuin Onsen is Kyushu's premier hot spring resort and holiday destination. The hot spring water gushes out at a rate of 48,446 liters per minute. It is said that there are more than 900 sources of hot spring water in the hot spring village, ranking third in Japan. Mount Yufu is the landmark attraction of Yufuin Onsen. The scenery of Mount Yufu varies throughout the year. No matter when you visit Yufuin Onsen, I believe tourists will be fascinated by its beauty. The cherry blossoms in spring, the green grass in summer, the red leaves in autumn and the snow in winter, I only regret that these beautiful views cannot be completed in one trip. Yufuin Onsen is different from those noisy tourist spots. Yufuin Onsen requires travelers to savor it slowly and feel its elegant and fresh beauty in a leisurely time. The tourist attractions in Yufuin Onsen will not disappoint you. In addition to Mount Yufu, there are Kinrin Lake, Yubutsu Street, Yufuin Glass Museum, Kyushu Yufuin Folk Crafts Village, Matsuyaki and Heike Pottery, Yufu Keirakusha, Yufuin Jiaolong Pottery, 3D Art Yufuin, Yufuin Golf Country Club, etc. I believe that no matter men, women, young or old, can find their own fun and have a great time. Another feature of Yufuin Onsen is that a large proportion of hotels have private open-air hot spring baths. Some hotels only have rooms with private open-air hot spring baths, and no ordinary guest rooms. When staying in such a hotel, guests' privacy is guaranteed, which is very suitable for families or couples to stay and experience the fun of Japanese hot spring baths. Of course, the price of a night's stay is not cheap. Due to the limited number of guest rooms, it is relatively difficult to book a boutique hotel. #travelinspiration #nature #Japan #Japantravel #Japanattractions #Yufuin #weekendtrip #trip #like #relax

🖼️ Yufuin is a suburb of Fukuoka where you can see picturesque natural scenery! It is famous for its hot springs, and while the hot springs are great, the natural scenery of Yufuin is the best!! It will make your mind peaceful, and you can take a step away from the city center of Fukuoka and enjoy a comfortable and leisurely trip! There is a reason why it is famous as a must-visit travel destination when you go to Fukuoka. 🍵 Almost all onsen accommodations in Yufuin offer tea ceremonies, so I hope you come back after drinking tea and healing! If you eat a kaiseki meal, drink tea, and look at nature, your mind will really calm down and feel healed! #FukuokaTravel #Yufuin #Couples #HotSpring #Japan #Healing

Yufuin is perfect for strolling around, as the shops and tourist spots are all compactly arranged 😊 When the weather is good, you can see Mt. Yufu beautifully ⛰✨ Photos 1-3 are "Yufuin Floral Village" It's a tourist spot that recreates the Cotswolds in England, and it's fun to take photos 📷💕 If you're lucky, a goat will look at the camera (second photo) 🤣 There are also several cute miscellaneous goods stores, so you can enjoy shopping! Other popular attractions include Lake Kinrin and the sweets of "Yufuin Milch," so if you come to Yufuin to take a bath in the hot springs, be sure to take a stroll around 😊 #tripmemory2022 #yufuin #yufuin #oita #yufucity

Yufuin is located about 1.5 hours from Fukuoka.. I don't know what else to say, but... passing by Kinrin Lake, relaxing in an open-air hot spring, hot spring ryokan, etc., and taking a walk along the retro streets with various fancy shops, workshops, coffee shops, and famous restaurants, just looking around without thinking, wherever your eyes lead you, is also helpful for healing ^^

#OverseasTravel #Japan "Yufuin Onsen" is one of the two major hot springs in Kyushu 👍🏻👍🏻 In addition to the beautiful mountain scenery such as Yufudake, the unique "morning fog" of the intermountain basin that appears in winter mornings creates a unique Yufuin Hot Spring 😍😍 The feeling of soaking in the open-air bath while overlooking Yubu-dake is invincible Hot springs ♨️🏨 are mostly 1 night and 2 meals👉🏻 That is rich kaiseki cuisine + breakfast 😍😍 ⬅️ The spring quality of Yufuin Hot Spring is a colorless transparent soft hot spring, which is said to have the effect of eliminating pressure fatigue 👍🏻👍🏻 Some of the hot springs are rich in natural moisturizing ingredients, quite popular with women

This hot spring town, of course there are many things to see, but actually, it's so nice to just stay in the hot spring. Even if you wear a yukata and stay in your room, you can feel the healing feeling in a place full of countryside scent, but if you enjoy the private hot spring for a while and then go to the open-air bath outside, you can feel the night air of Yufuin, which is so nice. Also, if you go at dawn, the charm of that dawn is... the best. Ryokan is love❤️ Ryokan prices vary greatly, but if you look carefully, there are many hot springs with good value for money! Of course, expensive places have good service, but among the cheap places, there are many places that are kind, have good hot springs, and are not famous, so there aren't many people, so you can really enjoy a relaxing rest if you look carefully! #SummerCapture #SafeTravel #RecreationTravel

If you ask me to choose the best place in Japan, I would answer without hesitation, Yu! Fu! In!. Yufuin.. I just love everything about it… ❤️ The best of all is the kaiseki cuisine that is served for dinner and breakfast when you check in to the hot spring! Wagyu grilled on a small brazier, clean-tasting side dishes, and a glass of wine! It was so good ❤️ #SummerCapture#RestaurantExploration#SafeTravel

The number one tourist destination in the hearts of Japanese office ladies! "Yufuin" Yufuin Onsen is more peaceful and gentle, surrounded by mountains, very relaxing, and is my favorite hot spring resort! #Overseas Travel

#vacationtrip#Japan#Yufuin Kinrinko Lake~~!! I woke up early in the morning and just walked from the ryokan to Kinrinko Lake!! I arrived when it was so far away!!ㅋㅋThe lake covered in fog and the lake after the fog cleared were so different that it was impressive~♥ The refreshing feeling at that time is still vivid♥ #vacationtrip

Kirin Lake, Fukuoka - Japan: This lakebis located in Yufuin area with the mountain view. There are som ducks and fishes in the lake. Also there is a Public Bath nearby. The view in summer and winter will be in different style.

Yufuin in Oita, Japan is fun and stunning. Yufuin have a beautiful lake, walking street and many onsen or hot spring. It is nice to get off the train and stroll around the town with plenty of little shops and cafes to explore. You can rent a bicycle for bike and explore around the town. I feel simple and slow life when I visit this place and definitely go back! If you are going onsen in Yufuin you would have visited the area. But if you are not planning for onsen in the area and have JR Pass and in Hakata (Fukuoka), then this is an opportunity to visit the town. It's a nice area to spend your half day there. #givethanks #givethanks

When it comes to summer in Kyushu, most people might first think of Fukuoka's fireworks festivals, Nagasaki's night views, or Kagoshima's sand baths. But in truth, Oita is the real hidden treasure—where hot springs, gourmet food, beaches, and summer festivals all await your discovery. 🎆 Summer Exclusive Highlights ✅ Beppu Fireworks Festival Beppu isn't just a city of hot springs; its summer fireworks festival is a local favorite. Compared to the crowds in big cities, it offers a more intimate and lively atmosphere. Soak your feet in a hot spring, feel the sea breeze, and watch fireworks light up the night sky—pure bliss. ✅ Coastal Town · Hiji Town Hiji Town in eastern Oita boasts sunrise views over the Seto Inland Sea that look like a painting. Its quiet, beautiful beaches are perfect for families and couples to enjoy a peaceful summer by the sea. ✅ Beppu Hell Tour · Night Edition Too hot to visit the blue Blood Pond Hell or red Oniishibaru Hell during the day? Try the nighttime version! The steaming hell pools take on a mysterious aura under the evening mist, making for stunning photos. 🍉 Unique Experiences to Try 🌿 Yufuin Countryside Bike Tour In summer, Yufuin's rice fields glow emerald green, surrounded by mountains. Cycling through rural paths and seeing Kinrin Lake shimmer in the morning mist feels like a scene straight out of a Japanese drama. 🍶 Beppu Steam Cuisine Beppu's "Jigoku Mushi" dishes use natural hot spring steam to cook ingredients, creating delicious and healthy meals. Must-tries include steamed vegetables, eggs, and hot spring buns. ⛩️ Beppu's Eight Hot Springs Summer Pilgrimage Beppu is home to eight distinct hot spring areas, from traditional ryokans to secluded open-air baths. Soak while listening to summer cicadas for a uniquely healing experience. 🍧 Hidden Food Gems • Cold Matcha Soba | Yufuin Enjoy a refreshing bowl of cold soba in a charming old house—perfect for beating the heat. • Hell-Steamed Pudding | Kannawa Onsen Pudding steamed with hot spring vapor is irresistibly smooth and addictive. • Seki Saba & Sushi | Saganoseki Fresh sashimi straight from the Seto Inland Sea—a top-tier delicacy only found in Oita. Recommended Itinerary (3-Day Hidden Gems Trip) Day 1: Beppu Arrive in the afternoon → Hell Tour → Stroll Beppu's hot spring streets → Nighttime fireworks viewing Day 2: Yufuin Morning walk around Kinrin Lake → Countryside bike tour → Art galleries & handicraft shops → Open-air hot spring soak Day 3: Hiji Town & Saganoseki Sunrise beach walk → Seki Saba lunch → Foot bath and souvenir shopping before departure 🎒 Travel Tips ✔️ Transport: Get a JR Kyushu Rail Pass or rent a car for flexibility between towns. ✔️ Accommodation: Mix ryokans with guesthouses for authentic Japanese vibes on a budget. ✔️ Sun protection: Essential for beach days and hot spring town walks—don’t forget hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. ✔️ Slow travel: Skip the rush. Strolling, soaking, and seaside relaxation are Oita's summer rhythms. Oita might not be the first popular destination that comes to mind, but its under-the-radar charm offers rare tranquility and healing. It’s Kyushu’s hidden summer gem, easy to fall in love with. If you’re tired of crowded fireworks festivals, come to Oita for a unique summer escape—where hot springs, mountains, sea breezes, and fireworks create a personalized, off-the-beaten-path adventure.

#SummerTravel The murderous heat of Japan is so humid that it is hard to breathe and sweat pours down like rain even when you are still, as if you are in a wet sauna. Even so, I love summer in Japan because I can see the blue sky. This summer, I will also travel to Kyushu. Among them, I will visit Yufuin and Beppu again. It rained lightly overnight and stopped in the morning, giving me a beautiful, picturesque landscape. In return, the steamy heat of over 35 degrees makes my skin burn as if I am going to die. When I take a picture, it is as beautiful as a landscape painting. It is also a pleasure for my eyes. That is why I head to Japan every summer. It is summer in Kyushu, including Yufuin and Beppu. Thank you. #JapanTravel #KyushuTravel #Yufuin #BeppuTravel #KyushuTravel

🗺️🗺️【Travel Itinerary】 Day 1: Arrive in Hakata! Eat okonomiyaki at Marutama in Tenjin Day 2: Take a day trip to Kumamoto Day 3: Leave for Yufuin! Stay at Akari no Yado, a beautiful inn with hot springs, and visit Gobankan, a yakiniku restaurant in front of Yufuin Station Day 4: Leave Yufuin in the morning! Eat Mizutaki Hamadaya at Hakata Station Day 5: Leave early in the morning and visit Juichi, a delicious pork steak restaurant! Eat lots of delicious food in Hakata and Tenjin. Day 6: Cycle around Ohori Park and eat Ebisu-ya udon! 📍📍【Recommended spots】 Tenjin One Building 🥘🥘 【Recommended food】 Minced meat and rice 🏠🏠【Recommended hotels】 Hotel Monterey La Soeur Fukuoka Yufuin Akari no Yado 📷📷【Photogenic spots】 Yufuin, Lake Kinrin 📣📣【Other points】 Recommend cycling around Ohori Park 💞Reason for recommendation: The food is really delicious!!

Although this is a JR Kyushu Pass trip, catching the limited Yufuin no Mori or Limited Express Yufu trains, which run only a few times a day, requires investing at least half a day. Instead, I opted for a high-speed bus, traveling from Beppu Kannawa-guchi to a highway IC near Bungomori Station in just 50 minutes. I visited Bungomori Station because the nearby Bungomori Roundhouse is rumored to be a key setting in Suzume's Door-Locking. Despite my tight schedule, I managed to complete an itinerary combining high-speed buses and local trains, covering Beppu-Bungomori-Yufuin-Oita. Located between Hita and Yufuin, I carefully planned to spend about 4 hours on this trip, staying overnight in Oita on the first day. It was a space that felt sufficient to experience the essence of Suzume. Thank you.

#summervacay My Kyushu adventure kicked off in Yufuin! After landing in Fukuoka, I drove straight to the charming town of Yufuin, a smooth 1.5-hour journey. I checked into Yufuin no Haru Onsen Ryokan, a small, intimate hotel with only 11 rooms. Being summer and off-peak season, the occupancy was low, which made for fantastic privacy. They have two outdoor private onsens, two outdoor public onsens, and one indoor public onsen. My room was a traditional Japanese style, opening right out to a lush green Japanese garden. The common areas, while smaller than other onsen hotels I've stayed at, were incredibly cozy, spotlessly clean, and offered excellent value for money. Both dinner and breakfast were absolutely delicious! For dinner, I could have easily eaten three more of the corn tempura – it was that good! The sashimi was incredibly fresh, and the soy sauce was wonderfully sweet and savory. The fatty wagyu beef with rice was exceptionally tasty; I had two big bowls! Yufuin town itself is incredibly tranquil, likely due to it being the off-season. There weren't many people around, which was nice. While there are plenty of shops and snack stalls, I found I could explore most of it within a couple of hours. I popped into a cat café and just wandered around; it was a pleasant, relaxed visit. Kinrinko Lake, honestly, was just okay. #Yufuin #YufuinNoHaru #OnsenRyokan #KyushuTravel #JapanHotels

#5月好去处2025 Yufuin no Mori (ゆふいんの森) is an express sightseeing train operated by JR Kyushu, connecting Fukuoka (Hakata) and Yufuin and Beppu in Oita Prefecture. It is one of the most dreamy and popular ways to get to Yufuin. The train is full of forest greenery, retro wooden interiors and tourist facilities, and can be called a "mobile resort". The train seats are very popular, and you have to grab tickets as soon as they are opened for reservations a month in advance. If you want to enjoy the bento on Yufuin no Mori, you also need to make a reservation online first. #由布院之森火车

Fukuoka is a city suitable for flash mobs. In addition to its special food, it is also a shopping paradise and a city with beautiful sea and mountain views. This time I went for the urban style, and next time I will go to the suburbs to experience the slow travel of mountain mist, sea breeze, and hot springs. See you when the cherry blossoms bloom! Hakata! #温泉Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: [Must-see attractions] 1. Attraction name + introduction 2. Attraction name + introduction 3. Attraction name + introduction [Must-eat food] 1. Restaurant + must-eat dishes 2. Restaurant + must-eat dishes 3. Restaurant + must-eat dishes [Accommodation recommendation] Recommended accommodation area Hotel name Hotel address [Photography check-in position] 1. Photo point + description 2. Photo point + description 3. Photo point + description [Tips]

Located on the eastern coast of Kyushu, Oita Prefecture boasts diverse natural landscapes including oceans, mountains, forests, grasslands, and valleys. Renowned as Japan's premier hot spring destination, it features numerous hot spring resorts such as the famous Beppu and Yufuin. Beyond hot springs, the region offers local delicacies like chicken tempura, Bungo beef, and premium fish varieties such as Seki horse mackerel and Seki mackerel. The new sightseeing train "Kanpachi-Ichiroku" debuted on April 26, 2024, connecting Hakata in Fukuoka with Yufuin and Beppu in Oita. Its name honors two Oita-born merchants, "Aso Kanpachi" and "Eto Ichiroku," who contributed to the national railway's Kyudai Line. The train's glossy black exterior features golden lines tracing Yufu Plateau's route map, with station names along the base reflecting the plateau scenery. It comprises three themed cars: 1) Car 1 showcases Oita/Beppu with warm red tones symbolizing hot springs and volcanoes from Oita's flag; 2) Car 2 embodies Yufuin/Hita's local culture as a communal lounge serving buffet-style regional cuisine, drinks, and original merchandise; 3) Car 3 celebrates Fukuoka/Kurume's heritage.

It was great trip in Japan. Traditional onsen ryokan and amazing food!

📅 Itinerary Departure from Hakata Arrival at Zayufuin Forest Along the way into Jinlin Lake, there are many snacks along the way, you can buy street There are also kimonos for rent. After taking photos and checking in, you can go back to the hotel. 🏨 Accommodation recommendation Hot spring hotel 🍴 Food recommendation: Go to aeon to buy wagyu beef and eat it in your room 📌 Practical Tips: Book all round-trip train tickets and tour passes in advance, and reserve designated seats

#FamilyTravel A great place to have a cup of coffee in Yufuin YUFU COFFEE✨️✨️ A great place to quietly relax with a traditional Japanese feel. They also sell desserts and only accept cash payments! The Americano was okay. They open at 10:30 AM and their signature menu is Yufu Dango Matcha Latte. It's a matcha latte with dango on it, but I was so full I couldn't eat it, which was a shame. If you like matcha latte, I recommend visiting.