Yufuin Hot Spring
Yufuin is a popular spot, representative of hot spring resorts in Japan, and attracts many tourists from within Japan and from abroad. Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a peaceful time with the symbolic Mt. Yufudake in the background. After a soak in a hot spring, enjoy shopping on the bustling main street, or head to the side streets to explore museums in a tranquil setting.
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EXPERIENCE THE QUINTESSENTIALStreet address
- Yufuin-cho, Yufuin City, Oita Prefcture
Access
- Around JR Yufuin Station
Opening Hours
Closed
Best season
- Jan., Feb., Mar., Apr., May, Jun., Sep., Oct., Nov., Dec.
Point
- The most famous spot in Yufuin is Kinrinko, a lake fed by hot spring waters bubbling up from the bottom. On cold days, water vapor rising from the lake's surface creates an ethereal scene. It is best to go early in the morning to see this and avoid times when there are more tourists.

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Hita Hot Spring
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Kyushu OLLE (Okubungo Course)
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Hita Gion Yamaboko (Festival float) Hall
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Oka Castle Ruins
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Kitsuki
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Ontayaki no Sato
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Kuju region
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Sakuradaki Waterfall
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Usuki Stone Buddhas
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Yaba Gorge, Nakatsu (Red autumnal leaves)
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Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center
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Futago-ji Temple
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Nioza Historical Road
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Oita Airport
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Fukashima Island
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Ao-no-domon Tunnel
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Showa Town
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Beppu Jigoku Meguri (hell tour)
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Rakanji Temple