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
About OITA 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.
Spots around
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Futago-ji Temple
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Kyushu OLLE (Okubungo Course)
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Usuki Stone Buddhas
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African Safari
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Kitsuki
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Fukashima Island
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Usa Jingu Shrine
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Rakanji Temple
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Ao-no-domon Tunnel
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Mameda-machi
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Sakuradaki Waterfall
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Nioza Historical Road
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Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center
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Oita Airport
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Hita Gion Yamaboko (Festival float) Hall
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Oka Castle Ruins
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Yaba Gorge, Nakatsu (Red autumnal leaves)
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Kitchom san Village Green Tourism
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Inazumi Underwater Cave
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Geo Experience
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Beppu Jigoku Meguri (hell tour)
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Hita Hot Spring
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Kuju region
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Ontayaki no Sato
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Showa Town
