Take the Yufuin Forest ride to the hot spring resort, enjoying the warm aroma of wood

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There are several transportation options from Hakata to Yufuin, including various train options. The Yufuin-no-Mori train is the most difficult to get tickets for, as it runs less frequently and seats are even fewer. Make sure to book your reservation early to make the trip!

Yufuin is a hot spring town in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan. It boasts abundant hot springs, the idyllic scenery beneath Mount Yufu, the shimmering Kinrinko Lake, and the cafes and sweet shops lining the Yunotsubo streets, attracting many tourists.

Because local accommodations are expensive, we opted for a round-trip train trip that day. While the journey between Hakata and Yufuin takes 4-6 hours (including transfers and waiting time), the scenery is worth it!

Post by Chengchichi | Oct 3, 2025