Yufuin

Yufuin (由布院) is a small town in Oita Prefecture on Kyushu Island.
It's famous for its onsen (natural hot springs), the Yufu-dake mountain view, and the charming pedestrian streets lined with cafes and Japanese-style sweet shops.

It offers a "warm Japanese countryside" feel, perfect for strolling, taking photos, and simply relaxing.

🚆 Getting to Yufuin

From Fukuoka → Yufuin
1. 🚅 JR Yufuin no Mori Train
• Route: Hakata → Yufuin
• Travel Time: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes
• Highlights: Luxurious train design with stunning views along the way
• Price: Approximately 4,500 yen per trip
✅ Advance booking recommended Because it's very popular.
2. 🚌 Highway Bus
• Price: Approximately 2,800–3,200 yen
• Travel time: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Book through SunQ Pass or the bus company's website

🏞️ Recommended attractions

1. Yufuin Floral Village
• A European-style village Feel like you've stepped into the world of "Harry Potter."
• There are many souvenir shops, cafes, and photo spots.
📍 About a 10-minute walk from the station.

2. Kinrin Lake (金鱗湖)
• A highlight of Yufuin.
• In the morning, the mist floats beautifully over the water.
• There are many cafes and restaurants with a nice atmosphere.
☕ We recommend "Cafe La Ruche," which has a stunning lake view.

3. Yunotsubo Kaido Street (湯の坪街道)
• The main street of the town.
• Filled with sweet shops, cafes, souvenir shops, and cute knick-knacks.
🍦 Recommended food:
• Yufuin Milk Ice Cream
• Yufuin Milk Pudding
• Cheese Tart
• Japanese Fried Food

♨️ Recommended Hot Springs
• Yufuin Onsen Hot Spring (Many hotels have private hot springs).
• If you're staying overnight, we recommend a ryokan with its own hot spring.
• For example: "Yufuin Baien" or "Yufuin Gettouan"

🏨 Recommended Accommodation

Recommended Accommodation Types Highlights Approximate Price/night
💎 Luxury Ryokan Yufuin Gettouan with Yufu Mountain View and Private Outdoor Onsen ¥30,000–50,000
🌿 Nature-View Ryokan Yufuin Baien with Mountain View and Japanese Garden ¥20,000–30,000
💰 Budget-Friendly Etavia Yufuin: Close to the Station, Convenient and Clean ¥7,000–10,000

📷 Popular Photo Spots
• Lake Kinrin in the Morning (Beautiful mist)
• Yunotsubo Street in the afternoon (colorful shops)
• Yufuin Station (classic wooden buildings)
• Yufu-dake mountain view from the parking lot near the lake

🍱 Recommended food
• Yufuin Milk Pudding
• Yufuin Sanshoku Cheese Tart
• Gyudon (beef bowl) at a small street vendor
• Coffee and cake at a lakeside cafe

🕒 Recommended itinerary (1 day)

Morning:
• Depart from Fukuoka on the Yufuin no Mori train
• Stroll along Yunotsubo Kaido
• Eat dessert/ice cream/pudding

Lunch:
• Eat local food at a Japanese restaurant near Kinrin Lake

Afternoon:
• Stroll along Kinrin Lake
• Take photos of the Yufu-dake mountain view
• Soak in an onsen (if time permits)

Evening:
• Return to Fukuoka / or stay overnight at a ryokan

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