Local Guide
From long-established inns to hidden hot springs in the mountains, here are 5 must-visit day-trip hot spring Property Yufuin

Yufuin hot spring is located in the Yufuin Basin in the center of Oita Prefecture. Among Oita Prefecture, which is the largest prefecture in Japan in terms of both the number of springs and the volume of water gushing out, Yufuin hot spring is said to be the second largest in Japan with over 1,000 springs, and the third largest in Japan with an output of approximately 52,000 liters per minute. Most of the springs are either simple hot spring or alkaline simple hot spring, and are soft to the skin, making them popular with people of all ages. We will introduce five hot spring Property, including drop-in baths that can be enjoyed at long-established ryokan, public bathhouses that have long been loved by locals, and even hidden hot springs that attract hot spring maniacs from all over Japan.

Enjoy a bath with a spectacular view at Yufuin's oldest traditional inn

Outdoor hot spring at "Yufu no Yu" has Mount Yufu towering before your eyes. You can enjoy the scenery of each season: fresh greenery in spring and summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and snow-covered scenery in winter.
Outdoor hot spring at "Yufu no Yu" has Mount Yufu towering before your eyes. You can enjoy the scenery of each season: fresh greenery in spring and summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and snow-covered scenery in winter.

Founded in 1911 (Meiji 44), this is the oldest inn in Yufuin hot spring. Day trips to hot spring are also popular, and you can enjoy the men's "Yufu no Yu" and women's "Asagiri no Yu" baths, both of which have Outdoor hot spring and indoor baths.

Outdoor hot spring at Yufu-no-yu offers views of Mt. Yufu right before your eyes, as well as the surrounding scenery that changes with the seasons, allowing you to relax both body and mind. At Asagiri-no-yu, a grand panorama of the Yufuin Basin awaits. In the single-person ceramic bath, you can enjoy the view and high-quality water all to yourself. Men and women are alternated at certain times, and guests staying overnight can use both baths.

Sauna lovers should also take note: A luxurious sauna overlooking Mount Yufu

Mount Yufu towers above the window at the "Forest Sauna." One of the pleasures is seeing the different faces of Mount Yufu with each season.
Mount Yufu towers above the window at the "Forest Sauna." One of the pleasures is seeing the different faces of Mount Yufu with each season.

Along with hot spring, one of the main attractions for visitors is the "Mori no Sauna" in the open-air area of Yufu no Yu. The all-cypress room is spacious enough to fit around 10 people. You can view the majestic Mount Yufu from inside the sauna. It really feels like you're in a sauna in the forest. The cold bath uses an abundance of natural spring water from Mount Yufu. The cold water is soft on the skin and gently envelops your heated body. You can also get a full view of Mount Yufu from the open-air bathing space. A blissful time of relaxation awaits you as you enjoy hot spring, sauna and spectacular views.

Comments Local Guide
Within the inn's grounds is "Yufuin Beer," the first local craft beer brewery in Kyushu, which can be purchased from vending machines on the first floor of the inn. A glass of beer after a bath is the best!
Yufuin Sansuikan
  • URLhttps://www.sansuikan.co.jp
  • 住所108-1 Kawaminami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 6 minutes walk from JR Yufuin Station
  • 営業時間Drop-in bath 12:00-16:00
  • 定休日Open everyday (bathing may not be available depending on the situation on the day)
  • 入場料Bathing fee: Adults 700 yen, 4-12 years old 400 yen
  • TEL0977-84-2101
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Alkaline simple hot spring
  • メモShampoo and other amenities provided

Whether it's sunny or rainy, Mt. Yufu will welcome you to hot spring

Outdoor hot spring with a stone-paved tub. On clear days, you can see Mount Yufu beyond the wall.
Outdoor hot spring with a stone-paved tub. On clear days, you can see Mount Yufu beyond the wall.

This hot spring Property is located in a quiet rural area, a little way from the center of Yufuin. The white-walled gabled roof building is impressive. There are Public hot spring for men and women, as well as a variety of family baths, and the location where you can see Mt. Yufu from all of them is also popular.

Public hot spring for men and women are equipped with Outdoor hot spring and an indoor bath. A large photo of Mt. Yufu is displayed on the wall of Outdoor hot spring, so you can enjoy the majestic view of hot spring even on rainy days. The water is gentle on the skin, so you can stretch your arms and legs and enjoy the famous hot springs at your leisure.

There are also plenty of family baths available. It's worth the trip

The family bath "Yufudake" has an indoor bath and Outdoor hot spring. There are 6 family baths in total.
The family bath "Yufudake" has an indoor bath and Outdoor hot spring. There are 6 family baths in total.

Each family bath has Outdoor hot spring and an indoor bath. There are few hot spring Property with family baths in the town of Yufuin, so many people visit for the family baths. It is recommended for families with children and couples, as you can enjoy hot spring at your own pace without worrying about others around you.

There is a spring water that gushes out from the foot of Mt. Yufu on the premises, and bathers can take some home for free. The natural water tastes especially good when you drink it after your bath. We recommend bringing a bottle with you (containers are also available for purchase at reception).

Comments Local Guide
The surrounding countryside is a beautiful sight, and it's a perfect place to take a walk from Yufuin Station on a nice day.
Yufudake hot spring
  • 住所2426-3 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 18 minutes walk from JR Yufuin Station
  • 営業時間9:30〜18:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 入場料Bathing fee: 500 yen for adults, 300 yen for elementary school students, 2,000 yen for family bath (60 minutes)
  • TEL0977-84-2453
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Alkaline simple hot spring
  • メモShampoo and other amenities provided

A historic hot spring you can casually drop in to.

The bathtub is filled with clear, soft water. The temperature is a little high, warming your body to the core.
The bathtub is filled with clear, soft water. The temperature is a little high, warming your body to the core.

This public hot hot spring is located along the Oita River, just off the main street of Yufuin, "Yunotsubo Kaido." Due to its convenient location in the center of Yufuin, it is not only popular with locals, but has recently been used by an increasing number of tourists from Japan and abroad. It is a bathhouse with a long history, and it is said that its name was even mentioned in documents from the Edo period.
There is one indoor bath for men and one for women, and the bathtub is made of cypress, while the floor and waist-high walls are made of granite, giving it a very solid feel. During the day, sunlight pours in through the high windows, creating a particularly pleasant atmosphere. Before entering, you must first pay the bathing fee in the fee box in the center of the entrance.

Interacting with locals is also an experience that can only be had at a public bath

A charming exterior. Mount Yufu can be seen behind the building.
A charming exterior. Mount Yufu can be seen behind the building.

The current building was rebuilt in 1995. Its tasteful appearance matches the tranquil and calm scenery of Yufuin and is very eye-catching.
Many locals use it every day instead of taking a bath at home, and because it is a small space with only one bathtub, you will naturally have warm interactions with the locals. The number of visitors increases in the morning and evening, so if you are looking for a quieter time, we recommend visiting around noon.

Comments Local Guide
Although it is an unmanned public bath, it is cleaned several times a day by the management association. Therefore, it is always clean and safe to use, which is another reason for its popularity.
Yunotsubo hot spring
  • URLhttps://www.city.yufu.oita.jp/kankou/onsen/onsen_cate1_1/yunotubo
  • 住所1087-1 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 14 minutes walk from JR Yufuin Station
  • 営業時間10:00 - 22:00 (subject to change)
  • 定休日Open daily
  • 入場料Bathing fee: 200 yen
  • TEL0977-84-3111（由布市湯布院庁舎）
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Alkaline simple hot spring
  • メモNo shampoo or other amenities provided

hot spring Maniacs from all over Japan gather at Yufuin's hidden hot springs.

Public hot spring has one indoor bath for men and one for women. The hot spring ingredients cause soap and shampoo ingredients to stick to the skin and become impossible to remove, so they are prohibited from use.
Public hot spring has one indoor bath for men and one for women. The hot spring ingredients cause soap and shampoo ingredients to stick to the skin and become impossible to remove, so they are prohibited from use.

Located on the middle slope of Mt. Garandake, an active volcano on the border between Yufu and Beppu, this inn is visited by hot spring lovers from all over Japan. It has a very high iron content and is also very acidic, making it a rare spring quality nationwide. It is also said to be one of the three major medicinal baths, and many people visit for the purpose of taking a therapeutic bath.

The hot springs have a long history, dating back to the Heian period when a military commander, Minamoto no Tametomo, discovered a deer healing its wounds in a pool of hot water. The water is several dozen times more acidic than a lemon. When you soak in the water, you gradually feel a tingling sensation, and it is said to have a strong peeling effect.

Enjoy the famous hot springs to your heart's content in Outdoor hot spring and family baths

The open Outdoor hot spring offers a view of the rich nature. There are four family baths.
The open Outdoor hot spring offers a view of the rich nature. There are four family baths.

The simple atmosphere of the indoor bath is attractive, but the open Outdoor hot spring with a sense of openness is also recommended. There are also four family baths, where you can enjoy the high-quality hot water in a luxurious, private setting.

It also contains a lot of natural moisturizing ingredients and metasilicic acid, and can be expected to have a skin-beautifying effect. hot spring Since the ingredients penetrate the skin when the skin dries after bathing, it is an effective bathing method to repeat soaking for 1 ~ 2 minutes and drying. At the reception, "mineral spring water" that springs up cold, has fewer impurities than hot spring water, and has a high concentration and acidity. A medicinal bath that is unparalleled in Japan. hot spring Even if you are not a maniac, it is a famous hot spring that you want to visit at least once.

Comments Local Guide
If you actually lick the water, you'll be surprised at how sour it is. If you have a cut or wound, it will ooze, so please be careful when bathing.
Tsukahara hot spring Crater Spring
  • URLhttps://www.tukaharaonsen.jp
  • 住所1235 Tsukahara, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, approximately 5 minutes by car from Yufudake Smart IC
  • 営業時間9:00-18:00 (last entry 17:00)
    July to August: 9:00 to 19:00 (last admission 18:00)
    January and February: 10:00-18:00 (last admission 17:00)
  • 定休日New year holiday season
  • 入場料Crater viewing: Adults (junior high school students and above) 200 yen, elementary school students 100 yen
    Indoor bath: Adults (junior high school students and above) 500 yen, Children (1 year old and above) 200 yen
    Outdoor hot spring Adults (junior high school students and above): 600 yen, Children (1 year old and above): 200 yen
  • TEL0977-85-4101
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Acidic iron (II, III)-aluminum-sulfate spring
  • メモShampoo and other amenities not provided (prohibited in the bath area)

A good old-fashioned public bath that will warm your heart

This public bath opened in 1977 and is still managed by the people of the Otomaru area. In the evening, local regulars gather one after another.
This public bath opened in 1977 and is still managed by the people of the Otomaru area. In the evening, local regulars gather one after another.

This is the hot spring Property closest to Yufuin Station. It is always bustling with visitors and is deeply rooted in the local community. Its convenient location near the station makes it popular with tourists as well.
The indoor baths, one for men and one for women, have high ceilings and a retro design. The floors and walls are tiled, and the baths are in the old-fashioned style of not having showers. The two baths, one large and one small, are divided into hot and lukewarm, so you can enjoy the water at your preferred temperature. Since it opens early in the morning, many people visit in hopes of taking the first bath of the morning.

Please put your bathing fee in the offering box.

The Yakushi Nyorai statue is enshrined at the entrance. After the bath, you can relax in the rest area at the back.
The Yakushi Nyorai statue is enshrined at the entrance. After the bath, you can relax in the rest area at the back.

The bathing fee is paid by placing it in the offering box at the statue of Yakushi Nyorai, the guardian Buddha of hot spring, which is enshrined near the entrance. You can see locals bowing before entering the bath. There is a rest area on the first floor where you can take a short break, and a large hall on the second floor that can be used for 100 yen per person, where you can relax and have lunch.

Located in the center of Yufuin and with long opening hours, this is a great Property to enjoy hot spring whenever you feel like it. Towels, soap, and other items are sold, so you can visit empty-handed without worry.

Comments Local Guide
This is a hidden hot spring Property with a deep, retro atmosphere. We recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy a traditional hot spring with the locals.
Otomaru hot spring

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