Yufuin is located in a small valley blessed with magnificent and abundant nature. Fields and rice paddies are spread throughout the valley.  There are cafes, boutiques, art galleries on the main street of the town making Yufuin looking more like a shopping area than an onsen town.  But hidden gems are waiting for you to find them out! The traditional onsen ryokans are scattered in the town's green areas where local people quietly live their ordinary lives.

• Type of Onsen:

Yufuin is ranked with the second highest onsen water flow in Japan. The type of onsen in Yufuin is simple hot spring which is colorless, transparent, tasteless and odorless. It is said to be effective for recovery from fatigue, skin beauty and relief of muscle pain, arthritis and neuralgia. 

• Things to Do:

Most of the attractions are not far from the main waking street in the town so it is suggested to explore Yufuin on foot. You can also stroll through the streets by horse carriage, rickshaw or bicycle.

Yufin is surrounded by mountains including the famous Yufudake (Mt. Yufu). This volcano is characterized by the distinctive twin peakss. You can hike up the mountain within 2-3 hours if you like to enjoy the spectacular panorama of Yufuin.

Another natural landmark is Lake Kinrin(Lake Kinrinko).  It is a small lake with two separate onsen on its bottom . The morning mist rises silently from the warm water creating a beautiful fantasy-like scene especially in autumn and winter.

• Suggested Ryokans:

A full range of onsen ryokans from simple to luxury stay. Here are some of the best onsen hotels: