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Yufuin (Yufuin)
Yufuin is the most popular hot spring resort town in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu, and is known as "Japan's most dreamy hot spring village." It has a quiet atmosphere surrounded by nature and abundant hot spring facilities. Lake Kinrin, located in the center, is where hot springs and cold springs meet. The lake surface is often shrouded in mist in the early morning, reflecting the mountain scenery like a poem. Strolling along Yunotsubo Street, you can discover cute general stores, dessert cafes, and cultural and creative shops, and enjoy a leisurely stroll.
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Beppu Hell Hot Springs
Beppu is one of Japan's most representative hot spring cities, with more than 2,000 hot spring springs. It has a variety of spring qualities and is magnificent in scale. Here you can experience various hot spring cultures, such as mud baths, steam baths and sand baths. You can't miss the Hell Tour, one of the eight hot springs in Beppu. From Umi Jigoku to Chinoike Jigoku, each place shows a spectacular geothermal spectacle. The unique red scenery of Blood Pond Hell is impressive and is the most representative hell spectacle in the Beppu Hell Tour in Kyushu. Beppu combines healing hot springs, cuisine and natural scenery, making it a classic hot spring destination that must be visited in Kyushu.
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Hita Mameda-machi
Hita is a historical and cultural city in Oita Prefecture, known as "Little Kyoto of Kyushu." Strolling along the old street of Mameda-machi, you can see well-preserved samurai residences and machiya architecture, full of rich Edo style. In addition to strolling through the old streets, you can also taste Hita Yakisoba, eel rice and plum wine to experience the local food culture, making it the best place to experience the nostalgic atmosphere of Japan.
