Beppu & Yufuin: Nature, Onsen & Views!
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Overview
Discover Beppu and Yufuin Nature and Onsen Trip explores the beauty of Beppu and Yufuin! See amazing views and relax in hot springs. This trip is perfect for people who love nature and want to see Japan's beautiful spots. It mixes guided tours with time to explore on your own.
First, a guide will take you to Beppu's famous Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) and Oniishi Jigoku (Oniishi Hell). These are hot springs that look like scenes from another world! Then, ride the Beppu Ropeway up Mt. Tsurumi for amazing views. Enjoy the cool air and see everything from the top with your guide in a private car.
After coming down from the mountain, a local bus (without the guide) will take you to Yufuin, a lovely hot spring town. Here, you can walk around using a special map made just for you. The map shows the best places, like Yunotsubo Street, Lake Kinrinko, shops, cafes, and hot springs. Explore at your own speed! Enjoy the freedom to see what you like best in Yufuin. If you want a private car or guide in Yufuin, you can ask for it, but exploring on your own is cheaper and gives you more freedom. This tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle. It does not include private transportation, lunch, ropeway fees, or Umi Jigoku and Oniishi Jigoku entrance fees.




Highlights
See Beppu's 'Hell' Hot Springs: Visit Umi Jigoku and Oniishi Jigoku, famous hot springs that look like they're from another world!
Ride the Beppu Ropeway: Go up Mt. Tsurumi on the Beppu Ropeway and see amazing views from the top.
Explore Yufuin on Your Own: Walk around Yufuin with a special map and see the best shops, cafes, and hot springs.
Enjoy Nature and Hot Springs: This trip is a great way to see beautiful nature and relax in hot springs.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, especially the guided part in Beppu and the freedom to explore Yufuin. Some would have liked more guidance throughout the whole trip.

Customers enjoyed seeing the unique hot springs in Beppu.
Many appreciated the beautiful views from the ropeway.
Travelers liked having free time to explore Yufuin on their own.
The guide was helpful and spoke English well.
Some visitors wished the bus ride to Yufuin had a guide.
A few people thought entrance fees should be included.
The Journey
Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell)
Venture into Umi Jigoku, the "Sea Hell," Beppu's iconic geothermal marvel formed over 1,200 years ago. Witness its stunning cobalt-blue waters, heated to a scorching 98°C by volcanic activity. Explore the meticulously landscaped gardens surrounding the pool, dotted with bamboo groves and traditional pavilions, offering a serene contrast to the fiery depths below. Indulge in footbaths, observe bubbling mud pools, and savor the locally famous jigoku-mushi steamed pudding, cooked using the natural heat of the springs.
Oniishi Jigoku (Oniishi Hell)
Discover the dynamic Oniishi Jigoku, or "Oniishi Hell," named after a legendary demon. Here, a powerful boiling pool of red-colored water steams intensely, the result of high iron content in the earth. Despite its hellish appearance, the site features tranquil gardens and a relaxing footbath. Experience a less crowded, more immersive stop on the Jigoku Meguri (Hell Tour), where raw geothermal energy meets peaceful surroundings.
Beppu Ropeway to Mt. Tsurumi
Ascend Mt. Tsurumi via the Beppu Ropeway for a breathtaking 10-minute ride to an elevation of 1,375 meters. Enjoy panoramic views of Beppu Bay, the city, and distant Mt. Yufu. At the summit, stroll along well-maintained paths, explore small shrines, and admire seasonal flowers. On clear days, the vista extends to the Kuju Mountains. This ropeway journey is more than just transportation; it's an escape to refreshing highland air and stunning natural beauty.
Lake Kinrinko
Escape to the enchanting Lake Kinrinko, a jewel at the edge of Yufuin. Named "Golden Scale Lake" after a legendary fish, its surface shimmers with reflected sunlight. Visit early morning to witness mist rising from the water, a result of natural hot springs flowing from below. Stroll the lakeside path, relax by the shrines, and savor a quiet coffee at a café, all while enjoying the serene ambiance of this picturesque setting.
Yunotsubo Kaido Street
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Yunotsubo Kaido, Yufuin's bustling main street. Lined with local shops, snack stands, and unique cafés, the street is a sensory delight. Discover handmade crafts, hot spring souvenirs, and art galleries. Indulge in local delicacies like croquettes, cheese tarts, and matcha sweets. Cozy restaurants offer Yufu beef and chicken tempura, while stylish cafés provide the perfect spot to relax with a coffee or treat. Yunotsubo Kaido is a flavorful way to experience the charm of Yufuin.
Yufuin Onsen Experience
Complete your Yufuin visit with a traditional hot spring experience. After exploring the town, rejuvenate your body and mind in one of Yufuin's many onsen. Popular spots like Shitan-yu offer rustic charm and open-air baths, while Baien and Musouen boast stunning views of Mt. Yufu. Whether in a public bathhouse or a private ryokan onsen, the experience will ease tired muscles and provide a perfect touch of serenity after a day of discovery.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle for the guided portion. It excludes private transportation in Yufuin, lunch, ropeway fees to Mt. Tsurumi, and entrance fees for Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) and Oniishi Jigoku (Oniishi Hell). Please note that travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended.
Hot Tip
Reviewers suggest planning which attractions in Yufuin you want to see beforehand to make the most of your free time. Also, be prepared for crowds, especially on weekends and holidays.