Located in Oita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Yufuin attracts visitors with its hot spring bathhouses, scenic mountain backdrop, and local food streets. Travelers often arrive via the Yufuin no Mori limited express train, which runs directly from Hakata Station. The town area features attractions like the European-themed Yufuin Floral Village, the misty waters of Lake Kinrin, and hiking trails leading up the volcanic slopes of Mount Yufu.
Exploring Yufuin Floral Village and Ghibli Shops
This short highlights the Yufuin Floral Village, a small attraction designed to resemble an old English countryside town. The creators walk along cobblestone streets lined with storybook cottages, flower displays, and themed boutique shops inspired by Ghibli studios. The village stands within walking distance of other local sights like Lake Kinrin.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Yufuin Floral Village
- 💡 Best for: Ghibli Fans, Families
Evelyn and Noah’s Day Trip to Yufuin Floral Village
In this vlog, Evelyn and Noah document the first day of their Oita trip, focusing on their arrival at Yufuin Floral Village. They explore the English-themed replica town with its narrow pathways and European-style architecture. The video captures their walk through the various shop fronts and themed areas of this Oita attraction. They showcase the small animal enclosures and themed retail shops scattered throughout the village grounds. The vlog concludes with their journey through the surrounding village paths.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Yufuin Floral Village
- 💡 Best for: Couples, Day Trippers
4K Walking Tour from Yufuin Flower Village to Tsukahara Highlands
This walking tour video guides viewers through the main street of Yufuin before heading to the Yufuin Flower Village. The uncut route continues along the river toward Tenso Shrine and Lake Kinrin, showcasing traditional Japanese houses. Finally, the walk transitions to the green grasslands of the Tsukahara Highlands.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Tsukahara Highlands
- 💡 Best for: Nature Lovers, Walkers
Trying Craft Fruit Juice with Brandon Nguyen
Brandon Nguyen highlights a local street food option in Yufuin featuring craft fruit juice. The video shows the preparation process of fresh juice served directly in the town’s shopping district. This brief guide focuses on identifying the juice stand and grabbing a cold drink while exploring.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Craft Fruit Juice Stand in Yufuin
- 💡 Best for: Foodies, Casual Diners
Riding the Yufuin no Mori Train and Staying at Yufuin Lamp no Yado
Vickie Ip boards the scenic Yufuin no Mori limited express train to travel into Oita’s forest and mountain landscape. After arriving at the station, she visits the B-speak cake shop to buy local rolled cake. She then walks down the main shopping street toward Yufuin Floral Village and Lake Kinrin. Afterward, she checks into Yufuin Lamp no Yado, a hot spring hotel where guests can interact with resident cats and bathe in private onsen. The trip concludes with a visit to the Tosu Premium Outlets and an all-you-can-eat seafood meal at Hakata Toichi Nagahama Shokudo.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Yufuin Lamp no Yado
- 💡 Best for: Onsen Lovers, Cat Enthusiasts
Exploring Yunotubo Street and Dining at Yufumabushi Shin
Miki travels from Beppu Station to Yufuin Station to begin her solo tour of the town. She walks down Yunotubo Street, stopping at the Donguri No Mori Totoro shop. She also buys fried chicken from Nakatsu Karaage Kichigo during her street food tour. After visiting Yufuin Floral Village and taking photos of Lake Kinrin and Tenso Shrine, she sits down for lunch at Yufumabushi Shin. To finish her day, she takes a bus to the Yufu Tozanguchi stop and visits the Sagiridai Overlook to view Mount Yufu.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Yufumabushi Shin
- 💡 Best for: Solo Travelers, Foodies
Solo Hiking Mount Yufu with Will Zhao
Will Zhao books a seat on the popular Yufuin no Mori train but bypasses the local resort bathhouses to hike Mount Yufu. He begins his solo trek into the volcanic forest, navigating the trail paths and dense trees. Along the route, he encounters a wild deer and highlights the ecological damage the local deer population causes to the bark of the trees. He navigates out of the forest maze before weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances affect the climb. He then begins his return journey back to the base of the mountain.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Mount Yufu Trail
- 💡 Best for: Hikers, Solo Adventurers
A Luxury Stay at ENOWA YUFUIN Auberge
Hiromi showcases the ENOWA YUFUIN luxury auberge, a resort that opened in Oita in 2023. The video features the Garden Side Villa with Yufudake view, which includes a private hot spring and swimming pool. The host highlights the property’s signature farm-to-table dining concept during multi-course dinner and breakfast services. Viewers see the design details of the hotel facility and the layout of the luxury guest rooms. The video concludes with a breakdown of room prices and nearby sightseeing locations.
- 📍 Featured Spot: ENOWA YUFUIN
- 💡 Best for: Luxury Travelers, Foodies
Sam and Victor’s Family Day Trip to Yufuin
Sam and Victor travel to Yufuin as part of a large 40-person family reunion trip through Kyushu. On day four of their itinerary, they explore the local streets and stop by the Yufuin Floral Village. Before leaving, the family rests at the train station foot bath located right at Yufuin Station.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Yufuin Station Foot Bath
- 💡 Best for: Family Travelers, Groups
AdrianWidjy’s Orange Juice Machine Discovery in Yufuin
Creator AdrianWidjy locates a manual-style orange juice machine operating along the streets of Yufuin. The video shows the mechanical process of pressing fresh oranges into a cup. This short clip highlights a quick and interactive street food option for travelers walking through the town.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Street Food Area in Yufuin
- 💡 Best for: Foodies, Casual Travelers
