Yufuin & Hita Full-Day Tour with Yufuin no Mori Option

Tucked into the misty highlands of Oita Prefecture, Yufuin and Hita offer two very different faces of rural Kyushu. This boutique day tour pairs Yufuin's refined ryokan culture and lakeside lanes with the merchant-town character of Hita: a pairing that rewards travellers who want more than a single postcard moment. The optional Yufuin no Mori scenic train adds a further layer, threading through forested valleys in vintage green carriages.

When to go

Yufuin is lovely in every season: cherry blossoms in spring, vivid foliage in autumn, and steam rising dramatically from the valley in winter. Arriving early in the day lets you explore quieter streets before day-trippers arrive, making the most of whatever hours your chosen tour itinerary allows.