However, Japan's hot spring culture is much more than that. You can find unique hot spring towns all over Japan, each with its own unique characteristics that make you linger. This time, I’d like to introduce you to Yufuin Onsen, a hot spring town located at the foot of Mount Yufu. 2. The uniqueness of Yufuin Onsen Yufuin Onsen is not far from Beppu, but I think it has less commercial atmosphere than Beppu Hell Onsen. The town has only one main street, lined with various hot spring hotels and restaurants. The hot spring water here is of excellent quality, rich in minerals, and has a very good nourishing effect on the skin. Moreover, because it is located at the foot of a volcano, Yufuin Onsen has a large number of springs, which makes the hot springs here diverse and meet the needs of different tourists. 3. My first experience of Yufuin Onsen Among the many hot springs, I chose to stay in a Japanese garden inn located in the center of the town. The design of this hotel is full of Japanese style. The courtyard is full of cherry trees. In spring, the garden is full of beautiful scenery. The guest rooms in the hotel are also elegantly decorated, giving people a strong sense of traditional Japanese culture. For dinner, I enjoyed an authentic Japanese meal at the hotel's restaurant. The restaurant's head chef is a chef who once worked in a Michelin restaurant, and his cooking skills are definitely worth a try. I tried a Yufuin specialty beef stew. The meat was tender and the soup was rich, which left me with an unforgettable aftertaste. In addition, the restaurant also offers a rich variety of seafood and local specialties for tourists to choose from. After dinner, I went to the hotel's open-air hot spring. Soaking in the hot spring, feeling the warm water wrapping around your body, it seems to wash away all the fatigue of the day. Yufuin Onsen is even more beautiful at night. The starry sky sets off the tranquility of the town, making people feel relaxed and happy. The next morning, I enjoyed a hearty breakfast in the tatami room of the hotel. Breakfast includes fresh Japanese pancakes, tofu, natto and other side dishes, as well as a bowl of hot miso soup. After breakfast, I strolled around the town and enjoyed the beautiful rural scenery. In addition, I also visited the nearby Yufudake crater lake. The lake water is crystal clear and surrounded by green mountains and clear waters, the scenery is pleasant. 4. The first experience of Yufuin Hot Springs is worth the trip! This trip to Yufuin Onsen made me deeply appreciate the charm of Japanese hot spring culture. Here, you can fully enjoy the comfort and relaxation brought by hot springs; you can taste authentic Japanese cuisine; you can appreciate the beautiful natural scenery; you can also experience the charm of traditional Japanese culture. If you also want to take a spontaneous hot spring trip, then Yufuin Onsen is definitely your best choice!