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Yufuin Town: Your Guide to a Ghibli-esque Fairytale Escape! 🌿🍜🦉

#summervacay Recently, I uncovered this enchanting, Miyazaki-esque town that feels straight out of an anime, offering a perfect blend of hot springs, delicious food, charming anime vibes, and serene forests! Getting There 🚂🚗 Public Transport: Hop on the Kyushu JR Line's "Yufuin no Mori" sightseeing train. Its panoramic windows offer a beautiful journey through the forests! Driving: For more flexibility, especially if you plan to explore extensively or have more luggage, driving is convenient. There's parking available near Lake Kinrinko. Must-Visit Spots & Shopping! 🛍️✨ Lake Kinrinko (金鳞湖): The lake itself is surrounded by unique restaurants and onsen facilities. A walk around the lake will lead you to small shrines, and it's especially stunning with vibrant red maples during autumn. The atmosphere is absolutely magical when mist rises in the early morning or evening. Yunotsubo Kaido Street (湯之坪街道): This street is rumored to be the inspiration behind Miyazaki's "My Neighbor Totoro"! It leads directly to Lake Kinrinko and is lined with an abundance of cute, exquisite shops – perfect for Browse. You'll find charming Japanese-style trinkets, creative merchandise, and, importantly, lots of delicious food! Yufuin Glass no Mori (由布院ガラスの森): A two-story music box shop where you can even try making your own, immersing yourself in a romantic atmosphere. Yufuin no Nekoyashiki (由布院の猫屋敷): This shop is packed with all sorts of cat-themed merchandise. On the second floor, it transforms into a cat cafe where you can interact with adorable felines. Right next door is Taka no Mori (鷹之森), home to dozens of owls (most were napping when I visited, but there were super cute owl babies!). #yufuin #oita #japantravel #miyazakivibes #ghibli #lakekinrinko #yunotsubokaido #onsentown #CatCafe #owlcafe #traveljapan 🇯🇵 #catcafé
Posted: Jul 18, 2025
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