🗺️ Dō no Eki Yufuin (Yufuin)道の駅ゆふいん

Yufuin (由布院) is famous for its hot springs and rich natural scenery, and it is one of Japan's top summer resorts. The "Roadside Station Yufuin" located at the entrance of Yufuin serves as a sightseeing hub for many visitors. The tourist center (情報ステーション) has guides who are familiar with Yufuin's attractions, providing information on recommended spots and offering free guide maps for visitors. The popular local restaurant "Gokuraku-an" (御食事処 岳庵) serves soul food from Oita Prefecture, including fried chicken tempura and fried burdock udon, which have received high praise. The dishes made with the high-priced Oita wagyu are also not to be missed. The local product hall sells strawberries grown in the area, processed foods made from the dreamy fruit called "bubble fruit," and freshly harvested vegetables from local farms. The "Ogimochi" (荻餅) from the Komatsu family, available only on weekends and national holidays, is in high demand and sells out quickly. It is recommended to arrive early if you wish to purchase it to avoid disappointment.

Located at the entrance of Yufuin, one of Japan's top summer resorts. There are tour guides familiar with Yufuin's sightseeing spots available, and maps can be obtained. The attached restaurant offers local soul food such as fried chicken tempura. The "Ogimochi from the Komatsu family," which is only sold on weekends and national holidays, is very popular and sells out quickly.