Kyushu road trip: Beppu & Yufuin adventure | Japan travel vlog

Our epic Kyushu road trip adventure continues on day 3! Explore Beppu, the hot spring and onsen capital of Japan, and visit the beautiful mountain village of Yufuin Onsen in this Japan travel vlog.

We start the day with a relaxing soak in the private onsen in our hotel room, followed by a traditional Japanese breakfast at the Ryokan Nagomitsuki. Our journey begins in Beppu, where we discover a hotel with gold Torii gates and enjoy breath-taking views from the Yukemuri Observatory.

Next, we explore Kifune Castle, our favourite castle in Japan, and touch the lucky gold snake for good fortune. After admiring the traditional Japanese print art, we relax at the world-renowned Hyotan Onsen, the only 3 Michelin star onsen in the world. Here, we indulge in delicious onsen pudding, cooked with the steam of the onsen, and savour amazing food at the restaurant Yurari.

Our road trip continues as we drive through the scenic mountains of Asokuju National Park, stopping at the Sagiridai Overlook for incredible views. We then explore the charming village of Yufuin, shop for souvenirs on Yunotsubo Street, and take in the beautiful volcanic surroundings.

On our way back to Fukuoka, we enjoy the scenic drive on the Expressway and navigate through Fukuoka's rush hour traffic to return our rental car. We end the day with a delightful dinner at the Yatai's of Fukuoka, enjoying local street food from these traditional open-air food stalls.

Don't miss this exciting leg of our Kyushu road trip! Hit play and join us on this unforgettable adventure.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Private hotel onsen & Japanese breakfast
02:41 Yukemuri Observatory
04:45 Kifune Castle & touching the lucky snake
06:58 Traditional Japanese print art
0912 Hyotan Onsen - 3 Michelin stars
10:13 Onsen pudding & restaurant Yurari
11:28 Driving through Asokuju National Park
14:11 Asokuju Sagiridai Overlook
16:17 Yufuin Village & Yunotsubo Street
19:01 Driving on Expressway E34 to Fukuoka
21:49 Sumo wrestlers in a car & Lamplight Books Hotel
23:37 Returning rental car
26:01 Fukuoka's Yatai

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