Beppu

A kínai nyelvű idegenvezető, Daisy, végig figyelmesen magyarázott, és gondoskodott az idősebb utazókról is. Készített saját Google-listákat a különböző régiók ajánlott helyeiről, és lelkesen segített lefoglalni a Yufuin állomás előtti finom kamameshi éttermet. Megkóstoltuk mindhárom ízt: marhát, csirkét és angolnát, ami fantasztikus volt! A Tenmangu szentélyben is professzionálisan elmondta, mely üzleteket érdemes először megnézni (mivel hamarosan zárnak), és megosztotta, hogyan kell imádkozni és áldást kérni. Visszafelé Fukuokában ajánlott finom ételeket és szórakozási lehetőségeket. Az A útvonalon sok érdekes látnivaló volt, így a vásárlás és a gasztronómia szerelmesei is élvezhették a tartalmas napot. Azonban az útvonal feszes volt, és a közlekedés is időt vett igénybe, így nem tudtunk alaposan körülnézni (vajon mennyire szeretek vásárolni?). Legközelebb szeretnék egyedül elmenni Yufuinba (annyi Miffy nyuszit vettem!).

The trip was so good. We went to the zoo in the morning and then to umi jigoku, seeing mount yufu on the way to yufuin. Our guide Nicole Yang was very good in explaining and very helpful. She help me taking pictures since I am a solo traveler.

A Dazaifu + Yufuin + Beppu egynapos túra összességében jól szervezett volt, és a látnivalók is megértek minden percet. Azonban az egész napos esőzés rányomta a bélyegét az élményre és a hangulatra. Az eredetileg tervezett felvonózás a tájfun miatt elmaradt, helyette a „Tengeri Pokol” (Umi Jigoku) nevű helyre mentünk, ami sajnálatos volt. Bár a látnivaló önmagában is különleges, az eredeti terv szerinti program teljesebb lett volna. Yufuin gyönyörű, de az eső miatt kicsit kényelmetlen volt a városban sétálni, és nem tudtunk nyugodtan nézelődni vagy fényképezni, ami kissé rontott az élményen. Bár az időjárás és a program változott, az idegenvezető kiválóan teljesített. Végig nagyon felelősségteljes volt. Én Yufuinban váltam le a csoporttól, két éjszakát Yufuinban, egyet pedig Kurokawában töltöttem, hogy kipróbáljam a furo onsent (szabadtéri termálfürdő). Amikor elváltam a csoporttól, az idegenvezető még taxit is hívott nekem, így zökkenőmentesen eljutottam a szállodába, ami nagyon figyelmes volt tőle.

Visiting the 7 Hells is definitely worth it. No guide is needed. Each hell has its own unique characteristic. You can collect stamps at each of the Hells, and best of all, you can enjoy a foot bath in several of them. It's worth dedicating a full day (about 6 hours). I started with the two more remote ones, then took a lunch break (Jigoku meguri is a typical dish), and then finished the other five, which are close to each other. Incredible!

We had a lovely time during the entire tour. We had enough time at every stop for us to enjoy. The itinerary was well organized. We were never rushed. We had Matthew with us as our tour guide and he was really great in giving us informations regarding the scenic areas that we went to. We really appreciated his calm demeanor throughout the trip and his food recommendations. He sent us links and locations for us to easier navigate them. He was responsive to all our inquiries and always emphasized safety and to contact him should we have any concerns. All in all we had a wonderful experience.

The tour guide was exceptionally professional and friendly. Highly recommended day trip!!! Started the morning with peaceful vibes at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine – the plum blossoms and autumn leaves were stunning, and you can feel the history in every step. Then we headed to Yufuin Town – think Studio Ghibli meets hot spring paradise. After lunch, soaked in the views of Mt. Yufu and explored the cute cafés and craft shops. Next up, Beppu Ropeway for jaw-dropping views of the city and the bay from above. The cable car ride alone is worth it! Additional 1700 yen. Last but definitely not least – Kamado Jigoku (one of Beppu’s famous “Hells”). Not only did we see bubbling geothermal ponds and steam vents, but we also got a complimentary onsen egg (so creamy!) and a refreshing lemon soda to wash it down. A perfect mix of culture, nature, incredible food, and quirky onsen fun. Highly recommend this route for anyone visiting Fukuoka/Oita!

Even though it was raining, the overall itinerary was very well managed. We had a mini-bus with two guides: Zhu Zhu, who handled Chinese and Korean, and another male guide who provided explanations and commentary in fluent English. This was my first time on a one-day tour, and I was surprised that the guides even walked with us. Zhu Zhu is an excellent guide; she provided detailed information about restrooms and lunch options and consistently ensured the group stayed together and that everyone was accounted for. The entire trip was very enriching. Although the schedule was a bit tight, there was still enough time even for those who love taking photos. We even received small gifts at the end! Since I was staying in Takachiho, I opted out of the return trip, and Zhu Zhu was very enthusiastic in discussing my drop-off location. I'm so glad I joined this one-day tour, and I highly recommend it!

The Yufuin Forest Secret One-Day Tour is an absolute masterpiece of an itinerary, perfectly blending Kyushu's breathtaking nature, nostalgic charm, and otherworldly wonders into a seamless day. Starting in the beautiful mountain-ringed city of Yufu, you are immediately immersed in a scenic retreat where the streets are packed with fantastic local food and endless souvenir shops to explore. The romance of old Japan comes alive the moment you board the vintage green Yufuin No Mori express train to Oita, offering a beautifully nostalgic ride through rolling countryside. The adventure shifts into high gear at the Beppu Hell hot springs, where the striking, surreal contrast of the boiling cobalt-blue and fiery-red thermal waters feels like stepping onto another planet. Finally, wrapping up the day at the historic Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine provides a perfect, deeply peaceful cultural finale to an unforgettable journey. Kevin of JRT, arigato gozaimasu for being a wonderful tour guide!

Day trip to Yufuin no Mori , See Hell and Daizhifu. We had a great experience today. The guide and driver were very friendly and helpful. Thank you for making our day trip comfortable and enjoyable.The places we visited were beautiful, and the schedule was perfect.We really enjoyed the trip today. Highly recommended!