13 Best Yufuin no Mori Train Tours

The Yufuin no Mori is the green express JR Kyushu built for the run from Hakata to Yufuin, all wood panelling and raised seats for the views. It takes a little over two hours, and the buffet car sells snacks and local beer for the way.

1.Kyushu One-Day Tour: Yufuin no Mori Train & Yufuin Town & Nyoirin-ji Temple & Dazaifu & Hell Hot Springs (Departing from Fukuoka)

Compare two Kyushu day trips from Fukuoka, with Yufuin’s old-fashioned train, Beppu’s steaming hot springs, and time to explore.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Eiichi tour guide is very helpful and recommended us with delicious foods. he always keep a smiling face and answer everyone needs .”

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2.Kyushu | Yufuin no Mori Sightseeing Train & Yufuin Town & Yufuin Floral Village & Dazaifu & Beppu Ropeway Day Trip | Departure from Fukuoka

See Dazaifu, Beppu and Yufuin on a guided day trip from Fukuoka, with free time in town and an optional Yufuin no Mori train ride.

★ 4.8

“Tour guide Kuo was attentive and responsible, explaining the stories behind the attractions along the way, as well as the must-try local snacks.”

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3.Kyushu Oita Healing Journey: Optional Yufu no Mori experience, Yufuin & Kyushu Natural Zoological Park & Umi Jigoku & Kamado Jigoku

Review of Fukuoka’s Kyushu day tour to Beppu’s hot springs, African Safari and Yufuin, with costs, timing, train options and practical tips.

★ 4.8

“Tour guide Huahua is amazing! The explanations were clear and very patient, and the switch between Mandarin and Korean was seamless. It was a wonderful day trip!”

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6.Kyushu Yufuin Forest Secret Route One-Day Deep Tour – Beppu Sea Hell & Yufuin Forest Train Experience & Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Departure from Fukuoka)

Review of the Fukuoka day trip to Yufuin, Beppu’s Sea Hell and Dazaifu, with train options, timing, costs and practical tips.

★ 4.9

“Although it was a shame it rained heavily today, Alex was very dedicated in leading everyone. Thank you for taking care of us today; we still had a lot of fun! 😃”

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7.Yufuin no Mori Train Experience: Yufuin Onsen Town & Kyushu Zoo & Beppu Hells or Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine + Beppu Ropeway Tour

Compare a Yufuin no Mori day trip from Fukuoka, with Beppu’s hot springs, Yufuin’s lake and either a safari park or Dazaifu.

★ 4.8

“The female tour guide, Ms. Zhuo, sent an email the day before providing information and requesting that we have various communication apps ready, but she did not provide any contact methods other than a phone number. When we checked in that morning and asked if…”

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10.Kyushu Yufuin no Mori Train Experience | Beppu Romantic Day Trip: Yufuin Town, Umi Jigoku Hot Spring, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Departing from Fukuoka)

Compare Yufuin no Mori train and Beppu day-trip options from Fukuoka, with hot springs, Yufuin, guide support, costs, and timing explained.

★ 4.8

“Our tour guide, Coco, explained the story of each attraction in a lively and engaging way, and her photography skills were top-notch. Thank you for all your hard work!”

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12.Kyushu Yufuin no Mori Sightseeing Train + Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) + Kyushu Natural Zoological Park + Yufuin + Mount Yufu Trailhead (Departing from Fukuoka, with Chinese, English, and Japanese guides)

Review this Fukuoka day trip to Beppu’s Sea Hell, Mount Yufu, a wildlife park and Yufuin, with practical advice on train tickets and extra costs.

★ 4.9

“The tour guide's explanations were detailed and patient, and the driver drove very smoothly. Overall, the service was excellent.”

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