Yurari Rokumyo
Traditional tatami room with low wooden table, zabuton cushions and shoji screens overlooking a garden at Yurari Rokumyo, Ōita
Sunken wooden hearth table with stools, shoji screens opening to a verdant garden at Yurari Rokumyo, Oita, Kyushu
Tatami seating area with low wooden table, round straw cushions and bookshelf at Yurari Rokumyo in Ōita, Kyūshū
Interior of traditional tatami sitting area with low wooden stools and shoji screens at Yurari Rokumyo in Ōita
Covered wooden veranda with bench overlooking lush courtyard garden at Yurari Rokumyo in Ōita
Indoor stone soaking tub with wooden walls and shower at Yurari Rokumyo, Oita, Kyushu, Japan
Tatami room with low round table, shoji screens and garden view at Yurari Rokumyo in Ōita, Kyūshū, Japan

Yurari Rokumyo

9.7
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.7/10, based on 328 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM
Hot Spring Town Mountain Setting Old Town Private Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath
Staff 9,8/10
Facilities 9,7/10
Cleanliness 9,8/10
Comfort 9,7/10
Value for money 9,2/10
Location 9,6/10

Ryokan highlights

A small Yufuin guesthouse-style ryokan with private open-air baths and easy station access.

Private Open-Air BathsGuest house style stays feature private rotenburo for a more secluded onsen experience.
Walkable Station AccessAbout eight minutes on foot from JR Yufuin Station, convenient for rail travelers.
Central Yufuin BaseWell placed for exploring central Yufuin sights on foot without long transfers.
Traditional House FeelJapanese-style lodging emphasizes a calm, homey atmosphere rather than a large hotel setting.
Quiet Small-Scale StayWith only a handful of rooms, the property feels intimate and low-key.
Flexible Self-CateringRooms are noted with kitchenette facilities, useful for light meals and longer stays.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsIts strongest driver is Yufuin town access: arrive by afternoon, use the private baths, sleep early, then walk the main streets and Lake Kinrin before moving on. Two nights work if you want a slower Yufuin rhythm without changing hotels.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a quiet 1-2 night Yufuin onsen stay for couples or relaxed walkers, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

No dinner serviceThis property does not appear to provide meals, so dinner planning matters especially on arrival night.
Limited stay depthYufuin is pleasant but compact; many travelers will run out of nearby must-do sightseeing after 1-2 nights.
Small inn setupIt is a five-room detached-style ryokan, so expect intimacy and simplicity rather than full resort facilities.
Not barrier-freeBarrier-free support is not available, so travelers with mobility needs should check fit carefully.

Food & drinks

This ryokan at 3090-1 Kawakami is a room-only Yufuin stay with no regular on-site restaurant, though limited in-room meal plans appear available, so nearby dining is the main option.

In-Room Dining (on-site)
on-site

No regular restaurant; limited meal-plan bento or kaiseki-style in-room dining may be available on select plans.

  • Special Kaiseki BentofoodSeasonal boxed dinner on some plans.
  • Children's BentofoodSimple kids meal when arranged.
  • Tea in RoomdrinkEasy in-room hot drink option.
Yufumabushi Shin (nearby)
nearby10 min walk

Popular Yufuin station-area restaurant known for rice sets with local specialties.

  • Bungo Beef MabushispecialtyLocal beef over rice, eaten in stages.
  • Eel MabushifoodHitsumabushi-style eel rice set.
  • Chicken MabushifoodChicken rice set option.
  • Pickles and Small PlatesfoodTypical set meal sides.
Yufufu Yufuin Ekimae (nearby)
nearby8 min walk

Small station-side cafe and bakery, handy for breakfast, coffee, and sweets.

  • Yufuin Roll CakespecialtyFresh house-made signature sweet.
  • Fresh BreadfoodBakery items for a light breakfast.
  • CoffeedrinkSimple cafe coffee stop.
  • TeadrinkHot drink with pastries.

Access, transport and nearby sights

Yurari Rokumyo appears to be a Yufuin-area ryokan best reached from Yufuin Station, with taxi transfers usually more practical than walking with luggage.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

A small detached-villa ryokan in central Yufuin, Yurari Rokumyo suits travelers who want private onsen time and a quiet stay near the main sightseeing area. It is less suitable if you expect full ryokan dining, late flexible arrivals, or a large resort-style property.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Private detached roomsThe stay is limited to just five standalone annex-style units, so it feels more secluded than a standard inn with rooms along one corridor. That setup is especially appealing for couples, families, or anyone who values privacy.
  • In-room hot spring bathingGuest rooms include their own bath, with options such as rock open-air baths or hinoki indoor baths. It makes the stay ideal for travelers who want to soak whenever they like without sharing a public bath.
  • Walkable Yufuin baseThe ryokan is about a 10-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station and around 5 minutes on foot from Yunotsubo Kaido. You can enjoy Yufuin on foot while still returning to a calm, tucked-away setting.
  • Extra private family bathBesides the room baths, there is also a reservable-style family bath available until late evening. That adds another bathing option for guests who want a different atmosphere or a larger soak.
  • Good fit for relaxed self-planned staysThis property is designed for quiet, bath-centered stays rather than a rigid meal schedule. It works well for travelers who want freedom to explore local cafés and restaurants around Yufuin at their own pace.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Usually no included mealsThe ryokan clearly emphasizes lodging without meals, so it may disappoint travelers seeking the classic ryokan experience of elaborate kaiseki dinner and breakfast on site. You will likely need to plan meals elsewhere.
  • Not ideal for late arrivalGuests are asked to contact the property if they will be late, and check-in after 9:00 PM risks being treated as a no-show. That makes it less forgiving for complicated train connections or same-day travel delays.
  • Small-property facilities onlyThis is an intimate annex-style inn, not a full-service resort with lots of public spaces or entertainment. If you want multiple lounges, extensive facilities, or a large communal atmosphere, it may feel too limited.
  • Location is central, not remoteAlthough the ryokan itself is described as quiet, it sits in the middle of Yufuin rather than in an isolated mountain setting. Travelers dreaming of a deeply rural hideaway may find it less immersive than countryside ryokans.
  • Best value depends on loving onsen privacyA big part of the appeal is paying for a private-bath detached room in a prime Yufuin location. If you do not care much about soaking in your own bath, the premium may feel less worthwhile.

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Current position: 1st out of 129 ryokans in Oita.

Rank Ryokan Rating Reviews
🥇 1st Yurari Rokumyo Current ryokan 9.7/10 328
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4th Yunohira Kamiyanagiya 9.6/10 135
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7th Manrikiya, petit ryokan thermal à Beppu Kannawa Onsen 9.5/10 189
8th Sanso Tanaka 9.4/10 1,305
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11th Kutsurogi-no-Yado Nanakawa 9.4/10 377
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