COURSE INTRODUCTION
COURSE 07 Tour de Yunohira Course
A hill climb course that starts in a hot spring town
This course connects Yudaira Onsen, a hot spring resort famous for its elegant stone roads, to the Kusumi Plateau with its magnificent views of the nature of Aso-Kuju National Park.Though you'll be surrounded by verdant, relaxing nature, the two courses are sure to provide excitement. One is a 70 km long course with 2,200 meters of elevation gain, while the other is a short 29 km course that partway through goes back through the deep underground waters of Asono. The traffic on these courses is relatively low, making them perfect for those who want to enjoy the scenery on their ride. After a tough ride with a pleasant fall breeze at your back, why not enjoy a long dip in a hop spring?
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- Distance to Travel
- 70km
- Average Incline (Climbs)
- 7.3%
- Average Incline (Descents)
- 7.1%
- Elevation Gain (Climbs)
- 2,217m
- Elevation Gain (Descents)
- 2,216m
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Spot Information
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Cycle Stand
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Air Pump
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Tools
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Restroom
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Drink Supplies
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Information
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Ishidami-no-Eki Tsuruya (Yunohira Onsen Tourist Information Center)
We offer a variety of local specialties, including the popular Yunohiran Ice Cream and yokan (sweet bean jelly) from Kakawado. You’ll also find local sake, sweets, and other souvenirs. An eat-in space is available. For cyclists, there is a parking area next door—please feel free to use it.
Spot Information
- Address
- 346, Yunohira, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture
- Hours
- 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Regular Holiday
- Open Year-Round
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Ureshino Shokudo
A renowned local restaurant specializing in river fish dishes such as eel, carp, and enoha (landlocked masu trout). It offers the rustic flavors of the mountains, characteristic of a traditional toji (therapeutic hot spring) town.
Spot Information
- Phone Number
- Open year-round (No regular holidays)
- Hours
- 357-2 Yunohira, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture
- Regular Holiday
- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Gin-no-Yu (Public Bath)
Gin-no-Yu is a traditional public bath located just a short walk uphill from the entrance of the stone-paved street in Yunohira Onsen. The bath features soft, free-flowing hot spring water rich in sodium-chloride and sulfate. It is beloved by both locals and long-time visitors from afar. The name "Gin-no-Yu" (Silver Bath) comes from the old days when the spring bubbled up from the riverbed, and its mineral crystals sparkled like silver dust. While the facility is simple—with no showers or amenities—it offers an authentic onsen experience. Towels and bathing supplies can be purchased at Ishidatami-no-Eki Tsuruya.
Spot Information
- Address
- 351-7 Yunohira, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- Hours
- 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM(Please exit by 8:00 PM as cleaning begins at that time.)
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