Yufuin Station Vicinity Shopping Streets - Yufuin Basin Festival, Yufuin-Cho, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture
Flow of the course
About 10 min from the previous stop
About 210 min here
About this spot
Held along the shopping streets near Yufuin Station for two days (August 15-16, 2026), this town-wide summer festival celebrates the entire Yufuin Basin. Lanterns illuminate the streets as bon odori circles spread through town, watched over by Mt. Yufu—creating a warmth distinct from the resort bustle, rooted in authentic local tradition. Tourists and locals alike join the dance circles, making it an unforgettable moment in any Yufuin visit.
Season & hours
Name: ゆふいん盆地まつり
Date & time: 8/15 (Sat)–8/16 (Sun) Time TBA
Venue: 由布市湯布院町・由布院駅周辺商店街通りなど
Tips
Crowds increase after nightfall; watch children closely. Basin evenings cool significantly—bring light outerwear.
Best time to visit
From 5:00 PM onward. Peak festivity occurs after dusk when lanterns are lit, especially from 6:00 PM.
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Access & map
Oita Prefecture, Yufu City Yufuin-Cho - Yufuin Station Vicinity Shopping Streets area
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2026 Yufuin Basin Festival: A Full Day Experience
Oita
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