大分県由布市は、別名・豊後富士とも呼ばれる秀峰「由布岳」や神秘的な「由布川峡谷」、日本名水100選にも選定された「男池」など美しく雄大な自然に優しく包まれています。 また、由布市は全国屈指の湧出量、源泉数を誇る「由布院温泉」をはじめ、「湯平温泉」「塚原温泉」など数多くの温泉に恵まれており、自然環境やまちなみ、風土を含めた由布市全域が「湯布院温泉郷」として国民保養温泉地に認定されています。 Yufu City in Oita Prefecture is embraced by breathtaking nature, including Mt. Yufu—also known as “Bungo Fuji” for its elegant twin peaks—Yufugawa Gorge with its mystical atmosphere, and Oike Spring, selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Famous Waters. The city is home to some of Japan’s most renowned hot springs, such as Yufuin Onsen, Yunohira Onsen, and Tsukahara Onsen. The entire area of Yufu is designated as a National Hot Spring Health Resort, known collectively as Yufuin Onsenkyo, for its outstanding harmony of natural beauty, tranquil townscape, and rich local culture.