Yuda Onsen Sightseeing Map | Recommended spots and gourmet food for families with children

Yuda Onsen
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Yuda Onsen teeth, Yamaguchi It is in, A natural hot spring that is said to have been discovered by a white fox .

It is a popular hot spring area not only because of its attractive spring quality but also because it is easily accessible by train.
This time, Attractive spots and gourmet food in Yuda Onsen recommended for families with children Special feature!

It's a plan that the whole family can enjoy without even the kids getting bored, so be sure to check it out!

What is Yuda Onsen?

Yuda Onsen Station

Yuda Onsen teeth, A natural hot spring that gushes out 2,000 tons of hot water every day . Comfortable with the skin Alkaline simple hot spring in," Beautiful skin hot spring ” is also called.

It has a long history and is said to have existed for over 800 years. The origin of hot springs dates back to a long time ago, in a small pond in the precincts of a temple in Yuda. It is said that an injured white fox came every night to heal the wound on his leg. .
Curious, the temple priest dug into the bottom of the pond and found hot springs gushing out. There is a legend that remains.

For this reason, the white fox is seen as a guardian deity of Yuda Onsen, and white fox motifs are placed all over the town, such as mailboxes and stone monuments.
While strolling, Search for white foxes all over the city It's also fun you know!

Yuda Onsen Tourist Spot 1|SL Yamaguchi

SL Yamaguchi

" SL Yamaguchi ” means Special rapid train on the Yamaguchi Line running between JR Shin-Yamaguchi Station and JR Tsuwano Station is.

SL (steam locomotives) were imported from England and were used as a means of transportation during the Meiji era, but they were gradually phased out nationwide in the 1960s. The Yamaguchi Line's SL was also abolished in 1973 (Showa 48). However, many SL fans and local municipalities expressed their wish for its revival, and it was revived in 1979 (Showa 54), where it continues to this day.

The solid black body of the car is so cool that you'll want to take a photo of it! Inside the car retro atmosphere You can feel as if you have traveled back in time. . It's sure to be a great memory of your trip, especially for kids who love trains!

The current SL Yamaguchi is It takes about 2 hours to run 62.9km from Shin-Yamaguchi Station to Tsuwano Station. . Operating days and numbers are limited So, if you want to ride, please check the information in advance!

SL Yamaguchi
*Travels between Shin-Yamaguchi and Tsuwano, including Yuda Onsen.

Yuda Onsen Tourist Spot 2|Nakahara Chuya Memorial Museum

Nakahara Chuya Memorial Museum, a tourist spot in Yuda Onsen

" Nakahara Chuya Memorial Museum ” means A memorial hall built on the site of the birthplace of poet Chuya Nakahara is.

Chuya Nakahara was born in Yuda Onsen in 1907 (Meiji 40) and left many achievements in the history of literature. The work has also been adopted as a Japanese language textbook. For this reason, it is loved by many people even today.

It is located about a 10-minute walk from JR Yuda Onsen Station. Inside the building, Memorabilia such as his handwritten posthumous notes and his favorite desk are on display. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, special exhibitions are also held irregularly!

To commemorate your visit to Yuda Onsen, why not visit the birthplace of the poet?

Nakahara Chuya Memorial Museum
1-11-21 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Yuda Onsen Tourist Spot 3|Fox Footprints

" fox footprints "teeth, A spot with the latest information on Yuda Onsen .
The facilities include Yuda Onsen through things to see, eat, and buy. Yamaguchi You can learn about the history and charm of!

Among these, we recommend: 3 indoor and outdoor footbaths !
You can feel warm and relaxed in each space with a different theme.
At the attached cafe, Cute sweets and drinks with fox motifs It's also perfect for children, as it's on sale.

A sake tasting set where you can taste and compare Yamaguchi's local sake. Parents and moms who love alcohol can also enjoy it!
Please enjoy the cafe menu while soaking in the footbath!

fox footprints
2-1-3 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Yuda Onsen Sightseeing/Gourmet Spot 4 | Choshuya Yuda Branch

Yamaguchi specialty, Choshuya's "Kawara Soba"

" Choshuya Yuda store "teeth, An izakaya in Yuda Onsen where you can enjoy local Yamaguchi cuisine to the fullest is.

About 10 minutes walk from JR Yuda Onsen Station It is located on a street lined with many inns. It's a popular store that often has long lines on holidays such as Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

The specialty is grilled on hot tiles instead of on a griddle. Kawara soba ”!
Kawara Soba, a specialty of Yamaguchi, is made by dipping ingredients such as flavorful tea soba and kinshi tamago into a soup. You can change the taste by adding the lemon and grated maple toppings, making this a dish you can enjoy twice! The texture of the fried noodles is also addictive.

In addition, local companies held “Yamaguchi Gourmet Collection” overall winner “ Hyakushoan's salted fried chicken ” is also recommended is!

If you want to taste Yamaguchi's specialties all at once, please come and visit us.

Choshuya Yuda store
4-1-7 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Yuda Onsen Sightseeing and Gourmet Spots 5 | Matsuda Shoeido

" Matsuda Shoeido "teeth, A long-established Japanese confectionery shop founded in 1942 (Showa 17) is. It is about a 2-minute walk from "Fox Footprints" and adjacent to the Nakahara Chuya Memorial Museum.

The store's specialty is `` Namauiro ”. It is made fresh every day from early morning and is available at the store. Quantities are limited, and this item is so popular that it sells out by the evening.

Not only does it have a chewy texture, but it also has a unique flavor. ! There are also the standard ``Koshian'' and ``Ogura'', but `` Rum raisin "and" Summer mandarin oranges ” is a must-try dish. ``Rum Raisin'' has a slightly more mature taste with a strong rum scent. ``Natsumikan'' has a refreshing taste that contains summermandarin peel, a specialty of Hagi, and is recommended for children!

In addition to Ikuuro, Colorful and cute konpeito (konpeito) The motif is Sesshu's ink painting "Landscape Nagamaki" black sesame candy " Sansuika There are also.

Please come and enjoy the Yuda Onsen specialties that can only be tasted here!

Matsuda Shoeido
1-11-29 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Yuda Onsen Sightseeing/Gourmet Spot 6|Pero

" gelato & coffee Pelo "teeth, Handmade gelato specialty store is.

Most of the ingredients used in gelato are Made in Yamaguchi . We use fresh vegetables and fruits according to the season. Always 6-10 types There are so many flavors to choose from, and many of them are seasonal, so you can enjoy a different menu depending on the time of year you visit. Yo.

" boiled milk ” is very popular with both children and adults for its rich milky taste! " salted caramel nuts ' is a sweet and salty flavor that you won't be able to stop eating.

It's a popular restaurant with limited seating, so if you want to choose a flavor or eat inside, we recommend getting there early!
In front of the store Vending machine where you can buy gelato You can buy some at the inn and take it home, or you can eat it while soaking in the footbath.

pero
1-7-26 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Yuda Onsen tourist map

Enjoy Yuda Onsen sightseeing!

Fox figurine in the streets of Yuda Onsen

Enjoy a very satisfying sightseeing experience with the elegant townscape, hot springs that are gentle on the skin, and delicious gourmet food. Yamaguchi/Yuda Onsen .

There are many spots that everyone from children to adults can enjoy, so be sure to visit!

*The contents of this article are current as of January 2024.

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