Mt. Yufu（由布岳, Yufudake）
| Elevation | 1584 m |
|---|---|
| Classification | 200 Famous Mountains of Japan |
| Location | Oita Pref. (大分県 由布市) |
| Coordinates | 33.28278, 131.39028 |
Highlights of Mt. Yufu
- Selected as one of the 200 Famous Mountains of Japan
- Elevation 1584 m
- Located in Oita Pref.
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About Mt. Yufu
Mount Yufu (由布岳, Yufudake) is a 1,583.3 m (5,195 ft) volcano located on the border of Yufu and Beppu, Ōita, Japan. It is located within Aso Kujū National Park.
Overview
Mount Yufu is a stratovolcano. Its most recent eruption about 2,200 years ago caused part of the mountain to collapse. Sometimes referred to as "Bungo Fuji," it has two peaks. The west peak (西峰, nishi-mine) is about one meter higher than the east peak (東峰, higashi-mine).
At the base of the mountain is Yufuin, a tourist town famous for its onsen. Some onsen baths in the town offer a view of Mount Yufu.
Route
The most popular route is from Yufu Tozanguchi Bus Stop of Kamenoi Bus. It takes two and half hours. There are other routes from Yufu City and Higashi Tozanguchi Bus Stop. From the summit, Beppu Bay, Yufuin, and the Kujū Mountain Range are visible. Both the east peak and west peak are climbable, with the west peak being considered more challenging than the east.
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