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Yutoku Inari Shrine

This shrine is one of Japan’s great Inari shrines along with Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto and Kasama Inari Shrine in Ibaraki. In 1687, Hizen Kajima Domain's lord, Nabeshima Naotomo, was marrying Kazanin Manko-hime from Kyoto, when she requested the deity, Inari Okami, who the imperial court offered prayers to, to be imparted and this shrine was built.

Saga
Shrines & Temples

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You have to climb a flight of stairs to reach the main hall. When I visited, the stairs were decorated with lots of little wind chimes, which were adorable. Farther up, there’s a long row of red torii gates that creates a distinctly Japanese atmosphere. It’s a wonderful place to pray for good fortune, take photos, and appreciate the beauty of Japanese culture.

Unzen Jigoku (the Hells of Unzen)

Unzen Jigoku, a main highlight of the Unzen hot springs. The scenery of cloudy white steams with the smell of sulfur looks just like hell.

Nagasaki
Nature Spots

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Unzen Jigoku is filled with white steam and a strong sulfur smell, showcasing the powerful volcanic energy of nature. Walking along the trail, you can admire the steam vents and rocky scenery—it’s both impressive and fascinating. You can also try hot spring–cooked eggs. This natural attraction is well worth a visit.

Kinrin Lake

Kinrin Lake is one of many popular tourist spots in the hot springs town of Yufuin. The lake sits under Mt. Yufu and as such was called takemoto-no-ike (lit. “lake under the mountain”) for years. However, it was renamed to Kinrin, or “golden scales”, by Mori Kuso in 1884 when he saw the golden glimmering scales of fish as they swam at sunset.

Oita
Nature Spots

27 Jul 2026 See More

Kinrin Lake is beautiful, with crystal-clear water. I’ve visited in both summer and fall, and while the scenery was different, it was equally stunning. Sometimes the lake is blanketed in morning mist, creating a dreamy, almost otherworldly atmosphere. It’s a must-see in Yufuin and well worth exploring at a leisurely pace.