While in Yufuin, I made a special trip to Sagiridai Observatory to see the scenery! Located on the mountain road from Yufuin to Beppu, it's a popular viewpoint for seeing the Yufuin Basin and Mt. Yufu. Looking down from above, the view of Yufuin surrounded by mountains is very beautiful.
When the weather is clear, you can clearly see the majestic shape of Mt. Yufu, while the townscape of Yufuin lies quietly scattered throughout the valley in the distance. Mist sometimes appears between the mountains, especially in the morning or when the weather is cooler, which makes the name “Sagiridai” feel especially evocative.
This time, I wasn't in any particular rush. I just stopped to enjoy the mountain breeze, take photos, and admire the natural scenery in front of me. Compared with the lively Yunotsubo Kaido in Yufuin, this place feels quieter and more open.
