Beppu Luxury Nature Escape: Highland Walk Sky Bridge and Yufuin

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About this activity

Explore the stunning Kuju Highlands with a refreshing Nordic walk through the serene Tadewara Marshland, surrounded by nature's beauty. This tour includes a delightful premium Oita Wagyu beef lunch at the local Bebenko restaurant. Experience the thrill of walking across the Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi suspension bridge, offering incredible views. You'll then have two hours of free time to wander the picturesque town of Yufuin before being dropped off back at Beppu Station or your accommodation.

Private vehicle pick-up from Beppu Station or your accommodation
Nordic walk through Tadewara Marshland with beautiful scenery
Enjoy a premium Oita Wagyu beef meal at Bebenko restaurant
Explore Yufuin for two hours of free time after the bridge visit

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: NAHO Wellness Tour Guide

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Admission fee for the Kokonoe “Yume” Suspension Bridge
Included: Oita Wagyu Steak Lunch at the farmhouse restaurant Bebenko (menu substitutions available)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Doctor Fish foot spa experience fee

Itinerary

Sagiridai Shop

5 min

9:00 On the way, we will make a brief stop at Sagiridai Observatory, which offers a panoramic view of the Yufuin valley.
Chojabaru Visitor Center

2 hours

10:00 a.m. – Upon arrival at Chojabaru Plateau, you will receive a short lecture, followed by approximately two hours of Nordic walking and forest bathing.

The Chojabaru Plateau, located at an elevation of approximately 1,000 meters within Aso-Kuju National Park, boast one of the largest intermediate marshlands in Japan.

The area is home to a rich variety of wetland vegetation and serves as an important habitat for waterfowl, leading to its designation as a Ramsar Site in 2005.

After a brief lecture on Nordic walking, participants will take a guided stroll along the scenic trails of the Tadewara Marshland.

The tour concludes with a rejuvenating forest-bathing experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the healing power of nature.
Stop 3

one hour Admission included

12:00 p.m. – We will then visit the farmhouse restaurant Bebenko, where you will enjoy an Oita Wagyu steak lunch.

The meal cost is included in the tour price.

Alternative menu options are available upon request.

“Oita Wagyu” is a premium brand of beef selected exclusively from “Bungo Beef,” Oita Prefecture’s renowned Kuroge Wagyu cattle,

that meet the highest quality standards of Grade 4 or above. Inheriting the proud tradition of Bungo Beef,

Oita Wagyu is raised with meticulous care to ensure exceptional flavor and quality. It is distinguished by its fine marbling,

subtle sweetness, and refined, clean aftertaste.
Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi Bridge

one hour Admission included

1:00 p.m. – After lunch, we will head to the Kokonoe Yume Suspension Bridge for a sky walk experience.

At 390 meters in length, 173 meters in height, and 1.5 meters in width, this bridge holds the record as Japan’s highest pedestrian suspension bridge.
Stop 5

2 hours

3:00 p.m. – We will drop you off at Yufuin Station, where you will have approximately two hours of free time to explore the area.

Please disembark at Yufuin Station and enjoy some free time to explore at your leisure.

You may stroll along Yunotsubo Kaido Street, visit Lake Kinrin, and we will pick you up later at Yume Hiroba.
Stop 6

15 min Admission included

5:00 p.m. At the Yumehiroba Square meeting point, you can also experience a Doctor Fish foot spa.

Relax and soothe your tired feet with the gentle touch of the fish and the warmth of the hot spring water.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Staff members displaying the [NAHO] logo will be waiting at the pickup location.
Please disembark and be ready at least five minutes in advance.

Please wait in the terminal’s waiting area.

For passengers arriving by domestic ferry, please select this option.
Please disembark and be ready at least five minutes in advance.

A staff member holding a sign with the NAHO logo will be waiting for you.

For passengers arriving by international ferry, please select this option.
Please assemble in front of the “Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya” at Beppu Station no later than 5 minutes before departure.

A staff member holding a sign with the NAHO logo will be waiting for you.

End point

Staff members displaying the [NAHO] logo will be waiting at the pickup location.
Please disembark and be ready at least five minutes in advance.

Please wait in the terminal’s waiting area.

For passengers arriving by domestic ferry, please select this option.
Please disembark and be ready at least five minutes in advance.

A staff member holding a sign with the NAHO logo will be waiting for you.

For passengers arriving by international ferry, please select this option.
Please assemble in front of the “Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya” at Beppu Station no later than 5 minutes before departure.

A staff member holding a sign with the NAHO logo will be waiting for you.