Written by Jane Pipkin
Dreaming of the Cotswolds but in Japan? Yufuin Floral Village in Oita is the next best thing.
Affectionately known as the unofficial “Ghibli Town,” Yufuin Floral Village offers a whimsical cottagecore atmosphere featuring charming character-themed shops. You’ll come across the Moomins and Peter Rabbit, as well as Ghibli characters.
Pro tip: Enjoy a superfun day trip, with a jam-packed itinerary, including a stop at Yufuin Floral Village, on this tour.
Suggested Activity
Universal Studios Japan Tickets
If you want to get ahead of the game and run straight to the rides, getting your tickets through an authorized and international seller like Klook is the way to go.
How to get there
Yufuin Floral Village is a 15-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station. If arriving by car, the village is just 5 minutes from the Yufuin Interchange.
湯布院フローラルヴィレッジ
879-5102 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Fri; 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sat-Sun
Free
