As mentioned earlier, the surrounding scenery is an important factor when choosing a hotel, and today's highlight is the special view available every morning in Yufuin: the sunrise at Tenzu Shrine and the morning light over Kinrin Lake.

To witness this remarkable sight in Yufuin, you must get up early; otherwise, you'll miss the magic moment of sunrise.

In November and December, the morning temperatures in Yufuin can drop to as low as 3 degrees Celsius, making it quite difficult to leave the warm blankets, especially since you’ll need to walk a bit to reach Kinrin Lake. At this time, the location of your hotel becomes crucial. Although the inns on either side of Kinrin Lake are away from the JR station and main streets, they provide shortcuts to the center of Kinrin Lake and Tenzu Shrine. Staying nearby means you won't have to endure the cold for too long.