Skip to content
Michi-no-Eki JournalMap
Illustrative image — not an on-site photograph

Hokkaido

Michi-no-Eki Kamiyubetsu Onsen Tulip no Yu

道の駅 かみゆうべつ温泉チューリップの湯

End a drive through the town of flowers at an easy pace with a hot spring bath and a meal.

Updated Michi-no-Eki JournalRead in Japanese

Illustrative image — not an on-site photograph

Location
Yubetsu Town, Monbetsu District
Road
Hokkaido Prefectural Route 712 (緑蔭中湧別停車場線)
Hours
10:00–22:00
Hours are approximate. From December through March, the onsen is open 11:00–21:00. Bath admission ends one hour before closing.
Parking
Cars: 414 / Large vehicles: 8
My stamp

Record this station in your journal

Records are saved in this browser. Visited stations receive a stamp and count towards your nationwide progress.

Nationwide progress
— / 1,238 stations
How to enjoy

Choose how to enjoy your visit

Eat, shop, play, take in the view or rest. Choose from the station’s strengths to suit your day.

First decide
Add a bath or stop at a meal break

As this is an onsen station, visits can vary greatly in length. For a short stop, use the restaurant and shop; with more time, add a bath.

For a meal
Yubetsu beef, scallops or thick-noodle salt udon

Lunch is approximately 11:00–14:00 and dinner 17:00–21:00. Between services, consider the shop; the light-meal corner is for bathers only.

In spring, add
Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park

During the fair, check crowds and flowering conditions at the park; the station works well as a rest stop.

On a rainy or windy day
Onsen, TOM and the Manga Museum

Shorten outdoor walks and spend time warming up indoors.

With children
Toilets, food, a bath and a brief railway visit

For small children, focus on the rest room and a meal rather than a long soak. Elementary-school children may also enjoy the railway materials and flower fields.

Illustrative image — not an on-site photograph
Michika’s roadside flower notes

Whether you saw flowers today or not, finish by unwinding in the onsen.

Michika Saegusa sees more here than an onsen near Tulip Park. Once in the parking area, first check the toilets, restaurant hours and bath admission time, then decide how long to stay. In spring, make the flower fields the focus; in winter or rain, turn to the onsen and TOM. Even a day when you only buy one thing from the shop can provide a welcome break on a long drive.

Highlights

Michi-no-Eki Kamiyubetsu Onsen Tulip no Yu is a rest stop in Yubetsu Town with a hot spring bath, restaurant, shop and toilets in one building. In spring it makes a useful stop before or after Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park. In other seasons, visitors can enjoy the sulfur-containing sodium bicarbonate hot spring, Yubetsu beef and scallops at Restaurant Churippu, and the neighboring TOM Cultural Center and Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum. On a long Okhotsk-region drive, you can choose a bath or keep the stop short with a meal and a look around the shop.

  • #Day-use onsen (hot spring bath)
  • #Town of tulips
  • #Restaurant Churippu
  • #Yubetsu beef
  • #Scallops
  • #TOM Cultural Center
  • #Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum
Why I like it

Reasons to stop here

01

A hot spring anchors this roadside station, making it a good final stop

Parking, toilets, a restaurant, a shop and bathing are all available on the same grounds. After a drive through the Okhotsk area, it is easy to warm up here in the evening before heading home.

02

Restaurant Churippu offers meat and seafood choices distinctive to Yubetsu

Local-ingredient options include a Yubetsu beef steak set, a grilled scallop set and thick-noodle salt udon. A set meal includes rice and side dishes. The restaurant has separate lunch and evening hours, so plan your arrival if a meal is the main reason for stopping.

03

The spring tulip park and the station’s onsen can play different roles

The May Tulip Fair centers on the park. On busy days, see the flowers there, then use the station for toilets, a meal and an unhurried bath.

04

Short nearby detours connect comics and railway history

TOM Cultural Center and the Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum are nearby, offering brief indoor and outdoor visits even on rainy or windy days. They can appeal to families with elementary-school children who want more than a bath, and to adults interested in railway remains.

Route idea

Ways to plan your stop

Spend your time at the station or add somewhere nearby. These ideas help you plan around your companions and the weather.

The return leg of a long drive

Finish an evening Okhotsk drive with a hot spring bath

On arrival, check the toilet and restaurant hours before deciding whether to bathe. Onsen hours are approximately 10:00–22:00 from April to November and 11:00–21:00 in winter, making an evening visit possible, but bath admission ends one hour before closing.

Parking -> toilets -> restaurant or shop -> onsen -> departure

October maintenance closure, New Year closure and winter hours can change; check official notices if bathing is your main purpose.

A May flower outing

On Tulip Fair days, pair the flowers with the onsen

The park opens at 8:00, with last admission approximately 17:30. On a busy day, see the flowers first, then return to the station for food or a bath so children and adults can recover before moving on.

Station toilets -> Tulip Park -> Restaurant Churippu -> onsen or shop

The fair is generally May 1–31, but flowering, traffic and entry conditions change each year.

Days without time for a bath

Get a taste of Yubetsu at lunch

At Restaurant Churippu, choose Yubetsu beef, scallops or thick-noodle salt udon as the focus of your meal. Afterwards, look for hot spring water ramen and tulip sweets in the shop to make even a short stop feel distinctive.

Parking -> restaurant -> shop -> brief look at TOM Cultural Center

Lunch service ends at 14:00, with last orders approximately 13:30. If arriving late, keep another food option in mind.

Families wanting a shorter outdoor outing

Pair TOM with railway remains on a rainy day

TOM Cultural Center is right by the station, with access to the Manga Museum, library and railway exhibits. In bad weather, pair the onsen with indoor exhibits; if the weather clears, make a brief visit to the outdoor displays at the Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum.

Station -> TOM Cultural Center -> Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum -> onsen

TOM has different opening hours and closing days from the onsen. Snow and wind affect comfort at the outdoor displays.

A break during a half-day drive

Stop before continuing toward Lake Saroma

If heading toward Michi-no-Eki Ai Land Yubetsu or Lake Saroma, use this station as an inland rest stop. Adding a bath makes it a longer, half-day detour; a meal and toilets let you continue promptly toward the lakeside.

Station -> restaurant or shop -> Ai Land Yubetsu -> Lake Saroma area

Coastal winds can be strong. Leave time for an indoor break when traveling with small children or older companions.

Hours

Opening hours

Onsen
Apr–Nov: approximately 10:00–22:00; Dec–Mar: approximately 11:00–21:00

Bath admission ends one hour before closing.

Restaurant Churippu
Approximately 11:00–14:00 and 17:00–21:00

Last orders are 30 minutes before each service ends. Takeout is approximately 11:00–19:00.

Shop
Apr–Nov: approximately 10:00–21:00; Dec–Mar: approximately 11:00–20:00

Check facility notices for changes in selection or hours.

Toilets
Inside the building, with other options after closing

The outdoor toilet is listed as closed in winter; also check conditions for using the TOM Cultural Center toilet.

Family

Visiting with children

Illustrative image — not an on-site photograph

Stars show the editorial recommendation for each age group on a five-point scale. Read the reasons alongside each rating.

Age 1 or younger
★★★☆☆

Works best for toilets, the rest room and a short meal.

An adult needs to help with bathing. Keep the meal and shop visit short rather than planning a long soak; allow extra time if bathing.

Ages 2–3
★★★☆☆

The flower fields can be fun, but crowds and tiredness can disrupt the day.

If adding Tulip Park, first decide where to stop for toilets and food. Children may feel sleepy after a bath, so allow an easier journey home.

Ages 4–6
★★★★☆

A bath, udon, flowers and railway exhibits can be linked in short visits.

The station is not centered on large play equipment, but pairing it with Tulip Park or the Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum can keep the outing varied.

Elementary-school children
★★★★☆

The flower town, onsen, manga and railway remains make several themes for one day.

Adding TOM or the station museum gives an educational detour even in poor weather. During the fair, check crowds and walking distances in advance.

Meal times

The restaurant has separate lunch and evening hours. Include the shop among options when children get hungry; the light-meal corner is for bathers only.

Bath plans

Bath admission ends one hour before closing. Winter closing is earlier, so check the time first for an evening visit.

Spring park visit

During the Tulip Fair, check admission fees, pet rules, flowering and crowds in the park’s own notices.

Rainy or windy days

Focus on the onsen and TOM; keep the outdoor railway displays and flower fields brief.

Event

Make an event part of your visit

Permanent spaces and dated events are listed separately. Events can change both the atmosphere and crowds; use the official links for details.

Checking event dates.

Spaces used for events

Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park

The annual May fair greatly changes the value of a visit. Use the station as a base for toilets, food and a bath.

Tulip no Yu

October maintenance closure, New Year closure and shorter winter hours affect visits. Check recent notices if you are coming to bathe.

TOM Cultural Center

With a Manga Museum, library and event hall, it is a possible detour on rainy or windy days.

Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum

See the former Naka-Yubetsu Station railway remains on a short visit. Outdoor exhibits are less comfortable in winter or rough weather.

Local feel

Reasons to return

Practical ideas and things to consider when spending time here.

Local bathers and tourists often use the onsen at the same time

Reported visitor patterns suggest that many people use this as a local bathhouse as well as a stop during sightseeing. In the evenings and on holidays, leave room to switch between bathing, the restaurant, the shop and TOM rather than counting on only a bath.

Source: Summary of official information and bathing reviews

The gap between lunch and dinner makes arrival time matter

Restaurant Churippu has separate lunch and evening services. If arriving around 14:00, switch to a break that includes the shop or light meals to keep plans flexible.

Source: Yubetsu Town: Restaurant Churippu

In spring, current park conditions shape the outing

May’s fair can feel very different depending on flowering, weather and crowds. Check the official flowering diary or live camera and treat the station’s onsen and food as a way to recover after the park.

Source: Yubetsu Tourism Association: Tulip Park

For families, switching activities matters more than large play equipment

The station itself centers on bathing and meals. For active play, continue to Tulip Park or Ai Land Yubetsu, and use the station for short, separate toilet, meal, bath and shop stops.

Source: Facility information and editorial assessment

Railway exhibits and manga offer a weather fallback

When a bath alone would make for a monotonous visit, add TOM Cultural Center or the Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum. Keep the outdoor exhibits brief in winter or strong winds; TOM offers more indoor time.

Source: Yubetsu Town: TOM Cultural Center and Furusatokan JRY

Sauna and family baths warrant checking rules and reservations

The sauna, open-air bath and private family bath also make this a bathing destination. The family bath requires advance booking, so check early if traveling with a young child or a companion who needs assistance.

Source: Yubetsu Town: roadside station information
Before your visit

Things to check before setting out

Opening and closure days, individual businesses and facilities for children or dogs can affect your plans.

  • Onsen hours are approximately 10:00–22:00 from April through November and 11:00–21:00 from December through March. Bath admission ends one hour before closing.
  • Closures are listed for January 1–2 and for maintenance in October. If coming to bathe, check the latest official information.
  • Restaurant Churippu is approximately 11:00–14:00 and 17:00–21:00. Last orders are approximately 13:30 for lunch and 20:30 for dinner.
  • After the building closes, notices direct visitors to the outdoor toilet beside the railway museum or the toilet in TOM Cultural Center’s bus waiting area. Check winter closure and use conditions.
  • During the Tulip Fair, admission fees, pet rules, flowering and parking crowds all affect a visit.
  • The private family bath requires advance booking. Ask the facility about its fee and available time.
  • If continuing toward Lake Saroma or Ai Land Yubetsu, check coastal wind and temperature and allow time to warm up at the onsen.
Food

Eating and shopping

Specialities, places to eat, sweets and bakeries can all give you a reason to stop. Check individual menus for current prices and availability.

  • Meal
    Yubetsu beef steak set meal
    Officially listed at approximately ¥1,530
  • Meal
    Grilled scallop set meal
    Officially listed at approximately ¥1,230
  • Meal
    Thick-noodle salt udon
    Officially listed at approximately ¥920
  • Shop item
    Hot spring water ramen
    Selection varies at the shop
  • Souvenir
    Tulip-based sweets
    Varies by season and stock
  • Direct sale
    Local delicacies and farm produce
    Varies with deliveries
Food mood

What would you like to eat?

A meal, a sweet treat, market shopping or something to take away: choose a focus for the day instead of trying everything at once.

Illustrative image — not an on-site photograph
Eat a full meal

Yubetsu beef steak set and grilled scallop set

Good for a station lunch or early dinner. Decide whether to eat before or after bathing to organize the visit.

Prices, availability and sellouts change; follow the menu at the restaurant.

Warm up with something light

Thick-noodle salt udon and the light-meal corner (for bathers only)

Useful if you want to avoid a heavy meal during a long drive or choose something easier to share with a child.

Buy something to take home

Hot spring water ramen, tulip sweets and local delicacies

Even without a bath, a circuit of the shop makes it easy to choose a Yubetsu souvenir. Look first at tulip sweets if you want to take home a reminder of the flower town.

If your timing slips

Shop, light meals and takeout

There is a break between the restaurant’s lunch and dinner services, so after 14:00 it is practical to plan on the shop or, if bathing, the light-meal corner instead.

Share with children

Udon, takeout and sweets from the shop

Children may get hungry at unpredictable times around a bath. Keep a small option from the shop in mind as well as the restaurant.

Access

Location and surroundings

Driving directions from your location
Open in your map appOpen in Google Maps
Illustrative image — not an on-site photograph

If the map does not load, open it in Google Maps

1
Roadside station
Michi-no-Eki Kamiyubetsu Onsen Tulip no Yu

End a drive through the town of flowers at an easy pace with a hot spring bath and a meal.

Open in Google Maps
2
Flower attraction
Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park

A vast tulip field that takes center stage in Yubetsu in May, a short drive from the station.

Open in Google Maps
3
Cultural facility
TOM Cultural Center and Manga Museum

An indoor option close to the onsen, with manga and a library.

Open in Google Maps
4
Railway exhibits
Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial Museum

A short detour to the remains of the former Naka-Yubetsu Station before or after the onsen.

Open in Google Maps
5
Roadside station and amusement park
Michi-no-Eki Ai Land Yubetsu and Family Ai Land YOU

Yubetsu’s other roadside station adds outdoor play for children on a drive toward Lake Saroma.

Open in Google Maps
Food outlets and the market on the station grounds share the station pin. Nearby places are separate destinations to combine with your visit.
Nearby

Places to visit nearby

Flower attraction
Kamiyubetsu Tulip ParkJapanese guide
Approximately 3.8 kmApproximately 6 minutes by car

A good fit for a May flower outing using the station as a base for toilets, food and a bath.

Cultural facility
TOM Cultural Center and Manga MuseumJapanese guide
Adjacent to the stationA very short walk

A good fit when a long outdoor walk is difficult and you want a short Manga Museum or library visit before or after bathing.

Railway exhibits
Naka-Yubetsu Station Memorial MuseumJapanese guide
Near the stationA very short walk

A good fit for a brief outdoor visit before or after bathing, or to show children the railway remains.

Roadside station and amusement park
Michi-no-Eki Ai Land Yubetsu and Family Ai Land YOUJapanese guide
Approximately 15 kmApproximately 20 minutes by car

A good fit when you have eaten at the onsen station and want to continue toward outdoor play or Lake Saroma on a fine day.

Park and campground
Gokayama Park CampgroundJapanese guide
Within the townBy car

A good fit for outdoor play or camping by day followed by the onsen and a meal on the way back.

Share

Send your travel companions a possible stop.

Share on XShare on LINE

Send a correction

Let us know if information on this page, such as hours or closing days, is incorrect. Our editors will review your message before updating the guide.

We use your submission only to review and improve our content and to reply about your message.

Updated 2026-09-28Explore the nationwide map →