01. DEPARTING YUFUIN STATION
Proceed straight ahead along the main avenue from the station plaza.
ARCHITECTURAL COMPENDIUM · 61 VISUAL GUIDES
1839-1 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102
Welcome to Yufuin Rikyu. This residence directory accompanies you from the main avenue of Yufuin Station across the genkan threshold, offering clear photographic reference for climate panels, hot water heaters, culinary suites, and household customs.
Check-In / Out
15:00 / 11:00
Self check-in via keypad
Gate & Hallway Code
Shared for Main Gate & Hallway
Private Parking
Up to 3 Vehicles
Complimentary in forecourt
Quiet Hours
After 22:00
Courtyard & outdoor terrace
PART I · THRESHOLD & ORIENTATION
Route from Yufuin Station (Steps 01 to 09) and Keyless Entry & Genkan Threshold (Steps 10 to 15)
Walking: ~12 mins | Driving: ~4 mins | Free Parking: Up to 3 Cars
Proceed straight ahead along the main avenue from the station plaza.
Continue straight past the elementary school landmark.
Bear left at the intersection.
Turn left just past the corner signboard.
Continue straight along the quiet country lane.
Bear left at the two-way split in the road.
Follow the lane straight ahead toward the residence.
Arrival at the main entrance of Yufuin Rikyu.
The forecourt surrounding the main gate accommodates up to three vehicles.
An intercom and digital keypad are located beside the main gate.
To unlock the gate, press the activation button and enter the private access code. Press the button once more after entering to secure the lock.
The green indicator marks the guest entrance to the main hallway. The door marked in red leads to the owner's private residence.
Enter passcode 2345E, identical to the main entrance gate, to unlock the hallway door.
A footwear cabinet is located at the threshold of the hallway. Kindly remove outdoor shoes here.
Indoor slippers are prepared inside the cabinet for comfort throughout the residence.
PART II · PROGRESSIVE DISCLOSURE DIRECTORY
Select any chapter below to reveal high-resolution appliance photographs and translations.
Wall switches and power outlets are positioned throughout every room. Setting 1 illuminates the room at full brightness.
Independent air conditioning and underfloor heating panels are mounted on the bedroom wall.
A comprehensive operating guide for all climate panels is available via the online guest portal.
Detailed Japanese operating instructions are located inside the hinged cover of the floor-heating controller.
Lighting and climate interfaces in traditional rooms such as the Chashitsu vary slightly in layout.
Gently draw the side cords downward to adjust the wooden louvered blinds.
Use the dedicated blind remote to raise, lower, or tilt the window coverings from bed.
Three dedicated remotes are arranged for guest convenience, from right to left: Television, Motorized Bed, and Window Blinds.
Each bed is paired with an individual remote to customize reclining posture.
Use the television remote to operate the bedroom screen.
A curated selection of bath and bedtime amenities is arranged in the bedroom.
Wooden hangers and garment storage are provided inside the bedroom closet.
Extra duvets and pillows are stored on the upper shelf of the bedroom closet.
Extra traditional futon bedding is stored inside the Chashitsu closet.
Please switch on the wall-mounted water heater panel prior to running hot water in the shower or bath.
Warm water, botanical hand soap, and organic cotton towels are prepared at the washbasin.
Additional bathing essentials and toiletries are arranged beside the bathroom vanity sink.
Please ensure the main water heater panel is switched on prior to filling the bathtub.
On the bathtub, the left tap dispenses hot water and the right tap dispenses cold water to temper the bath.
Before stepping into the shower, please press the power button on the wall-mounted water heater panel.
Once the heater panel is active, turn the thermostat dial to the preferred water temperature.
Rotate the diverter lever downward for the lower faucet, or upward to engage the overhead shower.
Please refer to the wall-mounted diagram to operate the heated bidet functions.
Select either the full flush (大) or eco flush (小) on the control panel.
Additional rolls of bath tissue are stored in the adjacent cabinet.
The dining kitchen is fully appointed with an induction (IH) cooktop, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, and tableware.
The refrigerator remains continuously powered and ready for provisions and beverages.
The overhead extractor hood features multiple airflow settings; pressing the Delayed Off button will automatically shut the fan off after three minutes.
For safety, please do not operate the microwave while empty, and refrain from heating whole eggs in their shells, metal or aluminum foil, tightly sealed containers, or non-microwave-safe plastics.
The dishwasher is integrated directly beneath the induction cooktop. Additional plates, mugs, and cutlery are stored inside the surrounding cabinetry.
Sorted waste receptacles are located in the kitchen. Kindly separate recyclables (rinsed PET bottles, cans, glass) and burnable waste according to the posted guide.
The courtyard is equipped with outdoor lounging and dining facilities for unhurried gatherings. Kindly keep outdoor voices low after 22:00.
To ignite the outdoor grill, press the ignition trigger and rotate the control dial to regulate the flame.
Once the grill has cooled completely, loosen the securing knob and gently twist the empty gas canister to release it from the holder.
Spare gas canisters are stored inside the kitchen cupboard.
Fresh outdoor water taps are located in the courtyard for guest convenience.
Laundry detergent and fabric care supplies are housed in the cabinet beside the washer and dryer.
Place garments inside the drum and press Start (スタート) to begin an automatic wash cycle.
For delicate fabrics or custom cycles, select the preferred program on the panel prior to starting.
Confirm cycle settings and press Start.
Rotate the dial to set the desired drying duration, then press Start.
A fire extinguisher is stationed in the center of the main hallway for emergency use.
In the event of a fire, press the center button of the emergency alarm located immediately beside the hallway entrance.
The gate to the left of the residence leads to the owner's private quarters and is closed to guests.
The padlocked gate to the right is reserved for property maintenance; kindly leave it secured.
The utility closets immediately beside the main entrance house housekeeping equipment for staff use.
The doorway and elevator at the center of the hallway lead to the owner's private quarters and are not accessible to guests.
TECHNICAL TRANSLATIONS & DOWNLOADABLE PDF MANUALS
View the annotated hardware photographs directly below, open the interactive translation table, or download the PDF reference sheets.
Wall-mounted digital climate consoles regulate heating, cooling, dehumidification, and airflow across the bedroom and Chashitsu suites.
Full translation of the inner hinged cover on the Noritz underfloor heating panel mounted beside the climate console.
Operating reference for the induction cooktop, delayed-off extractor hood, integrated under-counter dishwasher, and microwave care.
Reference guide for the brushed-metal TOTO wall remote and upper dual-flush actuator.
ARCHITECTURAL RITUALS & VALLEY HARMONY
Kindly remove outdoor shoes at the genkan entrance threshold and store them inside the timber footwear cabinet. Prepared indoor slippers are worn throughout the residence, while dedicated restroom slippers remain strictly inside the lavatory.
Our sanctuary sits within a tranquil residential valley. When gathering in the central courtyard after 22:00, we graciously ask that outdoor conversation and audio remain hushed so the mountain night stays serene for all neighbors.
Prior to stepping into the shower or filling the bath, press the power switch on the Noritz wall-mounted water heater panel so the red active indicator illuminates. Pre-washing at the shower prior to soaking keeps the bath water pure.
Combustible Kitchen & Paper Items
Place general kitchen scraps, paper tissues, and non-recyclable wrappers into the designated burnable bin.
Remove Caps & Labels
Remove the plastic cap and outer film label, rinse the bottle lightly with water, and place in the PET receptacle.
Rinsed Metal Beverage Cans
Empty completely, rinse briefly at the sink, and place inside the metal can recycling container.
Rinsed Glass Containers
Remove metal or plastic caps, rinse the interior, and place gently inside the glass receptacle.
Prior to departing for Yufuin Station, kindly review these four brief steps to secure the residence.
For urgent technical support or emergency response in Oita Prefecture:
Villa Concierge Desk (08:00 to 21:00 (24h Emergency Line Available))
+81 (0)977-84-XXXX
concierge@yufuin-rikyu.jp
Fire & Ambulance
119
Police Dispatch
110