is a within the city of Yufu, Ōita Prefecture, Japan. It was previously a town located in the now-dissolved Ōita District. Yufuin's elevation is approximately above ground.
As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 11,342 and density of . The total area was .
On October 1, 2005, Yufuin, along with the towns of Hasama and Shonai (all from Ōita District), were merged to create the city of Yufu. This controversial decision resulted in the recall of the mayor and a snap election in which he regained office.
See also Municipal mergers and dissolutions in Japan Mergers and dissolutions in Oita-ken
References
External links Yufu official website