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“Top 30 Places to Visit in Yamaguchi, Japan: Stunning Scenery & Rich History from Tsunoshima to Akiyoshidai and Hagi”

“Top 30 Places to Visit in Yamaguchi, Japan: Stunning Scenery & Rich History from Tsunoshima to Akiyoshidai and Hagi”

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Category: 歴史｜町並み｜絶景
Area: Yamaguchi

Explore the Best of Yamaguchi: Top-Ranked Attractions by Area
Yamaguchi Prefecture is filled with must-see destinations that blend history, nature, and local cuisine. From the iconic Tsunoshima Bridge and the breathtaking Akiyoshido Cave to the historic castle town of Hagi, this guide highlights the region’s most popular spots—ranked by area to help you plan the perfect trip.

Akiyoshido, one of Japan's three largest limestone caves, located in Yamaguchi Prefecture
Akiyoshido, one of the three largest limestone caves in Japan, located in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
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Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau.
Akiyoshidai is one of the largest karst plateaus in Japan. Its unique landscape of limestone rocks resembling flocks of sheep and the magnificent underground limestone cave "Akiyoshido" are its attrac
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Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge extending over the blue sea
The Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge, which connects Tsunoshima Island and the mainland of Yamaguchi Prefecture, is an impressive 1,780-meter-long bridge with stunning views.
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Kintaikyo of Iwakuni
Kintai Bridge is a wooden arch bridge with a unique structure consisting of five consecutive arched bridges that span the Nishiki River that flows through Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The first
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The beautiful A-ranked Tsunoshima Lighthouse with an elegant appearance
Located on the tip of Tsunoshima Island in Yamaguchi Prefecture, this A-rank lighthouse has high historical and cultural value and has been selected as one of Japan's 50 best lighthouses.
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Kikuya Yokochō in Hagi Town.
Kikuya Yokocho is an alleyway filled with atmosphere, lined with white walls and earthen walls. Located in the heart of Hagi Castle Town, it is the perfect base for strolling around in a kimono, takin
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Rurikoji the five-story pagoda shine
Rurikoji Temple in Yamaguchi City is a Soto Zen temple whose symbol is its five-story pagoda, a national treasure. This beautiful tower, built during the Muromachi period, conveys Japanese history and
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Shoin Shrine and Shouka Sonjuku
Hagi's Shoin Shrine is home to the Shoka Sonjuku, a World Heritage Site. It is popular for praying for success and collecting temple seals, and is a classic historical tourist spot where you can enjoy
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Prairie spread on a hill Senjojiki
Senjojiki, located in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is a grassland that spreads across a plateau at an altitude of 333m, and is attractive for its spectacular view of the Sea of Japan below. Yo
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The oldest of Hofu Tenmangu Shrine in Japan three Tenmangu Shrine
Hofu Tenmangu Shrine in Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture is one of the three Tenmangu Shrines in Japan that enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning. Founded in 904, it boasts the longest h
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Yamaguchi Prefecture standard famous store! Irori bandits
This is a famous Yamaguchi specialty restaurant. There are three shops, Bandit, Kamado, and Tori-an.
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Historical stage! Hinoyama Park of superb view
Mountain park of the fire is a park located on the summit in the Kanmon Strait. You can overlooking the wonderful views of there is a Observation Deck Kanmon Strait.
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Motonomi Inari Shrine and Tsukoryu Gongen's Tidal Blowhole
The Motonomi Inari Shrine, with its impressive array of countless red torii gates, and the nearby Tsukoryu Gongen's tidal blowhole are both located in Yamaguchi Prefecture and are known as some of the
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SL Yamaguchi
This is a temporary SL rapid train that runs one round trip on weekends. The atmosphere is good, but the smell of coal smoke is impressive.
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Sumiyoshi Shrine in Shimonoseki
This is the Ichinomiya shrine of Nagato Province, located in Shimonoseki City. It is one of the three major Sumiyoshi shrines in Japan, along with Sumiyoshi Shrine in Osaka and Hakata. The main hall w
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The Beppu Benten Pond is famous for its cobalt blue color
Beppu Benten Pond is a spring-fed pond with the characteristic cobalt blue color of karst formations, which becomes even more stunning in the sunlight. The water is crystal clear and creates a mystica
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The Safari Land of Akiyoshidai Nature and Animal Park
You can enter the park with a safari bus or by your own car.
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Observation of a large panorama of Mt. Ohira in Hofu City
Located in Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the 631m summit offers a spectacular view. You can enjoy a breathtaking view of the many islands in the Seto Inland Sea, Hofu city, and even Shikoku in the
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Nagato Yumoto Onsen
It is a hot spring town in Nagato, Yamaguchi with a history as a therapeutic hot spring resort.
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The Alps of the Sea, Aoshima
The coast of Aoshima Island, also known as the "Alps of the Sea," boasts a scenic view of blue sea and bizarrely shaped rock pillars.
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Yuda Onsen in downtown Yamaguchi
It is a hot spring town in the city of Yamaguchi. Next to Yamaguchi Station is Yuda Onsen Station.
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Kanmon Bridge and Kanmon Pedestrian Tunnel
The Kanmon Pedestrian Tunnel is an impressive 780-meter-long walkway located 55 meters below the Kanmon Strait, right beneath the Kanmon Bridge. It is a stunning straight-line tunnel dedicated exclusi
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Susa Hornfels Fault
Susa Hornfels, located in Susa Bay in the northeastern part of Hagi City, is a beautiful striped fault.
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Mohri Garden
Located in Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, this is the main residence of the Mori clan, former feudal lords of the Choshu domain, and its vast pond-style garden. You can feel the beauty of the season
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Joeiji Sesshu garden
Located in Yamaguchi City, this garden is a nationally designated historic site and scenic spot said to have been created by the Muromachi period Buddhist painter-monk Sesshu. Experience the world of
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Chofu Mori Residence and Chofu Castle Town
The Chofu Mori Residence is the residence of the Mori family, former feudal lords, and was completed in 1903.
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Higashi-Ushirobata Rice Terraces
The Higashi-Gohata Rice Terraces are famous for their impressive appearance at dusk, with the surface of the terraced paddies reflecting the setting sun against the backdrop of the Sea of Japan. They
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Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Museum
The Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Museum is a museum dedicated to Mitsuo Kinoshita, a poet who was active in the Taisho and early Showa periods and known for his children's poems.
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The Ruins of Hagi Castle, built by Mori Terumoto.
It is a castle built by Motonari Mori after he was defeated in the Battle of Sekigahara.
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Tokoji Temple in Hagi
Tokoji Temple, located in Hagi City, is an ancient temple where the graves of the successive feudal lords of the Mori clan are located. The Chinese-style mountain gate, the magnificent main gate, and
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Shiimatou Road Station Hagi offers a wide variety of fresh fish!
"Michi-no-Eki Hagi Sea Mart" is a popular roadside station located on the Sea of Japan, with a wide selection of fresh seafood and local specialties. It also has a wide range of dining options, and
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