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Former Yukawa Residence

Former Yukawa Residence

A well-preserved samurai residence of a high-ranking retainer of the Hagi Domain, characterized by its traditional architecture and a unique water system. The "Hatoba" (water-drawing spot) that takes water from the river into the residence to be used in the kitchen and garden is a masterpiece of wisdom for living with water. The refined garden and the dignified rooms where the samurai of the time spent their days exude an atmosphere where history quietly breathes. Touching the sophisticated lifestyle and aesthetic sense of the Edo period while looking at the quietly flowing water provides a special experience that makes you...

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Hagi Castle Ruins

Hagi Castle Ruins

The site where Hagi Castle, once the center of the Hagi Domain, stood, designated as a National Historic Site and part of a World Heritage Site. Although the castle tower no longer exists, grand stone walls and moats still remain, allowing you to reflect on the era when samurai lived. The castle ruins are maintained as Shizuki Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves. The dignified appearance of the stone walls in harmony with nature has a profound beauty, and strolling through the vast precincts is a...

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Kikugahama Beach

Kikugahama Beach

A beautiful white sand beach extending to the north of Hagi Castle ruins, famous as a leading scenic spot in Hagi. The contrast between the white sand, green pines, and the blue Sea of Japan is beautiful, and from the beach, you can look out over the nearby islands such as Mishima and the setting sun coloring the horizon. It is also selected as one of Japan's "Top 100 Sunset Spots" and "Top 100 Bathing Beaches," being crowded with many people during the summer swimming season. The scenery where the historical castle ruins and the vast sea merge has a...

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Tokoji Temple

A historic Zen temple of the Obaku school located in Hagi City, serving as the family temple for the Mori lords of the Hagi Domain. Within the precincts characterized by continental-style architecture like the "Sanmon" gate and "Main Hall," there is a cemetery where over 500 stone lanterns are lined up, creating an overwhelmingly solemn and fantastical atmosphere. The sight of these stone lanterns standing quietly in the forest tells of the former glory of the Hagi Domain and deep faith. Especially during the Obon period, a "lantern lighting" event is held, transforming the area into a world of light....

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Mishima Island

A solitary island floating in the Sea of Japan, about 45 kilometers north of Hagi City, known for being at the northernmost tip of Yamaguchi Prefecture and its rich natural environment. The island is famous for the "Mishima Cow," a natural monument and Japan's only purebred native cattle, and for the mysterious landscape of the "Mishima Stone Pillars" created by wave erosion. Since it is on the route of migratory birds, it is a paradise for bird watching, and the surrounding sea is also popular as a prominent fishing spot for big game fishing. In this remote island where a...

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Yamaguchi City

The prefectural capital located in the center of the prefecture, thriving as a center of politics and culture since the Ouchi clan modeled it after Kyoto during the Muromachi period, earning the nickname "Kyoto of the West." Historical heritages like the "Rurikoji Temple Five-Storied Pagoda," a national treasure, and the "Yuda Onsen" district with a history of 800 years are attractive. The cityscape, where historical townscapes and modern culture merge, has a unique elegance and is perfect for a leisurely stroll. Blessed with rich nature, you can enjoy seasonal landscapes and Yamaguchi's delicate food culture. It is a city where...

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Ube Gokoku Shrine

Ube Gokoku Shrine

Located on a small hill in Ube City, this shrine enshrines the spirits of those who died in the line of duty from the region. The precincts surrounded by rich greenery have a dignified air, providing a place for many citizens to offer quiet prayers and reflections on peace. Because it is on high ground, you can look out over the city of Ube, and the surrounding scenery changes beautifully with the seasons. It is also a base for supporting local traditional culture and events, playing an important role as a spiritual pillar of the community. Standing in the quiet...

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Zuisho-an

A quiet Zen temple of the Soto school located in Ube City, known for its beautiful "Rock Garden" and dignified atmosphere. The garden, where moss and white sand are harmoniously arranged, allows you to feel the beauty of Japanese space where nature and artificiality merge within the silence. It is a place where many people visit seeking peace of mind, and time spent facing the garden through the open wooden floor of the main hall is exceptional. While following the tradition of a historic temple, its appearance where the transition of the four seasons and Zen aesthetics are elegantly expressed...

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Fujigouchi Tea Plantation

Fujigouchi Tea Plantation

A vast tea plantation spreading across the hills of Ube City, known as a major tea-producing area in Yamaguchi Prefecture representing "Ono Tea." The landscape, where beautiful green tea ridges continue like waves toward the horizon, is spectacular and offers a refreshing sense of openness just by looking at it. The tea leaves grown with clear air and water are characterized by a deep flavor and rich aroma. In spring, you can see the vivid sprouts of new tea, and you can enjoy the "Original Japanese Landscape of Green" that changes its expression with the seasons. It is a hidden...

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Kawatana Onsen

Located in Shimonoseki City, this is a historic hot spring resort said to have been discovered by a Zen monk 800 years ago, following a legend of a "Blue Dragon." Known as a place loved by the drifting poet Santoka Taneda and the world-famous pianist Alfred Cortot, a calm and poetic atmosphere drifts through the area. The hot springs, with their gentle touch, effectively warm the body to its core and are highly rated as a "bath for longevity." A specialty of this area is "Kawara Soba," where tea soba and ingredients are placed on a heated roof tile; its...

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Kameyama Hachimangu Shrine

Kameyama Hachimangu Shrine

Located in Shimonoseki City, this is a historic shrine known as the "Guardian of the Kanmon Strait," enshrining Emperor Ojin and others. Known for having the world's largest granite torii gate, the sight of it standing against the backdrop of the sea and the Kanmon Bridge is grand. Inside the precincts, there are many spots associated with history, such as monuments related to the Taira clan and the world's largest pufferfish (fugu) statue. Since the Shimonoseki "Akama Shrine" and "Kamonwharf" are nearby, it is perfect for a stroll while feeling the sea breeze. It is a place widely loved by...

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Hofu City

Located in the central part of the prefecture facing the Seto Inland Sea, this is a city with deep connections to the Imperial Court and the Mori family, thriving as a center of history and culture since ancient times. It is home to "Hofu Tenmangu," Japan's first Tenmangu shrine, and the "Mori Residence and Museum," which tells of the former glory of the Choshu Domain, allowing you to enjoy a variety of historical architecture. The townscape, where traditional salt-making history and modern industrial power coexist, has a unique charm. Facing the calm sea and blessed with warm weather, you can...

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Abu Town

A town in the northern part of Yamaguchi Prefecture, rich in nature where the mountains and the sea are close, and primary industries such as agriculture and fishing are active. Facing the Sea of Japan, the "Michi-no-Eki Abu-cho" is famous as the birthplace of Japan's roadside stations (Michi-no-Eki), where you can taste fresh local seafood and "Mutsumi Beef." Also, the "Abu Volcano Group," including the strange rock "Meiwa," is a place where you can feel the wonders of Earth's history, and part of the coastline is designated as a Geopark. With warm hospitality and a nostalgic original Japanese landscape, it...

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Susa Bay

Located on the northern end of the prefecture facing the Sea of Japan, this is a scenic spot with a beautiful rias coastline and strange rocks. Especially the "Hornfels Cliffs," with their striking black and gray striped patterns, are grand natural art designated as a National Scenic Spot and Natural Monument. In the clear cobalt blue sea, islets of various shapes are scattered, and you can enjoy the dynamic scenery from various angles by sightseeing boat or from the observatory. The powerful landscape created by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan and volcanic activity from ancient times tells...

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Tsunoshima Island

Tsunoshima Island

Located in the northwestern part of Shimonoseki City, this island floats in the emerald green sea. The "Tsunoshima Bridge," which continues straight toward the blue horizon, is famous as one of Japan's top driving spots, and its overwhelming beauty has been used in many commercials and movies. After crossing the bridge, you will find a landscape where the white sand "Cobalt Blue Beach" and the historic "Tsunoshima Lighthouse" made of granite harmonize beautifully. Walking along the coast while feeling the sea breeze, looking at the setting sun coloring the sea, or enjoying fresh seafood, you can spend a moving time...

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Shimonoseki Fishing Park

Shimonoseki Fishing Park

A sea fishing park located at the western end of the Kanmon Strait, designed so that everyone from beginners to experts can enjoy fishing safely. Since it is a pier-style facility extending into the sea, you can target various fish throughout the seasons, such as horse mackerel, sea bream, and oval squid, even without a boat. Rental tackle and bait are also available, so you can stop by empty-handed, which is a great point. While feeling the dynamic tidal currents and sea breeze of the Kanmon Strait, the moment you catch a fish is exceptional. It is an ideal spot...

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Chofu Mori Residence Wind Chime Painting

Chofu Mori Residence Wind Chime Painting

At the "Chofu Mori Residence," a high-grade Japanese architecture once visited by Emperor Meiji, you can experience "Wind Chime Painting" during the summer. Painting your own patterns or messages on transparent glass wind chimes while looking at the beautiful Japanese garden is a quiet, creative time unique to a historic residence. The cool sound of the completed wind chimes will bring a moment of respite to the Japanese summer. Walking through the dignified rooms and corridors of the Mori family, a branch of the Choshu Domain, and leaving your own colors there will become an elegant memory that overlaps history...

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Tabuse Regional Exchange Center

Tabuse Regional Exchange Center

Located in Tabuse Town, this is a lively exchange facility full of fresh local ingredients. Freshly harvested vegetables, fruits, and marine products from the local area are lined up at reasonable prices, attracting many people from inside and outside the prefecture. Especially the processed products such as handmade bento, side dishes, and rice cakes made with Tabuse's rich produce are popular for their gentle, hometown flavors. The building is spacious and barrier-free, so everyone from children to the elderly can enjoy shopping comfortably. Touching the bounties of nature and the warm smiles of the local people will make you feel...

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Hachigamine General Park

Hachigamine General Park

A comprehensive leisure park boasting vast grounds located in Waki Town. Here, there is one of Yamaguchi Prefecture's largest rose gardens where about 3,500 roses of about 140 varieties bloom, enveloped in elegant scents and colors in spring and autumn. Also, it's packed with attractions for children and adults to enjoy all day, such as a 255-meter long roller slide, the "Dinosaur Forest" with scattered dinosaur models, a Ferris wheel, and a mini SL train. Activities are integrated within rich nature, making it the best place for families to spend their holidays. There are also facilities selling local specialties, making...

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Hanaguri Coast Marine Promenade

Hanaguri Coast Marine Promenade

A unique promenade of about 450 meters stretching over the sea at Kasado Island in Kudamatsu City. While walking over the exceptionally transparent Seto Inland Sea, you can hear the sound of the waves up close and feel the pleasant sea breeze. From the promenade, you can observe the "Hanaguri-iwa" rock, a strange rock with a hole opened by wave erosion, up close, and enjoy walking by the sea while admiring natural formative beauty. Especially at dusk, the sea surface is dyed orange, enveloping the area in a very romantic atmosphere. In summer, it's crowded with families enjoying swimming at...

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Hinoyama Park (Cherry Blossoms)

Hinoyama Park (Cherry Blossoms)

A park spreading across the summit of Mt. Hinoyama at an altitude of 268 meters in Shimonoseki City. From here, you can enjoy an overwhelming panorama overlooking the Kanmon Strait, Kanmon Bridge, and as far as Kyushu on the opposite shore. Especially in spring, cherry blossoms and azaleas bloom brilliantly as if coloring the entire mountain, and the contrast between the blue sea and sky and the vivid flowers is breathtakingly beautiful. You can reach the summit by ropeway, enjoying the spectacular view while taking a walk in the sky. At night, you can enjoy the city lights referred to...

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Ichinosakagawa River (Cherry Blossoms)

Ichinosakagawa River (Cherry Blossoms)

The "Ichinosaka River" flowing through the center of Yamaguchi City is a walking path where the Ouchi clan once built the city to resemble Kyoto's Kamo River, and atmospheric landscapes still remain today. In spring, about 200 cherry trees bloom on both banks, allowing you to walk under a tunnel of cherry blossoms extending their branches to the water surface. Illumination is held at night, and the fantastical sight of night cherry blossoms reflected on the river surface fascinates visitors. Additionally, in early summer, "Genji-botaru" fireflies, designated as a National Natural Monument, dance, and you can enjoy the ephemeral competition...

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Sorinji Temple

Sorinji Temple in Ube City is a historic temple said to have been founded in 777, known for its beautiful "Ryushintei" garden that retains the Muromachi-period style. Considered one of Yamaguchi Prefecture's oldest gardens, the space created by powerful stone arrangements using the background mountains as borrowed landscape and the quietly flowing pond exudes a style concentrating Zen aesthetics. Especially during the autumn leaf season, colorful trees decorate the old garden, enveloping it in a sacred atmosphere suitable for self-reflection in silence. By touching the traditional Japanese garden art and the quiet presence of the temple where a long history...

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Ichinomata Sakura Park

Ichinomata Sakura Park

Ichinomata Cherry Blossom Park in the mountains of Shimonoseki City is a "hidden spectacular view spot" known for its fantastical landscape woven by submerged dead trees, clear water surfaces, and cherry blossoms blooming in spring. Cherry trees line the shores of the dam lake, and on clear, windless days, the cherry blossoms and dead trees reflect upside down in the mirror-like water, creating a mysterious scene as if from a fantasy movie. Since it is still not very well-known, it's a perfect location for those who want to quietly face nature and enjoy photography. Away from the city hustle, you...

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