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Beppu Benten Pond

Located in Mine City, this pond is characterized by an amazingly clear cobalt blue water surface and is selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Famous Waters. Spring water gushes from the bottom of the pond at a rate of 168 liters per second, and its transparency is so high that the swimming fish look as if they are floating in the air. There is a legend that "if you drink one cup, you live one year longer, and two cups for two years," and anyone can drink it. The pond is surrounded by a quiet forest, making it a...

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Susa Hornfels

One of the highlights of the Kita-Nagato Coast Quasi-National Park, this is a massive striped rock wall about 15 meters high towering toward the sea. Born from crustal movements tens of millions of years ago and the heat of magma, the geometric cliff where black mudstone and white sandstone overlap alternately is as powerful as witnessing a cross-section of a giant geological layer. The sight of the waves of the Sea of Japan crashing against it is full of dynamism, letting you directly feel the Earth's energy. You can enjoy the overwhelming graphic art drawn by nature while walking on...

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Hagi Reverberatory Furnace

The Hagi Reverberatory Furnace in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is an industrial remain from the end of the Edo period that attempted to cast iron cannons to strengthen coastal defense. It is part of the World Heritage site "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution." As one of the very few surviving reverberatory furnaces in Japan, it is a symbol of the passion of those who desperately tried to learn Western technology and achieved modernization through their own trials and errors. The sight of the brick towers, which look like heavy chimneys, standing side by side exudes a sense of dignity....

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Hagi Castle Town

Hagi is the city that nurtured the patriots who led the modernization of Japan from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji era. In the castle town area, earthen walls with white plaster and grid-like streets remain as they were back then, and it is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Birthplaces of Takayoshi Kido and Shinsaku Takasugi are dotted around, allowing you to observe the lifestyle of samurai of that era up close. Also, summer oranges peek their yellow fruits over the walls at street corners, adding soft color to the historical landscape. With many Hagi-yaki...

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Joeiji Temple Sesshu Garden

The garden of Joeiji Temple in Yamaguchi City is a nationally designated scenic spot and historic site, said to have been built by the master painter of the Muromachi period, Sesshu. Originally created as a garden for the Ouchi clan's villa, it features a sturdy yet deep spatial composition that skillfully incorporates the background mountains as borrowed landscape. Each arrangement of stones feels the strength unique to Sesshu, showing various expressions depending on the angle. The quiet time spent sitting on the porch of the main hall and gazing at the garden is a meditative experience that makes you completely...

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Kozanji Temple

Kozanji Temple, located in the Chofu castle town, is a prestigious temple with a Buddha hall (National Treasure) that conveys the architectural style of the Kamakura period. It is also known as the place where Shinsaku Takasugi, a hero of the late Edo period, raised an army that sparked the Meiji Restoration, making it a "sanctuary of change" for history fans. The grounds are enveloped in silence, and in autumn, spectacular colorful leaves decorate the old temple buildings. The fusion of dignified architectural beauty and the story that feels the heat of the moment when Japanese history moved greatly gives...

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Chofu Castle Town

Chofu in Shimonoseki City is an atmospheric castle town that has been a stage for history since ancient times. Samurai residences from the Edo period still remain, and walking through the old streets lined with earthen walls makes you feel as if you have slipped back in time to the Edo period. Dotted with spots like Kozanji Temple, which holds a national treasure, and the Chofu Mori Residence with its beautiful garden, you can quietly enjoy the depth of history. Recently, modern cafes and general stores renovating traditional buildings have increased, allowing you to enjoy a city walk that blends...

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Tsunoshima Bridge

This is a magnificent suspension bridge with a total length of 1,780 meters that stretches in a straight line through the emerald green sea. As a bridge that is free to cross, it is one of the longest in Japan and is world-famous as a filming location for car commercials and movies. The transparency of the sea on both sides of the bridge is surprisingly high, and on sunny days, you can enjoy a sense of openness like a tropical resort. From the observation spot on the mainland side, you can capture a panorama of the beautifully curved bridge and...

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Motonosumi Shrine

Set against the backdrop of the Sea of Japan, the sight of 123 red torii gates stretching along the cliffs is a breathtaking view that was selected by CNN as one of "Japan's 31 Most Beautiful Places." Passing through the tunnel of torii gates, you can see the "Ryugu no Shiofuki" (Dragon Palace Geyser) where waves hit the rock wall and spray water high into the air, making you feel the power of nature. Also, on the torii gate at the highest point, an offertory box is placed about 5 meters above the ground, and it is said that if...

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Michi-no-Eki Senza Kitchen

Located at the port of Nagato City, "Senza Kitchen" is a vibrant roadside station where rich local ingredients gather. Fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan, local vegetables, meat, and more are packed into the market, and the barbecue corner where you can grill and eat them on the spot is very popular with international tourists. You can also enjoy Nagato specialties like "Senzaki Kamaboko" (fish cake) and local craft beers. From the open terrace facing the sea, you can enjoy a panoramic view of beautiful Senzaki Bay and spend the best lunch time while feeling the sea breeze....

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Shoka Sonjuku Academy

This is a small, one-story wooden building located within the grounds of Shoin Shrine, yet it is a legendary private school that created the dawn of modern Japan. Under the guidance of Yoshida Shoin, it produced numerous leaders who would later move Japan, such as Hirobumi Ito and Shinsaku Takasugi. The building retains its original appearance and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The passion of young people with ambition, who engaged in heated discussions regardless of their social status, still seems to breathe within its quiet presence. It is the origin of Japan's modernization and a historical...

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Hagi Meirinkan Academy

This composite facility, which renovated Japan's largest wooden school building, allows you to learn about the history and science of Hagi. The beautiful architecture itself, built on the site of the former clan school "Meirinkan," is an exhibit, and just walking down the corridors envelops you in a nostalgic atmosphere. The facility is filled with exhibits on the history of education where the patriots of the end of the Edo period studied, as well as the industrial heritage registered as a World Heritage site that supported Hagi's advanced technological capabilities. In particular, the "World Heritage Visitor Center" clearly explains why...

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Akiyoshido Cave

This is one of Japan's largest limestone caves and is designated as a National Special Natural Monument. Upon entering the cave, a vast underground space extending about 1 kilometer opens up, leaving visitors overwhelmed by the natural art created over tens of thousands of years by the Earth. Lighting illuminates fantastical formations like the "Hyakumai-zara" (One Hundred Plates), which looks like over 500 plates are lined up, and the "Kogane-bashira" (Golden Pillar), which appears as a giant golden column, making it feel like a different world. The temperature is constant at around 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year, providing a...

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Kaiko-an

This is a quiet space attached to the main store of Honda-ya, a long-established shop famous for "Uirou" (steamed cake), a specialty of Yamaguchi City. Yamaguchi's uirou is unique because it uses bracken starch (warabiko) instead of rice flour, resulting in a distinctively jiggly texture and refined sweetness, allowing you to experience the depth of traditional Japanese confectionery. At Kaiko-an, you can slowly savor sweets crafted with the artisan's dedication in a calm atmosphere that evokes a sense of history. Beautiful seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) are also available, making it ideal for souvenir selection. It is a place for mature...

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Yamaguchi City Saikotei (Kimono Experience)

Founded in the Meiji period, Saikotei was a leading restaurant in Yamaguchi loved by many prominent figures of the Meiji era, such as Hirobumi Ito and Kaoru Inoue. Today, it is open to the public as a historical and cultural exchange facility. The collection of plaques (calligraphy signs) by famous people displayed in the 100-tatami banquet hall is an impressive collection that tells the history of modern Japan. The greatest attraction here is the "kimono experience." You can wear colorful kimonos in a space filled with historical emotion and go for a stroll in the beautiful Japanese garden or around...

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Rurikoji Temple

Rurikoji Temple in Yamaguchi City is a famous temple known for its "Five-Story Pagoda (National Treasure)," which is described as having the greatest beauty in Japan. Built in the Muromachi period, this pagoda is counted as one of the "Three Great Pagodas of Japan" alongside Horyuji in Nara and Daigoji in Kyoto. Its cypress bark roof and elegant curves harmonize perfectly with the surrounding nature. The appeal lies in the ability to enjoy pictorial panoramas throughout the four seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, deep greenery in summer, colorful leaves in autumn, and snowscapes in winter. At night, the pagoda is...

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Hofu Tenmangu Shrine

This was the first Tenjin shrine created in Japan and is one of the "Three Great Tenjin Shrines of Japan," alongside Kitano Tenmangu in Kyoto and Dazaifu Tenmangu in Fukuoka. It enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, and the beautiful vermilion-painted shrine building exudes an overwhelming presence. It is famous for the "Goshinko-sai" (Hadakabo Festival) in autumn, a brave festival where thousands of men carry a giant palanquin. Flowers of the four seasons bloom within the grounds, and the plum blossoms in early spring are particularly beautiful, gently welcoming visitors. By walking the historic approach and touching the...

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Honke Matsugane (Seal Engraving)

Located in the castle town of Iwakuni City, "Honke Matsugane" is a tourism exchange center utilizing a historic building from the Edo period. Here, you can enjoy a "tenkoku" (seal engraving) experience, touching the essence of Japanese culture. The experience of carving a stone stamp yourself to create the only original seal in the world is highly praised by international visitors as a special memento of their trip. The interior preserves the architectural beauty of the time, and information on local specialties and sake is also abundant. You can stop by between visits to Iwakuni Castle and Kintai Bridge to...

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Yamaguchi Prefecture

Located at the western tip of Honshu, Yamaguchi Prefecture is a treasure trove of breathtaking views surrounded by the sea on three sides. Photogenic landscapes such as the Tsunoshima Bridge stretching across the clear blue sea, the Motonosumi Shrine with its 123 red torii gates, and the mysterious Akiyoshido limestone cave are drawing attention from all over the world. The prefecture is steeped in deep history and culture, including Yamaguchi City, which once flourished as the "Kyoto of the West," and the castle town of Hagi, which strongly retains the atmosphere of the samurai era. Additionally, the gourmet food of...

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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

The Peace Memorial Museum, located within the Peace Memorial Park, conveys the reality of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, and continues to appeal for the abolition of nuclear weapons and eternal world peace. Displayed items like belongings of victims, photographs, models showing the devastation, and testimonies from survivors pose direct questions to the heart about the weight of each life lost, rather than just treating it as a historical figure. Many dignitaries and travelers from around the world visit to deeply learn about the horror of nuclear weapons and the preciousness of peace. While viewing...

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Abuto Kannon

Abuto Kannon (Bandai-ji Temple), standing on a sheer cliff at the tip of the Numakuma Peninsula in Fukuyama City, is a sacred site boasting some of the best views in the Seto Inland Sea. The sight of the vermilion Kannon hall standing on the rough rocks jutting into the sea is overwhelmingly powerful, and it has long been deeply worshipped as a guardian of maritime safety, fertility, and safe childbirth. From the hall's gallery, you can see the waves crashing below and a panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea islands spreading as far as the eye can see, providing...

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Shukkeien Garden

Shukkeien Garden, located in the center of Hiroshima City, is a famous historic site with over 400 years of history, built in 1620 as a villa for the Hiroshima daimyo, Asano Nagaakira. As a "chisen kaiyu" (stroll around a pond) style garden, it is said to express various scenic views in miniature ("shukkei"), featuring a central "Takuei-chi" pond and the elegant "Koko-kyo" bridge, perfectly arranged with mountains, rivers, and tea houses. Despite being in the city center, stepping inside envelops you in silence and traditional beauty. The seasonal changes of cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, foliage in autumn,...

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Sera Kogen Farm

Sera Kogen Farm, located in Sera Town, is one of Japan's largest floral paradises where vast hills are buried in seasonal flowers. In spring, hundreds of thousands of tulips bloom, in summer, a million sunflowers stand tall, and in autumn, vibrant dahlias spread, offering an overwhelming scale and beauty. The flower fields, meticulously designed, are picturesque from any angle, earning immense popularity among photo enthusiasts and social media users worldwide. You can also enjoy gourmet food and BBQs using local specialties within the farm, making it ideal for families and couples to spend a whole day leisurely. Being enveloped by...

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Hiba-Dogo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park

The "Hiba-Dogo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park," spanning Hiroshima, Shimane, and Tottori prefectures, is a vast park gathering dynamic natural beauty representing western Japan, such as the legendary Mt. Hiba, elegant Mt. Dogo, and the grand Taishakukyo Gorge. Pure beech forests spread across mountains at altitudes around 1,000 meters, where a mysterious atmosphere flows. Authentic outdoor activities like trekking, camping, and winter skiing can be enjoyed year-round. This area, filled with geological wonders like natural bridges and limestone caves, and a history of mountain worship, is truly a power spot overflowing with great nature's energy. For travelers seeking authentic wilderness and mysterious natural...

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