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Yamaguchi

3.3
Landmarks · Sacred & Religious Sites · Onsen Resorts
Kyoto of the West
Located at the center of Yamaguchi Prefecture, the regional capital of Yamaguchi is renowned for its temples and shrines. This ancient city was built by the Ouchi family in the 14th century to replicate Kyoto, and has therefore picked up the nickname "Kyoto of the West." Attractions in Yamaguchi include visits to famous cultural, religious, and historic attractions, such as the five-story pagoda and Roman Catholic cathedral. Other draws to the city include its museums, parks, and architecture. Add Yamaguchi and other Japan destinations to your travel plans using our Japan road trip planner.
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    Popular things to do in Yamaguchi

    Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda
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    Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda
    4.6
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    Rurikoji Temple
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    Hidden gems in Yamaguchi

    Yamaguchi Xavier Memorial Church ©
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    3.4
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Chomonkyo Gorge
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    Jyoei Temple Sesshu Garden ©
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    3.7
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    Side trips from Yamaguchi

    Itsukushima Shrine ©
    World heritage site
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    Hatsukaichi
    4.7
    Duration: 4 hours
    Akiyoshido ©
    Cave
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    Mine
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    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Mt. Misen ©
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    Daishoin Temple ©
    Religious Site
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    4.6
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    Museums in Yamaguchi

    Chuya Nakahara Memorial Museum ©
    History Museum
    Chuya Nakahara Memorial Museum
    3.9
    Duration: 1 hour
    Yamaguchi Prefecture Government Museum
    Specialty Museum
    Yamaguchi Prefecture Government Museum
    4.1
    Duration: 1 hour
    Yamaguchi Prefectural Art Museum ©
    Art Museum
    Yamaguchi Prefectural Art Museum
    3.6
    Duration: 1 hour
    Yamaguchi Museum
    Specialty Museum
    Yamaguchi Museum
    3.0
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    Historic Sites in Yamaguchi

    Ryuzoji Temple ©
    Religious Site
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    4.2
    Duration: 1 hour
    Toshunji Temple ©
    Religious Site
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    3.8
    Duration: 1 hour
    Tokusahachimangu ©
    Historic Site
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    4.1
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Yamaguchi Daijingu
    Religious Site
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    4.0
    Duration: 30 minutes

    Parks in Yamaguchi

    Inoue Park ©
    Park
    Inoue Park
    3.2
    Duration: 1 hour
    Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park ©
    Park
    Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park
    2.6
    Duration: 4 hours
    Kameyama Park ©
    Playground
    Kameyama Park
    3.3
    Duration: 1 hour
    Shinyamaguchi Station North And South Passage
    Park
    Shinyamaguchi Station North And South Passage
    2.3
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