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Yamaguchi

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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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Top tours near Yamaguchi

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Popular things to do in Yamaguchi

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Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
Rurikoji Temple
4.1
Duration: 1 hour
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Onsen Resorts
3.4
Duration: 1 hour
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Kozan Park
4.2
Duration: 1 hour

Side trips from Yamaguchi

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Itsukushima Shrine
Hatsukaichi
4.7
Duration: 4 hours
Miyajima
Hatsukaichi
4.8
Duration: 6 hours
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Akiyoshido
Mine
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Mt. Misen
Miyajima
4.7
Duration: 1 hour

Hidden gems in Yamaguchi

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Yamaguchi Xavier Memorial Church
3.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Chomonkyo Gorge
4.3
Duration: 1 hour
Ichinosaka River Cherry Blossoms
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Saikotei
4.4
Duration: 1 hour

Historic Sites in Yamaguchi

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Ryuzoji Temple
4.3
Duration: 1 hour
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Toshunji Temple
3.8
Duration: 1 hour
Yamaguchi Daijingu
4.2
Duration: 30 minutes
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Tokusahachimangu
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Yamaguchi

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Chuya Nakahara Memorial Museum
3.9
Duration: 1 hour
Yamaguchi Prefecture Government Museum
4.0
Duration: 1 hour
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Yamaguchi Prefectural Art Museum
3.7
Duration: 1 hour
Yamaguchi Museum
3.0
Duration: 1 hour

Parks in Yamaguchi

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Jyoei Temple Sesshu Garden
3.7
Duration: 1 hour
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Inoue Park
3.2
Duration: 1 hour
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Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park
2.6
Duration: 4 hours
Shinyamaguchi Station North And South Passage
2.3
Duration: 30 minutes
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