Top Things to do in Yamaguchi Prefecture
Top Hotels in Yamaguchi Prefecture
- 1. Dormy Inn Premium Shimonoseki
- 2. Shimonosek Grand Hotel
- 3. Green Rich Hotel Yamaguchi Yuda-Onsen
- 4. Comfort Hotel Shin Yamaguchi
- 5. Hotel Wing International Shimonoseki
- 6. Hagi Royal Intelligent Hotel
- 7. Uzu House
- 8. Hotel Tokuyama Hills, Heiwadori
- 9. Toyoko Inn Shin-yamaguchi-eki Shinkansen-guchi
- 10. Hotel & Resort Sunshine Sazanseto
The 6 Best Things to do Adventurous in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Chugoku
Discover the best top things to do in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan including Akiyoshido, Kaikyokan, Tsunoshima Ohashi, Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory, Kanmon Tunnel for Humans (Shimonoseki Side), Motonosumi Shrine.
Restaurants in Yamaguchi Prefecture
1. Akiyoshido
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 546 reviews
Akiyoshidō cave , a special national treasure, is one of the largest limestone caves in the country. It is filled with geographically precious objects such as gigantic stalagmites, rimstones like terraced rice fields, and many others. The cave started forming a million years ago and you will be fascinated with the visible history of the earth. Enjoy it thoroughly by viewing and photographing. You will walk through the cave comfortably as the temperature stays 17 ℃ throughout a year. You can go directly up to the Akiyoshidai Plateau from the elevator located in the middle of the cave.
Reviewed By StefanS71 - Munich, Germany
this is a place where tourists from outside Japan pay much less entrance fee (700 Yen instead of 1200). Cool! The cave is very big and there area lot of different things to see. Our teenagers were fascinated. Amazing cave. Worth the visit. The interesting spots are illuminated, but it it still kind of dark in there. Wear good shoes, it is slippery. Parking is a bit away from cave entrance (you have to pass the usual shop mile). Takes over an hour for whole visit.
2. Kaikyokan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 306 reviews
"Life, sea and the life of the sea." Shimonoseki Aquarium "Umihibikikan", since the Shimonoseki of the holds have been deeply involved with the sea, has been a "life-sea and the life of the sea" to the main concept. Through the creatures of the ecology of the water, the beauty of nature and the human relationship each other and life, is intended to be Itadako a better understanding about the importance of nature conservation. Natural science, as the Aquarium of the 21st century to learn while experiencing the ocean culture, is the facility to be a base for inter-regional, multi-generation exchange.
3. Tsunoshima Ohashi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 849 reviews
Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan
If you see postcards or magazines of Yamaguchi, more then likely the Tsunoshima bridge will pop up. This bridge is absolutely incredible and the whole island is gorgeous. There is a large parking lot at the base of the bridge for photos and viewing the Sea. Mid way through the bridge is a small pull off area. The bridge is absolutely gorgeous with the turquoise waters. The island hosts many attractions including a lighthouse, shrines, beaches, and hiking. This place does get crowded during peak tourist seasons, so come prepared. If you are in Yamaguchi, this bridge and island are well worth a visit!
4. Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 305 reviews
Reviewed By Matanjapan - Jerusalem, Israel
Definitely go there if you are nearby, but I wouldn't go out of my way just to see this. This area has special Karst formations dotting the land, and it's unsual in Japanese standards.
5. Kanmon Tunnel for Humans (Shimonoseki Side)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 395 reviews
Reviewed By Appomattox1865
I just heard about this Tunnel a few days ago. I had an extra day to kill, so I decided to see it. From Kokura Station, I took the JR Kagoshima Line to the Mojiko Station Terminal. From there it was about 2 Kms on foot to the Tunnel entrance. An elevator brings you down and you can start walking to the Honshu side. I made 2 roundtrips.! At the midway point is the spot where You can literally put one foot on Kyushu and the other on Honshu! There are papers to be stamped at each end of the tunnel which you can present to the Tourist Info center at Mojiko Station to get your official crossing certificate. Nice!
6. Motonosumi Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 429 reviews
Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan
The Motonosumi Shrine is a popular attraction in Yamaguchi and for good reason, it's beautiful! The gates and scenery are just gorgeous, the coast here is wonderful. When arriving at the gates, it can seem a bit chaotic with the parking and crowds. The parking is pretty organized, although not free it is very cheap. You then walk from the parking lot to the shrine and can walk through the gates all the way to the cliff edges. If you are into photography, you can get incredible shots almost anywhere here. If you come on a sunny day, the red gates look amazing with the green plants and blue sky. I would say an hour is a good amount of time to spend here. It is far away from the east side of Yamaguchi, but there are other nearby attractions, so plan a full day for it. The Motonosumi Shrine is gorgeous and well worth a visit.
