What to do and see in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Chugoku: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

February 28, 2022 Marianna Hollaway

Discover the best top things to do in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan including Akiyoshido, Kaikyokan, Kintaikyo Bridge, Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda, Beppu Bentenike, Tsunoshima Ohashi, Hagi Uragami Museum, Kaiten Museum, Hofu tenman-gu, Tsunoshima Island.
Restaurants in Yamaguchi Prefecture

1. Akiyoshido

3506-2 Shuhocho Akiyoshi, Mine 754-0511 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 837-62-0115 [email protected] http://karusuto.com/spot/akiyoshido/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 546 reviews

Akiyoshido

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

6-1 Arukapoto, Shimonoseki 750-0036 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 83-228-1100 [email protected] http://www.kaikyokan.com/
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4.5 based on 306 reviews

Kaikyokan

"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. Kintaikyo Bridge

1 Iwakuni, Iwakuni 741-0062 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 827-29-5107 http://kintaikyo.iwakuni-city.net
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4.5 based on 1,175 reviews

Kintaikyo Bridge

Reviewed By YPDChan - Singapore, Singapore

The combination of the historic Kintaikyo bridge, Iwakuni Castle and the scenic surroundings make this a wonderful and easy half day trip from Hakata. The combination ticket consisting of crossing the bridge, ropeway to/from Iwakuni Castle and the castle admission ticket is well worth the cost. It was difficult to find the bus timetables online so I have included some photos for easy reference. Plan your journey carefully and you can even get on the Hello Kitty shinkansen from Shin-Iwakuni, which was what we managed to do. Also, make sure to have exact change for the bus tickets or at most 1000yen notes to change using the coin machine in the bus.

4. Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda

7-1 Kozan-cho, Yamaguchi 753-0081 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 83-922-2409 http://yamaguchi-city.jp/details/aa_ruri_tou.html
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4.5 based on 456 reviews

Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda

Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan

I live not far from Yamaguchi and have visited the Pagoda and Temple for the first time. The Pagoda is considered one of Japan's great Pagoda's. The layout is beautiful with the pond in front and hills in the background. You can really get some amazing photos here. I want to come back during each season to see the Pagoda and surrounding nature. Walk around the park and temple to get other views of the pagoda. If in Yamaguchi Prefecture, make the Ruriko Five Story Pagoda a must see!

5. Beppu Bentenike

Mizukami Shuhocho Beppu, Mine 754-0603 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 837-64-0203 http://karusuto.com/spot/beppubentenike/
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4.5 based on 106 reviews

Beppu Bentenike

6. Tsunoshima Ohashi

Hohokucho Kanda, Shimonoseki 759-5331 Yamaguchi Prefecture https://www.into-you.jp/en/places/5069/
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4.5 based on 849 reviews

Tsunoshima Ohashi

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!

7. Hagi Uragami Museum

586-1 Hiyako-machi, Hagi 758-0074 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 838-24-2400 [email protected] http://www.hum.pref.yamaguchi.lg.jp/
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Hagi Uragami Museum

Reviewed By OwenL1688 - Shanghai, China

I enjoyed the museum. It is filled with modern ceramic art in the permanent exhibit. Only cost 300 yen. There are also an exhibit showing how wood block prints are carved and colored. There is some detailed prints showing how a maiden would live and the arts she would do all of her free time. There is also really exquisite lacquerware. I didn’t see the traveling exhibit that was held in three other halls. That was 1100 yen.

8. Kaiten Museum

1960 Otsu Island, Shunan 745-0057 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 834-85-2310 http://www.city.shunan.lg.jp/site/kaiten/
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Kaiten Museum

9. Hofu tenman-gu

14-1 Matsuzaki-cho, Hofu 747-0029 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 835-23-7700 http://www.hofutenmangu.or.jp/index.html
Excellent
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4.0 based on 160 reviews

Hofu tenman-gu

Reviewed By kimitakas - Taichung, Taiwan

Hofu Tenmangu is one of three major Tenmangu in Japan, beside Kyoto and Dazaifu. It is a highlight of Hofu sightseeing and absolutely worth visiting. The long passage to the shrine has a quaint atmosphere. The steps are a little bit hard to climb, but from the level of the main building, you can enjoy a nice view of the city. The surrounding area is also very pleasant like a park.

10. Tsunoshima Island

Hohokucho Kanda ~ Tsunoshima, Shimonoseki 750-0000 Yamaguchi Prefecture
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4.0 based on 214 reviews

Tsunoshima Island

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