2025 Yamaguchi Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

A cave restaurant in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture! "NEWS!" This month, reservations for the "suite stay experience," a private overnight experience, have begun. 【Suite stay experience overview】 ■Price: 700,000 yen (excluding tax) / 1 night, 1 group of 2 people ■Plan contents: This plan includes the following rates for 2 people. [1] Accommodation experience (accommodation and breakfast) ・Room size: 2LDK ・Bedrooms: 2 rooms (1 double bed each) ・Check-in: From 4:00 p.m. / Check-out: 11:00 a.m. the next day [2] Special dining experience Starting with the owner Hirata's recommended meal with a taste of the ingredients and champagne, all dishes are paired with wine, from the after-dinner drink to the meal. ■Reservations: Reservations are accepted for 1 group of 2 people per day, up to 6 months in advance. *All meals and accommodations at restaurants other than this plan are by invitation only. Maison Owl Designed by architect Junya Ishigami, this residence and restaurant opened in 2021. The building, which embodies a cave-like structure and shape, was architect Ishigami's response to owner-chef Hirata's strong desire for a building that "gained weight over time. Not a smooth building, but one that contains the roughness of nature." It took nine years to complete the building. The simple dishes and wine that reflect the seasonal ingredients, the echoes of the sounds, the circulation of the aromas, the sunset, and the transition to the sunrise all make up an experience at Owl. It won the Architectural Institute of Japan Award for Design in 2024. #tripAccommodationReport

As the title suggests, this is an uninhabited island that can only be reached by a road that appears for three hours around low tide 🏝 It's a small island behind Sazan Seto and Touwa! It seems to be a power spot for love ︎🫶🏻 Address: 1958-77 Nishikata, Suo-Oshima-cho, Oshima-gun, Yamaguchi Prefecture (※This is the address of Sazan Seto and Touwa. Please enter it in your navigation system) #Yamaguchi Prefecture Tourism #Yamaguchi Prefecture #Power Spot #Uninhabited Island #Seto Inland Sea

This time I went from Kanto to Yamaguchi Prefecture by Shinkansen. I went to Shin-Yamaguchi Station, but I had to change trains several times and it took a long time, so by the time I arrived I was pretty exhausted💦 I was so tired that I went straight to the hotel first, then ate a meal, so it was a very hectic trip to Yamaguchi Prefecture! Yamaguchi Prefecture was a prefecture with a warm atmosphere, where I ate fugu at a famous restaurant😳 Next time I'd like to go to the prefectural border to Fukuoka🙏 #breathtakingview #gourmettrip #gourmet #coupletrip #Yamaguchi

Aoshima Island#unforgettableexperiences#cat island

#summervacay We stumbled upon Lawaku thanks to the Yamaguchi Fun Pass coupons. It's a cool spot at Yuda Onsen where you can try out different Japanese culture experiences. We went for the Japanese sweet-making class, which was about 20 minutes long. They'd already prepped the moulds, so we got to jump right in. Before starting, they showed us a video on the iPad to give us an idea of how to shape these adorable flower and animal mochi. The class was pretty fun, and it was a nice way to spend our extra time at Yuda Onsen. Since it was free with the coupon, we thought, why not? It was a pretty memorable experience, especially since we got to make our own treats. #yamaguchi #Lawaku #japantravel #yudaonsen #Mochi making #Yamaguchifunpass

✨ ​​Yamaguchi City｜The Eye of the Meiji Restoration Storm! Step into a parallel universe of breathtaking scenery and history​​ ✨ #BakumatsuPassionSanctuary #JapanTop3ScenicViews #FuguNuclearAesthetics 🏯 ​​5 Must-Visit Reasons (A Double Nuclear Explosion of History × Scenery)​​ 🏯 ❶ ​​“The Divine Composition of Motonosumi Shrine”​​ 123 vermilion torii gates like a dragon rushing into the Sea of Japan! At the cliff’s edge, the White Fox Shrine blesses the “coin toss guaranteed” offering box (10 meters high, superhuman difficulty). Capture the torii tunnel × emerald sea horizon at wave crashes, the real-life version of the “Your Name” boundary that’s viral on Instagram! ❷ ​​The Youth Corridor of Bakumatsu Patriots​​ ▫️ ​​Shoka Sonjuku​​: Kneel on the tatami mats where Yoshida Shoin lectured, touch the graffiti wall of Meiji’s father Takasugi Shinsaku; ▫️ ​​Restoration Road​​: Ride an electric bike tracing Ito Hirobumi’s footsteps, eat “Patriot Rice Balls” to unlock secret menus; ▫️ ​​Akama Shrine​​: A shrine haunted by Heike spirits, listen to the sea breeze at night sounding like Ryoma’s sword being drawn. ❸ ​​The Underworld of Akiyoshidai​​ ✔️ ​​Japan’s Largest Karst​​: Hike through a limestone maze like the moon’s surface, dive into the “dark cave” to see firefly star rivers; ✔️ ​​Underground Milky Way Strike​​: Akiyoshido’s million-year-old stalactite corridor, boat through the “Hundred Plates” emerald pool, hold a torch to shoot the “Demon Slayer” Infinity Castle illusion. ❹ ​​Shimonoseki Fugu’s Ultimate Gamble​​ ■ ​​Karato Market Morning​​: Crazy fresh fugu sashimi (500 yen/box!), experience the “life on the line” aesthetic as thin as cicada wings; ■ ​​Shunpanro Epic Set Meal​​: Eat fried fugu + shirako tofu at the site where Li Hongzhang signed a treaty, with a “life and death” commemorative certificate; ■ ​​Dark Play​​: Blow up a fugu yourself to make a pufferfish lantern (poison handling class reservation required). ❺ ​​Qinghai Island’s Sea Erosion Rhapsody​​ Ride a transparent boat into the “Alps on the Sea”! Pass through 17 strange rocks like the Immortal Screen and Heart-Cleansing Cave, under clear skies the sea is as blue as a Photoshop filter. Wear samurai armor and stand at the bow to shoot a “One Piece” final chapter blockbuster. 🎮 ​​Gameplay Critical Hit Manual (Suitable for History Buffs/Adventurers/Foodies)​​ 📸 ​​Photo Explosion Formula​​ ✔️ ​​Golden Spots​​: Overhead shot of Motonosumi Shrine’s torii plunging into the sea (best at high tide); Torchlight reflection shot at Akiyoshido’s Hundred Plates (wear anti-slip canyoning shoes); Spread arms in front of Qinghai Island’s basalt columns (wide-angle lens essential). 🗡️ ​​Bakumatsu Pilgrimage Route​​ ​​Day 1​​: 🌅 Karato Market fugu sashimi → Akama Shrine sea torii → Night exploration of the Restoration secret room (Yamaguchi Prefectural Government Hall) ​​Day 2​​: ⛰️ Akiyoshidai hike → Akiyoshido underworld exploration → Full fugu feast (Shunpanro limited set) 🏮 ​​Historical Puzzle Missions​​ ❶ Collect 3 “Restoration Cipher Monuments” to exchange for a limited Ryoma handkerchief; ❷ Say to the fugu chef “Scarier than Ito Hirobumi” to get shirako ice cream; ❸ Answer questions at Shoka Sonjuku to receive a replica of Yoshida Shoin’s calligraphy. 🌊 ​​Scenic Rampage Package​​ ▫️ ​​Morning​​: Toss a coin and pray at Motonosumi Shrine → Watch waves hit the torii; ▫️ ​​Noon​​: Yacht dolphin chase at Qinghai Island (summer only); ▫️ ​​Evening​​: Shoot reflections at Rurikoji Temple’s five-story pagoda (one of Japan’s three famous towers). 🚢 ​​Transportation Guide​​ ▫️ Hiroshima → Shimonoseki (JR Sanyo Main Line 1.5h), buy the “Kansai-Kitakyushu PASS” all-inclusive; ▫️ Rent an electric bike in the city (800 yen/day), bring your own Restoration map navigation. 🍁 ​​Seasonal Critical Hit Calendar​​ ▫️ ​​April​​: Qinghai Island rapeseed flowers × blue sea contrast; ▫️ ​​August​​: Akiyoshidai stargazing event (Milky Way reflecting on limestone); ▫️ ​​October​​: Karato Market fugu shirako peak season; ▫️ ​​February​​: Akama Shrine vengeful spirit candle festival. ⚠️ ​​Pitfall Prevention Bible​​ ❶ Motonosumi Shrine’s coin box is very popular, recommend arriving before 7:00; ❷ Fugu cuisine requires a one-week advance reservation (especially Shunpanro); ❸ Akiyoshido may flood during rainy season, check official website for real-time opening info. ​​Coordinates and Timeliness Information​​ ⛩️ Motonosumi Shrine: Nagato City Yutani Tsuhuang (free) 🕳️ Akiyoshido: Mine City Akiyoshicho (ticket 1200 yen) 🐡 Shunpanro: Shimonoseki City Amidaji-cho (set meals from 15,000 yen) “The moment fugu sashimi trembles on the tongue, I suddenly understood what Okubo Toshimichi meant by ‘Restoration is the fresh life born toward death.’” #BakumatsuYouthRampage #SeaErosionScenicCeiling #FuguLifeAndDeathChallenge #UnderworldPhantomLightBoundary ✨Follow us for a “Yamaguchi Scenic Hand-drawn Map”✨ @CommunityWelfare @TripCommunityCreationCenter

#cherryblossom25 On Mt. Amagi in Kuga, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Irori Sanzoku feels like a step into another world. The restaurant’s traditional setting and rustic charm create a cozy atmosphere perfect for enjoying authentic Sanzoku cuisine. Grilled skewers, hearty rice dishes, and warm sake make for a satisfying meal. The welcoming staff and scenic surroundings add to the experience. Whether you're seeking adventure or comfort, this unexpected find is a must-visit for lovers of good food and unique dining experiences.

This time, we will introduce delicious sushi and seafood restaurants in Yamaguchi Prefecture! This time, we had the sushi platter, and the toppings were large and the sashimi was fresh and delicious! Please try it once! Sushi Hashimoto Nagato 949-29 Higashifukagawa, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 759-4101 Hours: 12:00 to 14:00 17:00 to 21:00 Closed every Thursday #EnjoyJapan

A restaurant located in the nature facing Lake Ono --------------------------------- Sarware Ono --------------------------------- ⚫︎ Hand-made 100% coarsely ground soba noodles The taste of soba noodles when eaten with salt and wasabi is very reminiscent of soba noodles ⚫︎ Pizza with raw vegetables and smoked tongue A pizza that can only be enjoyed here Delicious pizza with plenty of vegetables 🅿️ Parking for several cars ⚠️ Please note that you will have to climb a steep slope Even on weekdays, many customers visit I think it's a good idea to make a reservation when you come _______________________________________________ Address: 4680-1 Ono, Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture Business hours: Lunch 11:00-14:00 　　　　　Cafe time 14:00-16:00 Dinner 16:00-19:00 (reservations required after 16:00) Average price per person: 2000-3000 yen ________________________________________________ #Yamaguchi Prefecture #Yamaguchi Gourmet #Domestic travel #Enjoy Japan #Golden Week

📍Moji Kanmon Bridge is one of the sightseeing spots in Moji. The Kanmon Bridge is a 1,068-meter-long suspension bridge that spans the Kanmon Straits and connects Honshu and Kyushu.🪜 The bridge is so large that it can be seen from afar, but it is impressive when seen up close. Fukuoka is in Moji, and Yamaguchi is in Shimonoseki, both of which are great places for delicious fish, so there are many people fishing around the bridge.🎣 If you cross Shimonoseki, you will find Karato Market, so it is a fun plan to enjoy both. Please look forward to the impressive bridge and delicious food.🔖 #FukuokaTrip #YamaguchiTourism #MojiPort #Shimonoseki #DomesticTrip #0YenTrip

Japan is home to stunning landscapes and historical landmarks that change with the seasons. Here are some highly recommended spots to visit: 🏯 Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji Temple The golden Kinkaku-ji Temple is one of Kyoto's iconic attractions. Its harmony with the seasonal scenery, especially the magical snow-covered view in winter, is breathtaking. 🗻 Yamanashi - Arakurayama Sengen Park This park offers a spectacular view of Mount Fuji, a five-story pagoda, and cherry blossoms. It becomes particularly lively during spring when tourists flock to enjoy the scenery. 🌊 Yamaguchi - Miyajima The floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine is one of Japan's Three Scenic Views. The scenery changes with the tides, offering a unique experience. 🍁 Kyoto - Arashiyama During the autumn foliage season, Togetsukyo Bridge and the Bamboo Forest Path are painted in vibrant colors. A rickshaw ride through the area is highly recommended. 🚇 Transportation These spots are accessible via shinkansen, express trains, and highway buses. Be sure to check the timetables in advance to plan an efficient itinerary. 🏨 Accommodation Each region offers a variety of accommodations, from traditional ryokan to modern hotels. Early reservations are recommended. 🍜 Local Cuisine Sampling local specialties is one of the joys of traveling. Try Kyoto's yudofu, Yamanashi's houtou, and Hiroshima's okonomiyaki while you're there.

#Spring0yentrip I went to Karato Market in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture☺️ The market is crowded with shoppers because you can buy freshly caught fish. Of course, my main target was fugu sashimi🐡 I was surprised at how cheap it was‼️ I bought tiger fugu sashimi and fugu shumai for ¥1500😳 Both were delicious♪ There is also a sushi restaurant in Karato Market where you can eat fresh fish, so I recommend that too👌 There are many restaurants on the second floor of the market! ————————————————————— 📍Location: 5-50 Karato-cho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: Monday to Saturday / 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM 　　　　　　　　Sunday and public holidays / 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM *Business hours of restaurants vary. 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Lively. #DomesticTravel #YamaguchiPrefecture #mayu✈️trip🇯🇵

■ Overview Located in Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, "Ganso Kawara Soba Takase" is a long-established restaurant offering a local specialty: tea soba noodles, beef, and shredded egg served on a sizzling hot roof tile. It's a beloved spot for both locals and tourists! ■ Impressions The crispy, aromatic tea soba paired with sweet and savory beef creates an addictive flavor! The sizzling presentation on the roof tile is an unforgettable experience✨. Adding lemon and grated daikon with chili for a refreshing twist makes it even more enjoyable! ■ Access & Tips The main branch is near Kawatana Onsen in Shimonoseki City. If traveling by train, take a taxi from JR "Kawatana Onsen Station," which is about a 5-minute ride. As it's a popular spot, expect long lines during lunch hours! Visiting slightly off-peak times will make it easier to get in smoothly👍

This time, we will introduce Akiyoshido, one of the largest limestone caves in Japan, located in Yamaguchi Prefecture! The length of the cave is a whopping 11.2 km, making it the second longest in Japan! ✨The charm of Akiyoshido✨ The sightseeing course is about 1 km long, and there are many beautiful and mysterious sights to see, such as the terraced rice fields and the golden pillars. You will be captivated by the sights that have been created over many years. The temperature is also constant at 17°C throughout the year, making it cool in the summer and warm in the winter, making it comfortable to visit. One of the attractions is that you can visit even on rainy days. Please come and experience nature! 🕰️Opening hours: 8:30-17:30 🏖️Atmosphere/facilities: It is relatively clean, and it is cool, so you will need a jacket. 💰Price per person: 1,600 yen for adults, 1,300 yen for junior high school students, 850 yen for elementary school students 📍Location: 3449-1 Akiyoshi, Akiyoshi-cho, Mine-shi, Yamaguchi #YamaguchiUbe #Spring0yentrip

This time, I will introduce a takoyaki shop in Yamaguchi Prefecture that is open until 3am. This place was great because they have takoyaki on the menu that you don't see very often. The octopus was big and the taste was very good, so please go there once! 📍Takoyaki King Ube Address: 3-7-14 Chuo-cho, Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 755-0045 Opening hours: 8pm to 3am Closed every Sunday and Monday #Spring 0 yen trip

This time, we will introduce you to some spots in Yamaguchi Prefecture with beautiful night views. Even if you go here during the day, you can see a lot of flowers, but if you go at night, you can see the lit-up bridge and cityscape, which is great! If you go to Yamaguchi, be sure to check out the night view! 📍Hinoyama Park Address: Mimosusogawa-cho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 751-0813 Opening hours: Open 24 hours #Spring 0 yen trip

This time, I will introduce an izakaya in Yamaguchi Prefecture! This time, I ordered a sashimi platter and shochu, and the sashimi was very fresh and tasty. All the other side dishes were also delicious, so please stop by if you go to Yamaguchi! 📍Tabuchinchi Address: 1-1-12 Izakicho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 750-0065 Opening hours: 6pm to 10pm Closed every Wednesday and Thursday #Spring0yentrip

This time, I'll introduce you to a restaurant in Yamaguchi that serves delicious seafood bowls. This time, I ordered a seafood bowl and a sea urchin bowl. The fish was very plump and fresh. If you go to Yamaguchi, please try it! 📍Kurahagi Seafood Restaurant Address: 4160-61 Tsubakihigashi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 758-0011 Opening hours: 11:00-15:00 Open until 17:00 on weekends only #Spring0yentrip

This time, I will introduce a stylish cafe in Yamaguchi Prefecture! You can drink cocoa and alcohol, but there are various menus from lunch menu to dessert. This time I ordered pancakes, which were very delicious and I was impressed. The drinks were delicious, and the demi-glace sauce was also very good. Please go and try it once! 📍Aloha Dining Menehune Address: 2-12-4 Takezakicho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 750-0025 Opening hours: See Instagram #Spring0yentrip

This time, I will introduce a popular yakiniku restaurant in Yamaguchi Prefecture. It was great to be able to eat a variety of yakiniku here. The kimchi was also very delicious, and the three types of kimchi were not too sour. Please be sure to go there at least once! 📍Shunkaen Shimonoseki Address: 2-12-3 Takezakicho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 750-0025 Opening hours: 6pm to 11pm #Spring 0 yen trip

This time, I will introduce a yakiniku restaurant in Yamaguchi Prefecture. The beef tongue here is very delicious, but this fruit sorbet was especially cute and delicious. You can also eat Korean side dishes such as jjigae and namul, so it is highly recommended. Please go and try it once! 📍Yakiniku Seoul Address: 3-2-18 Takezakicho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 750-0025 Opening hours: 11:30 to 23:00 Closed every Monday #Spring0yentrip

This time, I will introduce a cafe in Yamaguchi Prefecture that has delicious desserts. You can eat lunch here, and the dessert was also very delicious. This time, I ordered a waffle and ice cream, and it looked very cute, so if you like taking photos, I recommend you go there. If you go to Yamaguchi, please go there! 📍Nino Cafe Address: 2-3-7 Akine Nishimachi, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 751-0873 Opening hours: 11:30 to 15:00 　　　　　18:00 to 22:00 Closed every Sunday and Monday #Spring 0 yen trip

This time, I will introduce a specialty store in Yamaguchi Prefecture that has delicious puddings. This is a famous store that is very crowded on weekends. This time, I ordered two types of pudding, and both were very delicious. Please go and try it! 📍Hagi Purin-tei, a smooth pudding specialty store Address: 2-10 Gofuku-cho, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 758-0072 Opening hours: 9:00 to 17:00 #Spring 0 yen trip

This time I will introduce a delicious restaurant in Yamaguchi! You can see the food being cooked right in front of you. It was very good. This time I ordered roast beef and sashimi, and all the dishes were delicious! The manager was very friendly and I was able to eat in a comfortable atmosphere, which was also a good point. Please go and try it once! 📍Sushi Creative Japanese Cuisine Maruyama Address: 1-3-27 Hosoe-cho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 750-0016 #Spring 0 yen trip

This time, I will introduce some recommended places in Yamaguchi Prefecture where you can get a panoramic view of the surrounding scenery. This place is on top of a mountain, but there is a torii gate and playground equipment. The view is very beautiful, so please go and check it out! 📍Senjojiki Nagato Address: 1138-1 Hioki-naka, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 759-4402 Opening hours: Open 24 hours #0 yen trip February 2025

This time, we will introduce a popular tourist spot in Yamaguchi where you can see a blue-green pond! If you go here on a sunny day, the color of the pond is really beautiful! It's also a good place to take a walk, so please go and check it out! 📍Beppu Benten Pond Address: 1578 Beppu, Akiyoshi-cho, Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 754-0603 Opening hours: Open 24 hours #0 yen trip February 2025

This time, I will introduce an observation deck in Yamaguchi Prefecture where you can see the karst plateau! There is also a limestone cave here, so it's very cool to go there in the summer! This time I went in spring, and I was glad to see a beautiful landscape! Please go and check it out! 📍Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau Address: 11237-862 Akiyoshi, Akiyoshi-cho, Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 754-0511 Opening hours: Open 24 hours #0 yen trip February 2025

This is a shop located deep in the mountains of Yamaguchi! These big bomb rice balls and meat on skewers are popular! You can eat them in a kotatsu in the winter! There are various shops and photo spots around, so the waiting time wasn't painful! Be sure to check out the night illuminations! I recommend waiting in advance and visiting while you're waiting! Please go and check it out!! 📍Irori Sanzoku Address: 1380-1 Kugamachi, Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 742-0314 Opening hours: 10:00-24:00 #0 yen trip February 2025

Tsunoshima is a hidden scenic spot in Yamaguchi Prefecture, where few people visit and you can spend a quiet time. In particular, the contrast between the beautiful scenery and the blue sea of ​​the Tsunoshima Bridge is attractive, and the spectacular view you can see when driving is impressive. Once you cross the bridge, the beach with a more calm atmosphere and the blue sea view spread out, which will calm your mind. There is also a lighthouse nearby, which is a great photo spot. It is still a hidden gem as a tourist destination, and you can enjoy a quiet time compared to other famous tourist destinations. 🕰️ Opening hours: No particular restrictions 🏖️ Atmosphere/facilities: Relax with a tranquil sea view and a calm beach 📍 Location: Tsunoshima, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 💰 Price per person: Free If you want to enjoy a tranquil scenic view and a calm sea view, visit Tsunoshima. #0 yen trip February 2025