Yamaguchi is open to the sea on three sides and is rich in both nature and history.
This course takes you to the origins of Japan's modernization at the end of the 19th century, which is said to be a miracle in world history, and to the spectacular scenery that captivated the world.
A two-day, one-night itinerary for Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
10:00 Head to Motonosumi Inari Shrine, where the contrast between the Sea of Japan and the red torii gates is beautiful
Motonosumi Inari Shrine was chosen as one of the "31 Most Beautiful Places in Japan" (2015) by CNN. With the panoramic view of the Sea of Japan in the background, 123 red torii gates are lined up, and the vivid beauty of the red torii gate tunnel leading to the deep blue sea is a spectacular sight recognized by the world. (Time required: 50 minutes)
| 元乃隅稲成神社 | ||
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| address | ： | 498 Yuyatsuki, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture |
| Tel | ： | 0837-22-8404 (Nagato City Tourism and Convention Association) |
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Approximately 10 minutes by car
11:00 Enjoy the magnificent panorama from the 333m high ground at Senjojiki
It is a vast grassland that spreads out on a plateau at an altitude of 333m. Below you can see the islands floating in the Sea of Japan, the endless sea, and a magnificent panorama of the blue sky. Senjojiki is a "large hall overlooking the Sea of Japan." (Time required: 30 minutes)
| 千畳敷 | ||
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| address | ： | 1138-1 Hioki-naka, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture |
| Tel | ： | 0837-22-8404 (Nagato City Tourism and Convention Association) |
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Approximately 60 minutes by car
12:30 Explore Akiyoshido Cave, one of Japan's largest limestone caves
One of Japan's largest limestone caves. The sightseeing course inside the cave is about 1km long. The beauty of the magnificent natural formations, such as the "Golden Pillar" and the "100 Plates", which were created over hundreds of millions of years, is overwhelming. There is also an adventure course to explore inside the cave. (Time required: 90 minutes)
| 秋芳洞 | ||
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| address | ： | Akiyoshi, Akiyoshicho, Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture |
| Tel | ： | 0837-62-0305 (Akiyoshidai Tourism Exchange Center) |
| business hours | ： | ・March to November 8:30 to 17:30 ・December to February 8:30 to 16:30 |
| holiday | ： | none |
| Fee | ： | ● Cave entrance fee Adults 1,200 yen, Junior high school students 950 yen, Elementary school students 600 yen (Groups of 20-99 people: Adults 1,000 yen, High school and university students 800 yen, Junior high school students 700 yen, Elementary school students 450 yen) (For groups of 100-199 people, adults 950 yen, high school and university students 700 yen, junior high school students 650 yen, elementary school students 350 yen) (For groups of 200 or more, adults 900 yen, high school and university students 650 yen, junior high school students 600 yen, elementary school students 300 yen) |
| access | ： | 1. 45 minutes by bus from Shin-Yamaguchi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line 2. 5 minutes by car from Akiyoshidai IC |
| Other Remarks | ： | National special natural monument |
Approximately 5 minutes by car
14:05 Trekking on Akiyoshidai, Japan's largest karst plateau, with magnificent views
One of the largest karst plateaus in Japan. A magnificent view of white limestone stretches across a vast grassland. There is plenty to see throughout the year, from the fresh greenery in spring, the contrast with the blue sky in summer, the silvery swaying Japanese pampas grass and sea of clouds in autumn, and the burning fields in winter. (Time required: 90 minutes)
| Akiyoshidai | ||
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| address | ： | Akiyoshi, Akiyoshicho, Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture |
| Tel | ： | 0837-62-0115 (Mine City Tourism Association) |
| access | ： | 1. 40 minutes by bus from Shin-Yamaguchi Station on the Sanyo Main Line → 30 minutes walk from Akiyoshido bus stop 2. 20 minutes by car from Mine IC 3. 10 minutes by car from Akiyoshidai IC |
| Other Remarks | ： | National special natural monument |
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