Selected Yamaguchi Prefecture Highlights 3-Day Tour | Visit 15 Scenic & Tourist Spots | 【Departing from Shin-Osaka】

【Shoin Shrine & Shokasonjuku Academy】

Shoin Shrine is dedicated to Yoshida Shoin, a thinker and educator from the end of the Edo period. Within the shrine grounds, the Shokasonjuku Academy, a private school led by Yoshida Shoin, is preserved. Many individuals who later played active roles in the Meiji Restoration, such as Takasugi Shinsaku and Ito Hirobumi, studied here. His educational approach is said to have had a significant impact on the modernization of Japan, and the Shokasonjuku Academy is currently registered as a component of the World Heritage site 'Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution'. It is a precious place where you can feel the history of the end of the Edo period and the path of Japan's modernization.

【Beppu Benten Pond】

Beppu Benten Pond is a scenic spot famous for its cobalt blue water, created by highly transparent spring water. The pond water maintains a temperature of about 14°C / 57.2°F throughout the year and has been selected as one of the '100 Exquisite and Well-Conserved Waters of Japan'. There is a shrine dedicated to Benzaiten nearby, making it a spot where you can enjoy a quiet atmosphere along with beautiful scenery.

【Akiyoshidai】

Akiyoshidai is known as Japan's largest karst plateau, featuring a unique landscape where limestone rocks are scattered across vast grasslands. The limestone was formed approximately 350 million years ago by the accumulation of coral reefs and other deposits, and the current karst terrain was shaped over a long period of time. Underground lies the Akiyoshido Cave, a Special Natural Monument, making it a place where you can experience the grandeur of natural history up close.

*Renovation work on the Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory will be carried out from July 7, 2026, to March 26, 2027. The observatory will not be available for use, and your time will be spent walking around the karst plateau.

【Kanmon Tunnel】

The Kanmon Tunnel Pedestrian Path is a rare undersea tunnel in Japan that allows you to walk between Honshu and Kyushu. You can walk about 58m below sea level under the Kanmon Straits, and there is even a border between Yamaguchi and Fukuoka Prefectures inside the tunnel. It offers a unique experience where you can cross between Honshu and Kyushu on foot.

【Kanmon Straits】

The Kanmon Straits separate Honshu from Kyushu and are known as the site of the Battle of Dannoura in 1185. The narrowest point is about 700m wide, and the two shores are now connected by the Kanmon Bridge and the Kanmon Tunnel. While beloved as a stage for history, the beautiful views of the straits and the night scenery are also major highlights.

【Akama Shrine】

Akama Shrine is dedicated to Emperor Antoku, who perished in the Battle of Dannoura. Its vermilion Suitenmon Gate, inspired by the Ryugu-jo (Dragon Palace), is a well-known symbol, standing in a location that overlooks the Kanmon Straits. As a historical site associated with the Taira clan, it is also popular among those visiting places related to 'The Tale of the Heike'.

【Karato Market】

Karato Market is a market where Shimonoseki's unique seafood gathers, including fresh fish and fugu (pufferfish). During the 'Iki-iki Bakan-gai' event held on weekends and holidays, you can easily enjoy sushi and seafood bowls. It is a spot where you can enjoy the lively atmosphere unique to a market and fresh seafood.

【Kamon Wharf】

Kamon Wharf is a commercial complex facing the Kanmon Straits. Inside the facility, there are shops selling Shimonoseki's marine products and specialties, as well as restaurants where you can enjoy fugu dishes and seafood cuisine. It is a convenient stop for Shimonoseki sightseeing where you can dine and shop while looking out at the Kanmon Straits and the Kanmon Bridge!

【Fukunoseki Chofu Tourist Center】

Fukunoseki Chofu Tourist Center is a tourist facility used as a base for exploring the castle town of Chofu. In addition to tasting Shimonoseki's famous fugu dishes, you can also purchase Yamaguchi Prefecture specialties such as marine products, local sake, and famous confections. It is an easy place to stop by while sightseeing in the Chofu area or picking up souvenirs.

【Amagase Park】

Amagase Park is an observation spot where you can get a panoramic view of the Tsunoshima Bridge from the Honshu side. The scenery created by the cobalt blue sea and the Tsunoshima Bridge is cherished as one of the iconic landscapes of Shimonoseki. On clear days, you can leisurely enjoy the beautiful view woven by the bridge and the sea.

【Tsunoshima Bridge】

Tsunoshima Bridge is a 1,780m long bridge connecting Honshu to Tsunoshima Island. The view of the bridge stretching straight across the emerald green sea is beautiful, and it is known as a filming location for many commercials, movies, and TV programs. You can overlook the magnificent Sea of Japan from the bridge, making it a popular route to drive along on your way to Tsunoshima.

【Motonosumi Shrine】

Motonosumi Shrine is known for its landscape of 123 vermilion torii gates lining the cliffs overlooking the Sea of Japan. It is recognized as one of the 31 most beautiful places in Japan and has come to be visited by many people from both Japan and abroad. The scenery created by the blue sea and the vermilion torii gates is one of the most spectacular views in Yamaguchi Prefecture.

【Rurikoji Temple】

The Five-Story Pagoda of Rurikoji Temple is a National Treasure built during the Muromachi period. It is counted among Japan's representative five-story pagodas and is highly acclaimed for the beautiful curves of its roof and its well-proportioned appearance. The landscape in harmony with nature is also a highlight, and many people visit it as one of Yamaguchi's most representative historical buildings.

【Hofu Tenmangu Shrine】

Hofu Tenmangu Shrine is considered the first Tenmangu shrine in Japan, founded in 904, and is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. With a history of about 1,100 years, it is visited by many worshippers praying for academic success during exam season. It is a historic shrine where you can also enjoy scenery such as autumn leaves within the grounds.

【Kintaikyo Bridge】

Kintaikyo Bridge is a wooden bridge with a total length of approximately 193m that spans the Nishiki River in Iwakuni City. It is characterized by its five beautiful arches and is known as one of Japan's representative bridges that utilizes traditional wooden construction techniques. You can enjoy beautiful scenery with cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves in the fall, showing different expressions depending on the season.

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