Gorgeous Pagoda Looming in the Dark Takako Sakamoto Five-storied pagoda at Ruriko-ji Temple in Yamaguchi Prefecture: The mystic view of this pagoda illuminated on dark nights me...
Joeiji and Garden Mandy Bartok Joeiji and Garden is a quiet oasis away from the main sights of Yamaguchi, with a famous stroll garden tucked away behind the...
Activities Azaleas at Mount Ohira Kim Bergström Yamaguchi's Mount Ohira is just over 600 meters in height, and visitors are able to drive right to the top of it. During spri...
Culture William Morris Exhibition 2020 Kim Bergström William Morris was a British textile designer who was associated with the British Arts and Crafts movement. An exhibition at ...
Culture Yamaguchi's Kozan Park Arlene Bastion A pleasant way to learn about a segment of Japan's warring history with a peaceful walk in the park.
Culture Amidaji Temple Hydrangea Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Hydrangeas are a highlight of the rainy season in Japan, and the warm, humid conditions are just right for the flowers to thr...
Culture Yumesakinami Park Tristan Scholze "Flowering" waves roll in from the sea onto land in new forms in this park under the historic Tsunoshima Lighthouse.
Activities Nature at Omijima and Shopping at Senzakitchen Sae Nagamatsu Omijima Island is part of the Kita-Nagato Kaigan Quasi-National Park in Japan. It has earned the nickname the "Alps of the Se...
Activities Suo Oshima "Japanese Hawaii" Sports Activity Sae Nagamatsu Suo Oshima is the third largest island in the Seto Inland Sea or "Setouchi". Located at the eastern end of Yamaguchi Prefectu...
Culture Best of the Yanai Historic District Sandra Isaka Travel to Yamaguchi Prefecture and 'time slip' into Japan's past in Yanai City's lovely historic district, only 35 minutes by...
Activities Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park Justin Velgus Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park is a nature lover's paradise. Founded in 1955, it is home to Japan's largest limestone platea...
Hagi, between Mountain and Sea Camille Perry If you have the opportunity to visit Hagi, small town located in the Yamaguchi Prefecture on the Japonese sea, don't hesitate...
Activities Kintaikyo Fireworks, Yamaguchi JJ Walsh Iwakuni's Famous Kintaikyo Bridge is a fantastic backdrop for an annual fireworks festival Matsuri.
Activities Akiyoshi Cave Tristan Scholze Akiyoshi Cave is a mangificent adventure through Japan's (literal) underground
Culture Tsunoshima Lighthouse Tristan Scholze Tsunoshima Lighthouse dates from 1876 and watches over a sculpted park, rocky cape, and a few restaurants.
