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Yamaguchi, Japan

Yamaguchi

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Yamaguchi

Welcome to Yamaguchi, Japan—a hidden gem bursting with charm! Famous for its stunning Rurikoji Temple and the breathtaking Kintaikyo Bridge, this city blends historical allure with natural beauty. Don’t miss the savory Yamaguchi wagyu and the delightful local onsen! With friendly locals and vibrant festivals, Yamaguchi invites you to explore its unique culture and unforgettable sights!

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3 h 30 mins

Guided Cycling Tour in Hagi with Sake Brewery Visit

“FURUSATO Cycling” is a new tour project designed to let you fully experience the “REAL HAGI”. Enjoy a guided cycling tour through beautiful countryside landscapes, feel the local lifestyle, and visit special places not usually open to visitors. Our first tour focuses on Japanese sake. Follow the brewing process of locally made Hagi sake, including visits to the rice fields, water source areas, a local sake brewery, and a rice polishing facility. ・Course length: Approx. 11 km ・Tour duration: 3 hours 30 minutes ・Bike brand: Giant ・Equipped with a rear mudguard, pouch, and drink holder Access to the tour location The tour starts about 30 minutes by car from central Hagi. If you plan to come without a rental car, please let us know when booking. We will be happy to assist you. After the tour, guests may visit a local sake brewery and enjoy sake tasting if interested.

$96.55
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3 h

Kintai Kyo Bridge and Iwakuni Castle with Local Guide

Do you know Kintai Bridge? Located in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the bridge is widely known for its beauty, with five arches spanning a clear stream. The area was ruled by the Kikkawa clan, a samurai clan during the feudal era, who built mansions, castles, and towns all over the area, including this bridge. After crossing the beautiful bridge, visitors can enjoy the beautiful nature in the area where the mansions once stood, which has been well maintained. From there, take the ropeway to Iwakuni Castle, Kikkawa's castle on the mountain. Inside the castle, you will find swords and armor related to the Kikkawa clan, which will give you a sense of historical romance. From the top floor of the castle, you can look down on the Kintai Bridge and the city of Iwakuni and feel like a samurai. Enjoy this wonderful tour with a guide.

$156.05
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2 h

Sake Brewery Tour, Sake Cuisine and Pairing Experience

・Gain a deeper understanding of Nagayama Honke’s sake brewing techniques in a unique retro-modern setting. ・Savor a special, locally inspired menu while discovering the distinct flavors and aromas of each sake.

$104.03
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1 h 30 mins

Ouchi Kemari Experience

Yamaguchi City, which has been selected for the New York Times’ list of “52 places to go in 2024”, was ruled and developed by Ouchi clan during the Muromachi period (1336-1573). This activity has been arranged as Ouchi kemari based on the assumption that Ouchi might have also enjoyed kemari. Participants will wear Muromachi-style costumes and play kemari with a specially handmade mari ball.

$65.02
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2 h

Iwakuni Food and Drink Tour with Local Guide

Discover the food and drink scene of Iwakuni on a guided tour. Savor the flavors of the city with a local guide leading the way.

$146.30
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8 h

Yamaguchi Private Customizable Full Day Tour

This private and customizable tour for Yamaguchi is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

$332.25
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2 h

Fujikawachi Tea Fields Walking Tour and Learn Yamaguchi Tea

Stroll through the Fujikawachi Tea Fields with local tea farmers who cultivate the tea, as they share insights into the history of the plantation and tea-growing techniques. You'll also learn about the efforts involved in maintaining this vast tea estate and the current state of the tea industry. At the Ube Green Tea Center, the facility director will personally brew three varieties of "Yamaguchi Tea" and explain their unique characteristics. This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of Yamaguchi Tea.

$78.02
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5 h 30 mins

Shogun Experience tour

Dressed in original costumes and riding a white horse as the Shogun, the procession of 20 people, including extras, will parade through the Ōdono area, which retains the historical atmosphere to this day. Afterward, the procession will move to Sansuien Garden, a National Registered Tangible Cultural Asset, where guests can enjoy Yamaguchi’s traditional performing arts and savor the Ōuchi Feast, faithfully recreated from the historical banquet. Please enjoy Yamaguchi City, which has been selected by The New York Times as one of the “52 Places to Go in 2024.”

$7,802.41
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30 mins

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Iwakuni

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Iwakuni, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!

$285.91
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11 h

From Fukuoka: Yamaguchi Highlights and Karato Market Private Tour

This tour is conducted in your own private car. Departs from Hakata Station or Fukuoka City hotel lobby by chartered car. Due to the long travel distance, a professional driver and English-speaking guide will accompany you. At Karato Market in Shimonoseki City, located on the border between Kyushu and Yamaguchi prefectures, you will enjoy weekend-only sushi made with fresh fish landed that day. The tour will then take visitors to four scenic spots representative of Yamaguchi Prefecture created by nature. Amagase Park with a view of Kakushima Ohashi Bridge, Motonosumi Shrine with its impressive red torii gate and dynamic sea, Akiyoshidai, one of the largest karst formations in Japan, and Akiyoshido Cave with its cool year-round temperature of 17°C. This tour will take you to these unique sights.

$539.67
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4 h 20 mins

Beyond Hiroshima 【Lite】: Untold World War II Story of Kaiten

- This is a short version of the original experience - Visited Hiroshima? There's another side of WWII to be uncovered. Just 30 minutes by Shinkansen from Hiroshima, followed by a ferry ride from Tokuyama, this tour takes you to Ozushima, a peaceful island once home to a training base for the Kaiten, Japan's human torpedoes during World War II. Walk through former military sites, explore the Kaiten Memorial Museum, and read the farewell letters of young Kaiten pilots before their one-way missions. Because the museum's exhibits are almost entirely in Japanese, this English guided experience opens the door to stories and historical context that can be difficult to access independently. Led by a former international journalist, the experience offers another lens on the human stories of World War II, complementing a visit to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Museum.

$65.02
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3 h 30 mins

Hagi Heritage Walk Tour (3.5 hours)

Explore Hagi’s UNESCO World Heritage castle town and temple districts at a relaxed pace, away from the crowds. Walk through the well-preserved streets of the former samurai town while learning about Hagi’s history, culture, and daily life. Along the way, visit historic merchant houses, admire beautiful Japanese gardens, and experience the unique atmosphere of Hagi’s many temples—including the chance to ring a temple bell. Because this is a walking tour, there is also flexibility to stop at local Hagi-yaki pottery shops and traditional stores along the way, making the experience feel personal and unhurried.

$78.67
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5/5
7 h 20 mins

Beyond Hiroshima: Untold World War II Story of Kaiten (Weekends)

Visited Hiroshima? There's another side of WWII to be uncovered. Just 30 minutes by Shinkansen from Hiroshima, followed by a ferry ride from Tokuyama, this tour takes you to Ozushima, a peaceful island once home to a training base for the Kaiten, Japan's human torpedoes during World War II. Walk through former military sites, explore the Kaiten Memorial Museum, and read the farewell letters of young Kaiten pilots before their one-way missions. Because the museum's exhibits are almost entirely in Japanese, this English guided tour opens the door to stories and historical context that can be difficult to access independently. Led by a unique duo—a local university student who conceived the tour and a former international journalist—the experience offers another lens on the human stories of World War II, complementing a visit to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Museum. Looking for a weekday option? Please see our shorter “Beyond Hiroshima Lite” experience.

$97.53
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5/5
3 h 30 mins

Hagi Samurai Town Cycling Tour with Local Guide (3.5 hours)

Hagi is perfectly sized for exploring by bicycle. On this 3.5-hour tour, you will experience one of Japan’s most extensively preserved samurai towns (Castle town) from the Edo period (over 400 years ago)—protected across a vast area and home to sites registered as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site—along with the everyday lives of the people who have lived here for over 400 years. The approximately 11 km route is designed to avoid crowds, guiding you through traditional streets, a scenic coastline, and quiet, lesser-known spots. Along the way, you may also encounter local residents and everyday scenes of life in Hagi. This tour goes beyond typical sightseeing, offering a chance to understand how the people of Hagi continue to protect their town and carry its spirit into the future.

$85.83
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4 h

Hagi Okan 4 Hours Samurai Trail E Bike Adventure

Ride through the footsteps of samurai on the historic Hagi-Okan, one of Japan’s best-preserved historic roads. Explore a beautifully preserved mountain section by electric mountain bike, riding along original stone-paved paths, forest trails, and peaceful countryside. Along the way, visit two former post towns with traditional red Sekishu-tile roofs and experience a side of rural Japan that is rarely seen by visitors. The electric mountain bikes make the journey comfortable and enjoyable for most fitness levels, while scenic stops and an experienced guide allow you to discover the history and landscapes at a relaxed pace. A support vehicle and first-aid-trained guide are also available throughout the tour, ensuring a safe and comfortable adventure.

$154.49
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1 h 30 mins

Sake Reborn A Sensory Journey Through a 200 Year Old Brewery

Walk into Hatsumomidi and find yourself in a compact, modern brewery in central Shunan, where efficient equipment hums alongside a lively young team. Upstairs, in the old wooden section, the koji room quietly anchors tradition. Staff collect local water each week, an essential part of the process. As you move through the brewery, you get an up-close look at contemporary sake production, before enjoying a guided tasting of three Harada variants that highlight how different brewing methods shape flavor. Non-alcoholic options are also available for non-drinkers and guests under 20.

$52.02
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