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Explore Yamaguchi Prefecture, a New York Times-selected destination, with a 3-day itinerary covering fresh seafood markets, scenic bridges, ancient shrines, vast plateaus, and unique caves.

1 days · 8 places · 4 experiences

Day 3 · 8 places · Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

Yamaguchi Prefecture 3-Day Trip Highlights

“This video covers a recommended 3-day trip to Yamaguchi Prefecture, highlighting exceptional dishes and sightseeing spots for first-time visitors.”

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Karato Fish Market
Seafood market · Shimonoseki
4.1 (778)Closed · opens tomorrow 8 AM
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A historical market in Shimonoseki, closely connected to local life, offering fresh seafood, local vegetables, and products. It's famous for Fugu (pufferfish), with many stores offering Fugu sashimi and hot pot dishes. You can also enjoy various other fresh seafood dishes on the spot. The vendors are incredibly friendly and kind.
Karato Fish Market, 5-50 Karatocho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 750-0005, Japan
- Fugu Sashimi — Freshly caught Fugu sashimi, a specialty of Shimonoseki, available from many stores within the market. A unique chance to enjoy various Fugu cuisines.
- Two-colored bowl of Ikura and Uni — A vibrant bowl featuring fresh salmon roe (ikura) and sea urchin (uni), offering a delicious taste of the market's fresh catches.
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Tsunoshima Island Bridge
Bridge · Shimonoseki
4.7 (8,907)Closed
Hohokucho Oaza Kanda
Tsunoshima Bridge, Hohokucho Oaza Kanda, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 759-5331, Japan
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Izakaya Komori
Yakitori restaurant · Nagato
4.4 (181)Open · until 9 PM
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A hidden gem in Nagato, operating for over 70 years, perfect for experiencing a deeper side of Yamaguchi. The first owner is credited with spreading Yakitori's popularity in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Every dish is delicious.
Koumori, 911-58 Higashifukawa, Nagato, Yamaguchi 759-4101, Japan
- Pigs' feet with Yuzu pepper — A dish of pigs' feet seasoned with Yuzu pepper. It looks intense but is incredibly delicious.
Experience · 1 place
Walk through a thousand torii gates at Motonosumi Shrine
Arrive at Motonosumi Shrine around 7:00 AM to experience the thousand torii gates with hardly any people around. The sacred atmosphere and magnificent nature on the cliff facing the Sea of Japan are truly captivating. Be mindful of the visiting hours, which are 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
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Motonosumi Shrine
Shinto shrine
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Known for its beautiful scenery and as a power spot, situated on a cliff facing the Sea of Japan. Its sacred atmosphere and magnificent nature are its charm. A significant feature is the thousand torii gates leading through its grounds. Visiting hours are from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Nagato, Yamaguchi 759-4712
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Akiyoshidai Plateau
Scenic spot · Mine
4.4 (3)Closed · opens Monday 9 AM
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Japan's largest karst plateau, designated as a special natural monument and place of scenic beauty. It's especially attractive to nature lovers, with numerous hiking trails. The best season to visit is around April when the vegetation is lush and green.
Akiyoshido Cave, 3506-2 Shuhocho Akiyoshi, Mine, Yamaguchi 754-0511, Japan
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Drink the clear spring water at Beppu Benten Pond
Stop by Beppu Benten Pond, a beautiful natural spring with extremely clear water. You can drink the spring water, which is a precious experience to enjoy the water of the karst region. The reflections of the surrounding nature on the surface are very beautiful.
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Beppu Benten Pond
Scenic spot · Mine
4.4 (244)Closed
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A tourist attraction on the way to Akiyoshido Cave, recommended by a local from Izakaya Komori. The water is spring water unique to the karst region, extremely clear, with beautiful reflections of the surrounding nature. You can also drink the spring water.
Beppu Benten Pond, 1578 Shuhocho Beppu, Mine, Yamaguchi 754-0603, Japan
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Drive through Akiyoshidai Safari Land
Tour Akiyoshidai Safari Land in your own car or take a dedicated bus to see various animals such as lions, tigers, elephants, and giraffes roaming freely. It's a valuable opportunity to observe their behavior and ecology. Don't miss the animal petting area where you can interact with kangaroos and alpacas.
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Akiyoshidai Safari Land
Wildlife and safari park · Mine
4.2 (516)Closed · opens Monday 9:30 AM
Self-drive trail through an animal park with lions & giraffes, plus a petting zoo & bus tours.
Akiyoshidai Safari Land, 1212 Mitochoaka, Mine, Yamaguchi 754-0302, Japan
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Explore the vast Akiyoshido Cave
Explore Akiyoshido Cave, a massive 1,000-meter-long limestone cave. Be careful as it's very dark inside, and the temperature is kept around 17°C. The entrance and the natural beauty formed over millions of years are truly overwhelming. I personally recommend this as the best sightseeing spot in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
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Shunsai Suzuyoshi
Seafood restaurant · Yamaguchi
4.5 (73)Closed · opens 6 PM
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A restaurant focusing on seafood, highly recommended for those who love seafood. The owner himself goes fishing on sunny Wednesdays, so Wednesdays and Thursdays have the most variety of fresh fish. You can call in advance to reserve specific fish.
Shunsai-Suzuyoshi Restaurant, 3 Chome-1-10 Yudaonsen, Yamaguchi, 753-0056, Japan
Deep-fried eggplant and tomato cheese baked — Beyond the seafood, these dishes were truly tasty. The deep-fried eggplant and the tomato cheese baked are worth trying.
Sawara Sashimi — The most chewy and delicious Sawara (Spanish mackerel) sashimi I've ever had. The secret to its deliciousness is that the owner himself catches the fish.
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Shunsai Suzuyoshi
Seafood restaurant · Yamaguchi
4.5 (73)Closed · opens 6 PM
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A restaurant focusing on seafood, highly recommended for those who love seafood. The owner himself goes fishing on sunny Wednesdays, so Wednesdays and Thursdays have the most variety of fresh fish. You can call in advance to reserve specific fish.
Shunsai-Suzuyoshi Restaurant, 3 Chome-1-10 Yudaonsen, Yamaguchi, 753-0056, Japan
- Deep-fried eggplant and tomato cheese baked — Beyond the seafood, these dishes were truly tasty. The deep-fried eggplant and the tomato cheese baked are worth trying.
- Sawara Sashimi — The most chewy and delicious Sawara (Spanish mackerel) sashimi I've ever had. The secret to its deliciousness is that the owner himself catches the fish.

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