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Exploring Yamaguchi Prefecture.
#Yamaguchi City.
Sometimes dubbed "the Kyoto of the West", Yamaguchi City is the principal city of Yamaguchi Prefecture and offers visitors many points of interest. The city is also located on the Sanyo Shinkansen line, making it easily accessible from Osaka City.
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Highlights: Jyoei-ji Temple & Sesshu's Garden, Rurikoji Temple (pictured), Yamaguchi Prefectural Art Museum, Yuta Giant White Fox Statue, Kitsune no Ashi Ato (foot bath, cafe and tourist information)
#Yanai.
Known for it's traditional-style white-walled houses adorned with brightly coloured goldfish lanterns, the town of Yanai is one of Japan's underrated gems. Those seeking a truly unique experience can also try their hand at creating their own goldfish lanterns at Yanai Nishigura.
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Highlights: Yanai Nishigura, Yanai Chausuyama Tumulus, Town of White Walls (pictured), Kanroshoyu-shiryokan (Sagawa-shoyu-gura), Muroya No Sono Merchant House Museum, Yamaguchi Flower Land.
#Iwakuni.
Home to the shirohebi (white snake), Iwakuni has numerous interesting sights to occupy would-be visitors. The city is also easily accessible from the neighbouring Hiroshima Prefecture, making it a wonderful day trip option for those based in Hiroshima City.
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Highlights: Iwakuni Castle, Shirasakihachimangu, Iwakuni Shirohebi Shrine, Iwakuni Shirohebi Museum (Iwakuni White Snake Museum), Kintaikyo Bridge (pictured), Kikko Park, Momijidani Park.
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