Kikko Shrine

Address: 2 Chome-8-5 Yokoyama, Iwakuni, Yamaguchi 741-0081, Japan. Getting there: You can take bus and stop at Yokoyama bus stop. The shrine is just around 5 minutes from the bus stop. Highlights: Kikko Shrine is the family shrine of Iwakuni's powerful Kikkawa family. The shrine was constructed in 1884 and is situated above the living quarters of the family's former residence. It's also designated as an important cultural property of the country. The garden behind the shrine is beautiful and the river that flows around the shrine precincts is also quaint. You can spend a relaxing time, so be sure to check it out! 🥰 #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk