2025 Hagi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

The illuminations at Hagi Station in Yamaguchi Prefecture, famous for its retro wooden buildings, were sparkling. The bronze statue of Inoue Masaru, a native of Hagi City and known as the father of railways, was also shining. The collaboration between the Western-style building station and the illuminations was truly amazing. This is a recommended spot for those visiting Hagi during the Christmas season and period. ◆Hagi Illuminesta ◆Period: Saturday, November 23, 2024 - Sunday, January 5, 2025 ◆Lighting time: 17:30 - 22:00 ◆Location: Rotary in front of JR Hagi Station Visit date: December 2024 #Christmas trip #Yamaguchi Prefecture #Domestic travel #Yamaguchi tourism #Hagi #Hagi tourism #Hagi Illuminesta #Hagi Station #Winter trip #Western-style building #Retro

The Christmas tree at Hokumon Mansion is decorated in the lobby with vintage American items. The decorations, which were collected bit by bit, are handmade and the lace and embroidery are really cute. When we checked in, we were served coffee in Hagi ware cups in the British-style lounge, and as we walked through the building, we came across a Japanese garden, and when we strolled through Hokumon Garden, where summer mandarins were growing, we were able to take a break at Hokumon Bunko Library, making it the best Christmas trip ever. It's an inn that I've always wanted to stay at, and I really enjoyed it. I recommend it for trips to Hagi. [Accommodation] Hagi Castle Sannomaru Hokumon Yashiki (Facilities) [Location] 210 Horiuchi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture [Access] Approximately 1 hour by car from Shin-Yamaguchi Station [Plan] Premium room at your disposal • Most popular taste plan • Check-in 15:30, check-out 10:00 • 2 people per room @ 29,000 yen / person #Christmas trip #Accommodation review #Luxury hotel #Hot spring #Hokumon Yashiki #World Heritage Site #Hagi #Domestic travel #Hagi sightseeing #Anniversary #Couple trip #Yamaguchi sightseeing #Sightseeing

Meirin Gakusha, a must-see tourist spot in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, has been decorated for Christmas. At night, the school is enveloped in a fantastical world with projection mapping and bamboo lanterns. There are also trees and decorations inside the building. If you are visiting Hagi during this period, be sure to check it out. ◇Christmas at Hagi Meirin Gakusha ◇Light-up period: 12/22-1/5 (17:00-21:00) ◇Location: Near the main entrance of the Hagi Meirin Gakusha main building Address: 602 Emukai, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture (in front of Hagi City Hall) Access: Via Minehigashi JCT on the Chugoku Expressway, approximately 20 minutes from Edo IC on the Ogori Hagi Road (free) Parking: Paid (310 yen) Visit date: December 2024 #Christmas trip #Yamaguchi Prefecture #Yamaguchi sightseeing #Hagi #Meirin Gakusha #Domestic travel #Hagi sightseeing #Illuminations #Projection mapping

I went to Shoin Shrine in Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture! This shrine is said to be the god of learning, so if you visit it, your luck in studying will improve🤗 You can see some kimonos with words of Shoin written on them on the shrine grounds! There are shrines to visit, and you can take a walk and see old buildings, so it's a very charming place to feel like you're in Japan, so I recommend it✨ You can also enjoy summer mandarin soft serve and Shoin dango! It was very delicious ㅎㅎ ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ▼Shoin Shrine 1537 Tsubakihigashi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 758-0011 am8-pm5 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ #777 #Korea #RecommendedKorea #GoToKorea #OverseasTravel #Travel#KoreaInformation #LifeInKorea #KoreanGourmet #Gourmet #Travel #Trip2023#YamaguchiTrip#Yamaguchi#YamaguchiKorea#Hagi#JapanTrip

300,000 sunflowers are blooming on the foot of Mt. Fusuma. There is an observation deck in the sunflower field, and the view of the sunflower field spreading out from above is truly beautiful. The Sunflower Road Festival will be held from early August. There are many people when the sunflowers are in full bloom. There is also Mutsumi Insect Kingdom nearby, so it is also nice to see the sunflower field at the same time✨ [Mutsumi Sunflower Road] 📍2674 Takasa Shimofusuma, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 758-0303 🚗Free parking available #Domestic travel #Breathtaking views #Yamaguchi sightseeing #Hagi City #Sunflowers #Sunflower fields #Travel

■A spectacular spot selected as one of Japan's 100 best geological sites and one of Japan's 100 best landscape heritage sites for the 21st century! You can see the impressive geological formations up close. From the parking lot, walk along the promenade for a short distance. Please be careful as there are some rocky areas with poor footing. My son was scared that he might fall off the rocks. It's a geological formation that really feels historic, and the scenery is amazing, so please come and see it for yourself✨ [Susa Hornfels] 📍North Coast of Susa Takayama, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 🚗Free parking available #Domestic travel #Tourism #Outing with children #Spectacular views #Yamaguchi tourism #Yamaguchi Prefecture #Susa Hornfels #Sea #Trip with children #Geopark

Address: 1537 Chinto, Hagi, Yamaguchi 758-0011, Japan Getting there: You can take bus and stop at Higashi-Hagi Station. From there, the Shoin Shrine can be reached within 16 minutes walk. Highlights: Shoin Shrine enshrines Yoshida Shoin, an important figure from Hagi who inspired revolutionary ideas during the twilight years of Japan's feudal age. In the precincts of Shoin Shrine, there is a stone monument called "Meiji Restoration's place of fetal movement. 😊 In addition to the main shrine, there was also a shrine dedicated to the disciples who studied at the Shoka Sonjuku. There is also a passage where Shoin's teachings are written. I think that it is a shrine that you can enjoy if you learn about the achievements of Shoin Yoshida in advance. 😬 #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk

I stayed at Hagiguchi Royal Intelligent Hotel, a hotel in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture! A conveniently located business hotel, just a one-minute walk from JR Higashi-Hagi Station. Breakfast service is included, and you can eat local Hagi ingredients such as wakame musubi and miso soup in buffet style. All rooms are equipped with air purifiers, which is a relief in these times. We were also given disinfectant wipes as a free service. This is the best value hotel for money. Please try staying there too. #ValueForYourselfHotel #StayReview #FreeServices

I found a wonderful inn on my trip to Yamaguchi! It's called "Yoimachi no Yado Hagi Ichirin" and is located on the seafront in the castle town of Hagi♪ The highlight is the room with an open-air bath with an ocean view of the Sea of ​​Japan! The kaiseki cuisine includes local brand meats such as Mutsumi pork, Nagahagi wagyu beef, puffer fish, nodoguro, and abalone, as well as a variety of luxurious seafood. The live abalone was especially delicious! Oceanfront hot spring inns are very rare, so this is a highly recommended inn. Why not visit Hagi City in Yamaguchi Prefecture to relax and unwind from your daily fatigue with the spectacular views, hot springs, and delicious food? #Hot springs #Yamaguchi #Yamaguchi trip #Hagi #Hagi Ichirin

SANZOKU in Yamaguchi prefecture in Japan!!! Chicken bbq is so awesome and they have a huge and Onigiri that is so good!!! It's a Japanese style restaurant!! #givethanks

Cycling from Fukuoka to Osaka along the northern coast of the Chūgoku region is an unforgettable adventure that blends the beauty of Japan’s seaside with the thrill of the open road. This roughly 700-kilometer journey winds through quiet fishing villages, scenic cliffs, and historic towns, offering a uniquely immersive experience far from the typical tourist trail. Starting in Fukuoka, you’re met with vibrant city energy and great local eats — a perfect send-off. As you head east, the coastal breeze accompanies you along the Sea of Japan, with routes often flanked by pine forests, rice paddies, and dramatic ocean views. The ride is peaceful, with long stretches of road where it's just you, your bike, and the sound of waves. One of the best parts of this ride is the changing scenery. You pass through small towns like Hagi, with its preserved samurai district, and Matsue, a charming castle town by a lake. In between, you’ll find cozy ryokan, hot springs tucked into hillsides, and quiet beaches perfect for a midday break. The slower pace lets you soak in local culture — from chatting with shopkeepers to catching a small festival or market along the way. While there are many climbs, especially through Shimane and Tottori’s more rugged areas, the effort is rewarded with thrilling descents and sweeping views. You’ll share roads with minimal traffic for most of the ride, and there’s a sense of freedom that comes from being so connected to the land. As you roll into the Osaka area, the contrast hits — from rural solitude to buzzing urban life. It’s a satisfying, almost surreal shift that caps the journey perfectly. For any cyclist who loves a good mix of nature, culture, and a bit of challenge, this route is pure joy — a coastal odyssey across Japan's lesser-seen heart.

This time, I'll introduce you to a restaurant in Yamaguchi that serves delicious seafood bowls. This time, I ordered a seafood bowl and a sea urchin bowl. The fish was very plump and fresh. If you go to Yamaguchi, please try it! 📍Kurahagi Seafood Restaurant Address: 4160-61 Tsubakihigashi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 758-0011 Opening hours: 11:00-15:00 Open until 17:00 on weekends only #Spring0yentrip

This time, I will introduce a specialty store in Yamaguchi Prefecture that has delicious puddings. This is a famous store that is very crowded on weekends. This time, I ordered two types of pudding, and both were very delicious. Please go and try it! 📍Hagi Purin-tei, a smooth pudding specialty store Address: 2-10 Gofuku-cho, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 758-0072 Opening hours: 9:00 to 17:00 #Spring 0 yen trip

#0yentravelFebruary2025 Shokozan is known as a famous Hagi ware pottery manufacturer. The dishes carefully crafted by craftsmen one by one become more flavorful the more you use them, adding warmth to your dining table✨ Perfect as a souvenir from your trip to Hagi! You can also purchase them from the online store💡 I was planning to buy a tea bowl, but I ended up buying a plate as well because it was so cute! I'm looking forward to cooking🍳 Hagi ware pottery manufacturer Shokozan 📍Address: 3216-1 Oi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: Closed on Sundays 10:00-17:00

Address: Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture Atmosphere/Facilities: Clean Recommended points: View from the window, hot spring where you can take a tour of 14 different types of baths Average price: From 20,000 yen Evaluation: We visited during the season for fugu cuisine. Dinner was a full course of fugu, but it was all made with mafugu and the taste was not so good. It's a bit disappointing. Also, there is nothing particularly interesting to see in Hagi, so I thought it would have been better to just go to Shimonoseki if you want to go eat fugu. As recommended, the room was clean, the view was good even on the third floor, and the hot spring was good too!

#0yentripFebruary2025 ▼Tsunoshima Observatory It's great to see both the blue sky and the sunset There is free parking. It's a good idea to go while the weather is good! The sunset is also spectacular, so please visit. ▼Motonosumi Shrine The stairs are very difficult in the summer. You can experience throwing money into the offering box right above. ▼Akiyoshi Cave There is a 100 yen parking lot a little away from the entrance Time required: 60 minutes Clothing: It gets quite cold inside the cave, so a jacket is a must ▼Meirinkan Not only the school building, but the surrounding scenery is also charming There are many things to see, so I recommend it #YamaguchiTrip #YamaguchiTourism #TsunoshimaOhashiBridge #MotonosumiShrine #Akiyoshidai #AkiyoshiCave #Meirinkan #MeirinkanSchool #Yamaguchi #HistoricalTour #Nature #SenzaKitchen #MatsushitaSonJuku

Hagi City is a castle town located in the northern part of Yamaguchi Prefecture, and it retains a strong atmosphere of the Edo period. Hagi Castle Town The townscape of the Edo period has been preserved, and the scenery of white-walled samurai residences and merchant houses lined up will make you feel as if you have traveled back in time! 🌟 In particular, historical buildings such as the "Kikuya Family Residence" and the "Former Kubota Family Residence" are worth seeing. It is also home to the house where Takayoshi Kido was born and raised, making it a must-see spot for history fans. There is also a cafe nearby that sells warabimochi soft serve ice cream and other treats☕️ #Free hotel stay

. #Yamaguchi Gourmet #Hagi Gourmet #Yamaguchi Tourism #Hagi Tourism #Yamaguchi Onsen Ryokan##Hagi Onsen Ryokan #Hagi no Yado Tomoe 📍608-53 Tsuchihara, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture ☎0838-22-0150 Established on November 3, 1925 as Hagi's guest house this year marks its 100th anniversary A historic onsen ryokan where Emperor Showa has stayed twice, once as the Crown Prince We stayed here for 2 days and 1 night to celebrate my mother's birthday The gardens and onsen were very beautiful and we had a relaxing time😊 We were worried about the snow that had been falling until the day before, but we were blessed with good weather and it was a wonderful memory

. #YamaguchiGourmet#HagiGourmet #YamaguchiCafe#HagiCafe #YamaguchiOldFolkCafe #HagiOldFolkCafe #Margin #HagiMargin @yohaku_tas 📍5455-1 Kawakami, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture #HomemadePudding #HomemadeChocolateCake #Chai-StyleHotGingerMilk #BlackTea It was a very cold day after the snow, but there were a lot of stoves, so it was warm and relaxing inside the shop I was thinking about getting lemon cake, but due to the snow, they were closed except for the homemade desserts Chocolate cake with yuzu sauce My favorite combination🍊🍫✨ This was so delicious I was really glad I was able to eat it🤭 They also had lunch! I'd love to try it next time😊😊

. #YamaguchiGourmet#HagiGourmet #YamaguchiLunch#HagiLunch　 #YamaguchiItalian#HagiItalian #ItalianBarSalute #ItalianBarSalute @italianbar_salute 📍4892-1 Kawakami, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture ☎0838-54-2428 #PastaLunch #PastaLunchTomo #MutsumiPorkPancettaCarbonara #Japanese-stylePastaWithShirasu,ChineseCabbageandBroccoli #TunaAndSpinachTomatoRisotto #Bread#Salad#Soup The other night, I ended up at #AbugawaOnsen because I made a mistake with the GoogleMap settings 😆 I remembered that there was a restaurant next door So this time, I went to Hagi at lunchtime!!٩( ᐛ )و We also received a discount voucher for the hot springs~☆suerte!! Cheerful and polite service and delicious Italian food🇮🇹✨ Both the lunch and the hot springs were amazing🍴♨️

#Experience activities See some castle towns in Japan Generally walk on feet But this is different in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture You can take the "Hagi Bajing Cruise Boat". From the river to the sea, enjoy the World Heritage Site . The landscape of Hagi Castle Town, Mount Nazuki, and Hagi Rokushima. There is a cherry blossom-specific route in the spring, and a fall leaf viewing route in the fall. The rest are illustrated by some of the ancient buildings and views surrounding the city of Banha. The captain, although he only spoke Japanese, went to certain important positions. There will be pictures to supplement the explanation of English words. When paying know foreigners will ask what nationality, Thereby using the catalog of the corresponding language to introduce to you. This may be the kind of enthusiasm of Japanese rural people. More addictive is when the boat crosses the bridge the captain will teach the roof low Let's all lower our heads together. Because of the sea side of Japan, winter is severe The operation will only be from March to November each year. 9pm to 4pm, and only until 3:30pm in November. 1200 yen per person, the whole journey is about 40 minutes No appointment is required, go to the boarding position, enough for a boatload to sail at any time. Empty parking next to boarding location, free. If you go to Hagi, you might as well sit down. Map code: 243 886 369*42 ##Yamaguchi Prefecture #Hagi City #Hagi Eight Scenic Tour Boat #Mount Point #World Cultural Heritage #Hagi Castle Town #Joshita Town

#0yentripautumn If you want to enjoy a historical trip in Yamaguchi Prefecture in autumn, we recommend a visit to the Yoshida Shoin History Museum in Hagi City. You can learn more about the life of Yoshida Shoin, a thinker from the end of the Edo period who nurtured many philosophical scholars at the Shoka Sonjuku school, through videos and exhibits. The museum also displays valuable materials and Shoin's letters, allowing you to experience his passion and beliefs. It will surely be a special trip where you can feel the history and breath of Japan while strolling through the charming streets of Hagi in the autumn foliage season😆👌 #Triptotouchhistoryandculture #YoshidaShoin #MeijiRestoration

. #Yamaguchi Gourmet#Hagi Gourmet #Yamaguchi Lunch#Hagi Lunch #Kaien #kaien @kaien 📍123-1 Hamasakicho, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture ☎090-5204-0585 #Beef tongue stew omelet rice #Beef tongue stew simmered for 10 hours #Luxurious seafood doria #Snow crab#Red shrimp #Sea urchin sauce#Salmon roe #Salad#Soup Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, a castle town and port city A town where buildings from the Edo period to the early Showa period remain #Hamasaki Traditional Buildings Preservation District, Hagi City #Hamasaki Important Traditional Buildings Preservation District #Hamasaki Inn#Restaurant at Hagi Bettei 🍴

#YamaguchiGourmet #HagiGourmet #YamaguchiCafe #HagiCafe #AibagawaNoie #cafegalleryAibagawaNoie @aibagawanoie 📍294 Kawashima, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture ☎0838-26-1536 #CoffeeIce Contains red beans, coffee jelly, and condensed milk #Milkshake #MadeWithAkashiNaturalIce Under a large 250-year-old fir tree A relaxing cafe time In the past, I would sit outside on the terrace But it was still really hot that day I ate shaved ice from the window while admiring the fir tree 🌲 I was able to relax in my favorite space Is this the last time I'll eat shaved ice this year? It was very delicious☕🐣✨

Autumn at Yubikan, located within Meirin Gakusha in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. This is where patriots from the end of the Edo period practiced sword and spear fighting. It seems that Takasugi Shinsaku also trained here. Free of charge.

When I went on a trip to Yamaguchi, I went to a soba restaurant that was featured on "Sekakuna Gourmet"❣️ It was renovated from a shop from the Meiji era Their specialty seems to be their carefully made soba noodles, tempura, and giant rice balls ───────────────── ▶︎Mori soba noodles, 2.8 tempura, and nigiri rice (1,760 yen) Comes with a small bowl of the day and homemade pickled plums ──────────────── ☑︎Mori Soba A masterpiece that lets you enjoy "soba" simply Hagi-grown buckwheat flour is carefully milled in a stone mill The moisture content is adjusted subtly depending on the humidity of the day Made with great care It has a glossy texture, a strong chewy texture, and a fragrant flavor 🥰 ☑︎Tempura Made with plenty of local seasonal ingredients There are 12 varieties, including bamboo shoots, burdock, and hanakkori, so you can enjoy a variety of them Soba flour It's rare to see tempura mixed with 🥺 ☑︎The soup is a thick soy sauce soup made with bonito flakes, mackerel flakes, and kelp They don't use sweet soy sauce so that the sweet seasoning doesn't make the flavor dull ☑︎Rice balls: A bowl of rice is made into a perfect round ball, like a softball🍙 They use completely pesticide-free rice, and it's simply delicious🍚 Comes with homemade pickled plums I was very satisfied to be able to eat the delicious handmade soba ——————[Store information]—————— Handmade soba #Monkey's seat 📍 115 Kumagaya-cho, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 🚃 15 minutes walk from Hagi Bus Center ☎️ 0838-25-5991 🈺 Lunch 11:30~14:00 ◻️ Dinner 17:30~21:30 (Wednesdays and Saturdays only) 🅿️ Available (10 spaces behind the shop) #Yamaguchi Prefecture cuisine #Yamaguchi cuisine #Hagi City #Hagi City cuisine #Hagi City lunch #Hagi cuisine #Hagi lunch #Yamaguchi sightseeing #Yamaguchi trip #Hagi sightseeing #Fritabi

When I went sightseeing in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, I eat too much on my travels, so I wanted to eat something healthy, so I searched for this restaurant🍚 I took the bus from Hagi Bus Center, got off in front of the museum, and walked for about 5-6 minutes🚶♀️➡️ When I opened the door to the restaurant, I found a botanical-style cafe with lots of plants🌿 ▶︎Weekly lunch...¥1,000 ───────────── (One main dish, three side dishes, mixed grain rice, miso soup, salad, pickles) On this day, I had yangnyeom chicken🍗 It was very tender, spicy and delicious😋 A well-balanced, healthy lunch🍚💕 I like this kind of set meal🥰 Lots of soft light came in through the large windows, and the atmosphere was very relaxing🥺✨ —————[Store information]————— Patra Cafe 📍 603-3 Heiankomachi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 🚃 6 minutes walk from Bocho Bus/Hagi Museum 🈺 11:30~16:00 (lunch until 15:00) ◻️ Monday to Friday, second Saturday Closed: Sunday/public holidays and irregular holidays 🅿️ Available (3 parking spaces next to the store) #Yamaguchi Tourism #Yamaguchi Trip #Hagi Tourism #Yamaguchi Prefecture Cuisine #Yamaguchi Cuisine #Yamaguchi Lunch #Hagi City Cuisine #Hagi City Lunch #Hagi Cuisine #Hagi Lunch #Furi Tabi

While I was in Hagi City, I drove along the Sanin Line (Route 191) to see the hornfels!!! It takes about 40 minutes by car from Hagi City! The drive to the hornfels was very pleasant because you can see the Sea of ​​Japan from the road along the Sanin Line! 🌊✨ Once you reach the hornfels, it's recommended to wear comfortable shoes because the ground is wet!! 🙆🏻♀️ I've only seen it in textbooks, but it was very impressive! Please go and see it while you're out for a drive! #YamaguchiTourism #SusaHornfels #Hagi #HagiTourism