




Hagi Travel Tips
Hagi (萩), a serene former castle town on Yamaguchi's Sea of Japan coast, captures the essence of Japan’s feudal history. Once the capital of the influential Mori Clan, Hagi played a pivotal role in the Meiji Restoration. Today, it’s celebrated for its beautifully preserved Edo-era townscape, where samurai and merchant residences transport visitors back in time.
Hagi is also renowned for its exquisite Hagiyaki Pottery, one of Japan's finest ceramic traditions. This charming town, spared from disasters for centuries, offers an authentic glimpse into Japan's rich past, making it a captivating destination for history and art lovers alike.
Attractions
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- Former Castle Town
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1Hagi Castle
Historic castle ruins and scenic park.
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2Tokoji Temple
Chinese architecture and Mori daimyo graves
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3Daishoin Temple
Mori lords’ burial site, Zen garden
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4Shoin Shrine
Famous for Yoshida Shoin's legacy
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5Mount Kasayama
Crater, views, Kaza-ana cool holes
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6Meirinkan
Feudal-era education and Hagi's World Heritage sites
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7Kikuya Residence
Samurai family residence with unique design
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8Kubota Residence
Historic home with Edo and Meiji artifacts
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9Kido Takayoshi Residence
Birthplace of influential statesman Kido Takayoshi
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10Hagi Museum
History, Yoshida Shoin, castle town dioramas
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