Yamaguchi's Principal Sightseeing Areas
Akiyoshidai
With an area of 130km2, Akiyoshidai is the largest karst plateau in Japan. Limestone rocks with white surfaces are exposed on the plateau, and look like a flock of sheep on the grassy plains. This great spectacle of plentiful, rolling land stretches out before visitors.
Hagi's Old Castle Town
In the 260 years between the construction of Hagi Castle on Shizukiyama hill by Mori Terumoto and the creation of the Old Castle Town in the delta area between the Matsumoto and Hashimoto Rivers in 1604, and the ruling clan's move to Yamaguchi City in 1863, the two areas that compose the present Yamaguchi Prefecture flourished.
Kintaikyo Bridge
Kintaikyo Bridge is a five-arched wooden bridge that stretches over the Nishiki River. It was constructed using a wooden lattice technique, with metal coils and clamps used in place of nails. The beautiful shape of the bridge creates a stunning image reflected in the clear flowing water of the Nishiki River alongside the greenery of Shiroyama ("castle hill").
Yuda Onsen
It is said that Yuda Onsen was discovered when a white fox was seen bathing its wounds here during the Muromachi Period. This simple alkaline hot spring is said to help ease such ailments as rheumatism, neuralgia and dermatitis.
Yumoto Onsen
This traditional hot spring lies on the banks of the Otozure River. In the summertime, the shining dance of the Genji Fireflies is popular. Visitors can also enjoy the true flavor of the ocean at the nearby Senzaki fishing port. The simple alkaline properties of this hot spring are said to help ease such ailments as neuralgia.