Area Shimonoseki Serena Kim Shimonoseki City in Yamaguchi Prefecture is located at the end of Japan’s Honshu Island and is a beautiful coastal city surro...
Area Yamaguchi City Veronica Carnevale Yamaguchi City is the capital city of Yamaguchi Prefecture, located in the southern part of Japan's Honshu island, and is a m...
Planning Yamaguchi Makes NY Times 2024 Travel List Kim A number of publications release travel lists at the beginning of the year, providing readers with information about emerging...
Culture Cultural Exploration in Hofu City Veronica Carnevale Hofu City rests along the Seto Inland Sea and is just south of Yamaguchi City. This small city features immaculately preserve...
Explore Rarely Seen Caves at Akiyoshido Tom Roseveare Mine City, in Yamaguchi Prefecture, is gearing up to launch new caving experiences at its famed Akiyoshido cave system — the ...
Culture Explore Hagi City's Historical Downtown Area Veronica Carnevale Many of Hagi’s historical sights are situated in the city’s center and are within walking distance from each other. Here, you...
Culture Amidaji Temple Hydrangea Festival 2025 Kim Hydrangeas are a highlight of the rainy season in Japan, and the warm, humid conditions are just right for the flowers to thr...
Culture Yamaguchi Tanabata Lantern Festival 2025 Kim The Yamaguchi Tanabata Lantern festival is a traditional summer event with an impressive history spanning approximately 600 y...
Activities Iwakuni Airbase Friendship Day 2025 Kim The Iwakuni Friendship Day event sees Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni open its gates to the general public, in celebration o...
Culture Bakan Festival 2025 Kim Held to celebrate the end of summer, the Bakan Festival in Shimonoseki is Yamaguchi's largest annual festival. The event star...
