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Yamaguchi is a pleasant and friendly city in Western Honshu, founded by Ouchi Hiroyo in the 14th century. Today it is the capital of Yamaguchi Prefecture, a region formerly known as Nagato (Choshu) and Suo province.

As the seat of the powerful Ouchi lords, Yamaguchi grew to culturally rival the war torn capital of Kyoto during Japan's age of warring states. As a result, the city is still known as the "Kyoto of the West".

The Mori, who succeeded the Ouchi as the local feudal lords, moved their capital to nearby Hagi, and played a leading role in the Meiji Restoration, brining Japan's feudal age to an end.

Attractions

Rurikoji Temple (2) Features a very beautiful, five-storied pagoda. Joeiji Temple (1) Famous for the Zen garden Sesshutei. Kozan Park (3) Burial site of the former local feudal lords. Xavier Memorial Church (4) Commemorating Xavier's visit to Yamaguchi. Yamaguchi Daijingu (5) A small version of the Ise Shrines.

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Orientation

Orientation How to get to and around Yamaguchi. About transportation in Japan

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Users who have been to Yamaguchi: 81
Most visited: Ranked 48th out of 106 destinations

Rating by users:		recommended (76/100, 43 votes)
Rating by staff:		recommended
Overall Rating:		outstanding

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