SPECTACULAR VIEW picked for The New York Times "52 places to go in 2024" 5 Spots for Autumn Leaves in Kyoto of the West, Yamaguchi City!(only 30 minutes away from Fukuoka/Hiroshima)

~Autumn special feature in Yamaguchi: Recommended photo spots~

Shooting date: 2023.11.22

[Naikotei] North guest room on the second floor

At "LAWAKU" located in Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, you can enjoy Japanese culture experiences such as wearing a kimono and making Japanese sweets. This time, we will introduce 5 photogenic spots that you should definitely visit while wearing a kimono!

▾Kimono experience at Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City ``LAWAKU''▾

• Table of Contents
• 1. [Meiji Restoration Centenary Park] Metasequoia row of trees
• 2. [Ryufukuji Temple] Tunnel of autumn leaves picked up by the NYT
• 3. [Yamaguchi City Saikotei] Yamaguchi's guest house that tells the story of history
• 4. [Joeiji Sesshu Garden] Japanese garden designated as a nationally designated scenic spot
• 5. [Inoue Park] Japanese garden & free footbath

1. [Meiji Restoration Centenary Park] Metasequoia row of trees

Yamaguchi City Ishin Park 4-1-1

[Meiji Restoration Centenary Park] A row of splendid metasequoia trees that shine in gold

Meiji Restoration Centenary Park is a city park located in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. This is a large park that is also used as the main venue for the Yamaguchi National Athletic Meet and other national tournaments. Metasequoias, which are called living fossils, are planted in various parts of the park, and in the fall they turn reddish-brown.

It is rare to see rows of Metasequoia trees nationwide, and those visiting for the first time will be surprised by the dynamic scenery! Why not enjoy an autumn walk in the large park?

Meiji Restoration Centenary Park

753-0815 4-1-1 Ishin Koen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

The Meiji Restoration Centenary Park is one of 10 urban parks designated by the government nationwide to commemorate the 100th anniversary o...

2. [Ryufukuji Temple] Tunnel of autumn leaves picked up by the NYT

119 Odonoji, Yamaguchi City

[Ryufukuji Temple] The approach to the shrine is dyed red with autumn leaves

Ryufukuji Temple is located 30 minutes by bus from JR Yamaguchi Station from Yuda Onsen in Yamaguchi City. The main hall of Ryufukuji Temple has been designated as a national important cultural property.

The autumn leaves lining both sides of the approach to Ryufukuji Temple are spectacular, and visitors are greeted by a tunnel of autumn leaves.

Also, the autumn leaves around the gate are changing colors, and you can enjoy them together with the large ginkgo trees!

[Ryufukuji Temple] If you come to Yamaguchi, please stop by (lol)!

Ryufukuji Temple

119 Odonoji, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 753-0093

This temple was founded in 1206 by the 18th Ouchi Mitsumori, and was rebuilt at its current location in 1557. The main hall is a representa...

3. [Yamaguchi City Saikotei] Yamaguchi's guest house that tells the story of history

1-2-7 Tenka, Yamaguchi City

[Naiko-tei] North guest room: This is the room that was loved by former Prime Minister Eisaku Sato.

Yamaguchi City Saikotei is a traditional Japanese house with a 100 tatami large hall and a Japanese garden. In autumn, the leaves in the garden turn beautiful colors, making it a perfect photo spot for kimonos!

In addition to taking photos in the garden, we also recommend taking photos from the 100 tatami large hall or the veranda!

[Saikotei] You can also try kimono and matcha tea here. You can also enjoy wearing armor and trying out a rickshaw.

Yamaguchi City Saikotei Hall entrance fee

Adult: 100 yen

Child: 50 yen

[Naikotei] Click here for the homepage

Yamaguchi City Saikotei

1-2-7 Tenka, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture 753-0091

4. [Joeiji Sesshu Garden] Japanese garden designated as a nationally designated scenic spot

2001-1 Miyanoshita, Yamaguchi City

[Joeiji Temple Sesshu Garden] It was designated as a national historic site and scenic spot in 1923.

Joeiji Sesshu Garden, located 5 minutes by car from Saikotei in Yamaguchi City, is a Japanese garden built by the ink painter Sesshu in the 1400s. It is currently designated as a national historic site and scenic spot.

Sesshu Garden is surrounded by mountain forests on three sides, east, west, north, and is characterized by the unique scenery of the bamboo forest and autumn leaves during the autumn foliage season!

Enjoying autumn leaves from the promenade

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[Joeiji Sesshu Garden] Aesthetic sense unique to Japanese gardens - "Wabisabi"

There are two ways to enjoy the autumn leaves in Sesshu Garden, the first is on the promenade next to the garden. You can walk around the garden and enjoy the autumn leaves from various angles. It takes about 5 minutes to complete one circuit, and the red color of the autumn leaves stands out even more with the green leaves of the bamboo forest.

The main hall where you can sit and enjoy your time

The second is the main hall of Sesshu Garden. You can see the autumn leaves from inside your room, and the view of the garden through the glass will make you feel like you're in another world. It is far removed from the scenery of everyday life. During the autumn foliage season, this is a popular autumn foliage spot where there is no end to the number of people who sit here and look at the autumn foliage!

[Joeiji Sesshu Garden] Click here for the homepage

Joeiji Temple Sesshu Garden

753-0011 2001-1 Miyanoshita, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

This Joeiji Temple was built approximately 500 years ago as a villa by Masahiro Ouchi, and it is said that the garden was commissioned by Se...

5. [Inoue Park] Japanese garden & free footbath

2-5 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City (5 minutes walk from LAWAKU)

[Inoue Park] Carp can be seen in the Japanese-style garden

Inoue Park is located on the way from Yuda Onsen Station to the hot spring town. Inside the park, there is a building with an atmosphere called ``Kaen-tei'' and a free footbath.

[Inoue Park] You can also enjoy the footbath for free!

Inoue Park

753-0056 2-5 Yuda Onsen, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

This park was built on the site of the birthplace of Kaoru Inoue, a veteran of the Meiji era. This place also served as the lodging for the...

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