Yamaguchi Private Day Tour Sweets Temples and Caves

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the captivating Yamaguchi Prefecture on an exclusive private day tour. This journey includes a unique matcha and wagashi (Japanese sweets) experience, a taste of the region's famous Kawara Soba, and visits to historic sites like Rurikoji Temple. Marvel at the stunning Akiyoshido Cave, one of Asia's largest limestone caves, and take in breathtaking views from the Akiyoshidai Karst Observation Deck. With a professional English-speaking guide, this tour provides an immersive dive into local culture and natural beauty.

- Duration: 7 hours of guided exploration
- Private tour with an English-speaking guide for personalized experience
- Discover cultural heritage through traditional sweets and local cuisine
- Visit iconic sights including Akiyoshido Cave and Rurikoji Temple
- For customers who have booked the From Hiroshima Plan or From Fukuoka Plan, a QR ticket will be provided after booking. Please use the QR ticket to board the Shinkansen on your own.

What's Included

Entrance fee of Akiyoshidai / Akiyoshido Cave
Entrance fee of Rurikoji Temple
Round-trip Shinkansen ticket: Shin-Yamaguchi ⇔ Hakata/Hiroshima [Fukuoka & Hiroshima plans only]
Making Wagashi and Matcha Experience fee
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

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Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Cultural Wagashi & Matcha Experience: Create your own traditional Japanese wagashi and enjoy it with rich, authentic matcha at LAWAKU.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Local Culinary Specialty: Enjoy Yamaguchi’s famous Kawara Soba, featuring green tea noodles served hot on a heated roof tile, in the historic Yuda Onsen area. Please note that lunch is not included in the tour fee.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Historic Temple Exploration: Explore the peaceful grounds of Rurikoji Temple and Koyama Park, featuring one of Japan’s most beautiful five-story pagodas, designated as a National Treasure.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Underground Adventure: Explore Akiyoshido, one of Asia’s largest and most spectacular limestone caves, and discover its impressive underground formations.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory

    Breathtaking Karst Views: Enjoy panoramic views of Akiyoshidai’s vast, rolling limestone landscape from the karst lookout.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For customers who have booked the From Hiroshima Plan or From Fukuoka Plan, a QR ticket will be provided after booking. Please use the QR ticket to board the Shinkansen on your own. (※Staff will not accompany you on the train.)
Supplied by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Rail Tours
Walking Tours
Underground Tours
Nature Walks
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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