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Koudai-ji Temple (Wan Wan Dera)
This uniquely-shaped 2-story temple gate was built in China's Ming Dynasty style and has been known for its interesting resonating sound through a large space inside the white plastered tunnel. If you clap your hands under the tunnel-like gate, the echo sounds like "Wan Wan", so many local people have been calling the temple "Wan Wan Dera". There is a monument engraved with "Kunikida Doppo's Soyu no Chi" on the right side of the gate commemorating the visit of famous novelist Doppo Kunikida, one of Meiji's great Japanese novelists, who lived in the neighborhood and would often stop by this...
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Kurokuigawa Dam Commemorative Park
Many cherry trees, azaleas and other flowers are planted in this park, which was created at the same time as the construction of the dam in the upper reaches of the Kurokuigawa River. The elegant sight of petals floating on the surface of the water can be seen during the blooming season. Located along the road from Kuga Interchange toward Central Yanai City, the park is also close to the flagship store of Kashinoki confectionary, so visitors can enjoy shopping for souvenirs after seeing the flowers.
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Merchant Town Yanai Hina Doll Tour
Held in February and March, from the Shirakabe historic district to Retoro-dori street. The Hina dolls that have been handed down within the families of Shirakabe will be on display during this period. A variety of charming Hina dolls can be seen, including handmade dolls and some that date back as far as the Meiji period.
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Midorigaoka Library
Midorigaoka Library is a composite library facility that combines four functions: a library, support for civic activities, support for child-raising, and disaster prevention. A range of activities, including interpersonal exchange, hands-on experiences, learning, and transmission of information, all take place in one building. In addition, the library is equipped with spaces for lively communication as well as quiet spaces. Conversation can be enjoyed in the café area and the children’s library area. The building also includes 10 rooms referred to as “studios”, which can be used for hosting lectures and workshops, or reserved for private use.
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Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine (Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture)
Miyajima is known as an island of the gods, floating upon the peaceful Seto Inland Sea. As well as the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine, famed for its huge, vermillion torii shrine gate, there are many historical sites on the island. In addition to these, there are plenty of other highlights such as Miyajima Public Aquarium, which focuses on the marine life of the Seto Inland Sea, and Mount Misen, with stunning scenery from the summit which can be reached by a ropeway car and a walk. The area also boasts many local delicacies, so visitors can...
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Mt. Kotoishi / Mitsuga-dake Peak
Mt. Kotoishi is the second highest mountain of Yanai City. Many school songs celebrate it all around the city, and so, Yanai citizens are very familiar with the name of this mountain. All the peaks are linked together to form Mitsuga-dake Peak that leads to the main trekking route, which is popular among hikers and trekkers. When the weather is sunny and clear, you can see all the way to Shikoku Island and Kyushu. Wild cherry trees and camellia Japonica naturally grow all around the mountainous area. In the flowering season, you can admire beautiful seasonal flowers and blossoms in...
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Muroya-no-sono Merchant House Museum (Prefecture’s Important Folk-cultural Property)
Muroya is a trade name of the Oda Family who prospered as oil merchant in Edo Period. Later they became one of the most wealthy merchant houses in western Japan. The family owned as many as 50 trading ships during the Edo Period and its trading area expanded from Kyushu to Osaka. Today, this is one of Japan's biggest merchant houses well-preserved since that era, having 11 buildings with 35 rooms including a main house, a main warehouse, an accounting house, a rice warehouse, a tool shed and a Chugen samurai room. By looking at various living wares and business...
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Nogorou 0506 Factory Outlet Store
An original mascot character from Yanai City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The black cat “Nogorou” is loved for his ever-so-slightly sneaky eyes. Visitors to this factory outlet store can meet cats that serve as Nogorou’s models.
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Obatake Fureai Beach
This is an artificial bathing beach, 160 meters long, and very popular among people in Yanai. You can enjoy the stunning view of the Oshima Long Bridge and Yashiro Oshima Island. The beach is easily accessible from Route 188. During the Niwaka Festival from September to October, a famous portable shrine is carried into the sea from this beach. Lavatories, showers and changing rooms are available.
