Discover the best of Yamaguchi on this private day trip featuring traditional sweets making, authentic Kawara Soba lunch, historic temples, and the magnificent Akiyoshido Cave.
Enjoy a high-speed Shinkansen journey from Fukuoka, Hiroshima or join us directly in Shin-Yamaguchi. Once in Shin-Yamaguchi, we'll take you to the top sightseeing spots. This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only.
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From Shin-Yamaguchi (group of 2-4 people)
From Shin-Yamaguchi (group of 5-8 people)
From Hiroshima (group of 2-4 people)
From HIroshima (group of 5-8 people)
The Highlight
◆ This is HIS Original PRIVATE TOUR.
◆You will be accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide.
◆Discover the rich cultural heritage, local delicacies, and breathtaking natural wonders of Yamaguchi on this exclusive private tour.
The Experience
Cultural Wagashi & Matcha Experience: Craft your own traditional Japanese sweet (wagashi) paired with rich green tea at LAWAKU.
Local Culinary Specialty: Savor Yamaguchi’s famous Kawara Soba—green tea noodles served hot on a heated roof tile—in the historic Yuda Onsen area. Lunch is not included in the toue fee.
Historic Temple Exploration: Wander the serene grounds of Rurikoji Temple and Koyama Park, home to one of Japan’s most beautiful national treasure five-story pagodas.
Underground Adventure: Journey through Akiyoshido, one of Asia’s largest and most magnificent limestone caves.
Breathtaking Karst Views: Take in panoramic views of the vast, rolling limestone landscape at the Akiyoshidai Karst Lookout.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
- Mandarin Chinese
Itinerary
- For "From Fukuoka Plan" Shinkansen departs from Hakata Station at 9:36, and arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi Station at 10:10
- For "From Hiroshima Plan" Shinkansen departs from Hiroshima Station at 9:18, and arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi Station at 9:49
- 10:15Meet the guide at Shin-Yamaguchi Station
- 10:30Japanese Sweets (Wagashi) & Matcha Experience at LAWAKU (40 min.)
- 11:30Kawara Soba Lunch and stroll in Yuda Onsen Area (lunch is not included in the tour fee)
- 13:00Stroll around Rurikoji Temple & Kozan Park
- 14:00Transfer to Akiyoshidai / Akiyoshido Cave Area
- 14:30Exploring Akiyoshido Cave (Duration: approx. 60 min.)
- 14:30Enjoy the spectacular view from Akiyoshidai Karst Observation Deck (Duration: approx. 25 min.)
- 16:10Transfer to Shin-Yamaguchi Station (approx. 50 min.)
- 17:00Dismiss at Shin-Yamaguchi Station
- For "From Fukuoka Plan" Shinkansen departs from Shin-Yamaguchi Station at 17:34, and arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi Station at 18:09
- For "From Hiroshima Plan" Shinkansen departs from Shin-Yamaguchi Station at 17:21, and arrive at Hiroshima Station at 17:51
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
For those customers purchased From Hiroshima Plan or From Fukuoka Plan, you will receive QR tickets after your reservation; please board the train on your own. ※Staff will not accompany you on the train.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)