Overview
Hagi is one of Japan's most beautiful castle towns, with many old streets and residences that have survived untouched in this town of 50,000 people (2016). It was the political center of the Choshu Domain for over 250 years and birthplace of many Meiji statesmen.
Architecture · Beach · Day Trips · Festivals · History
Before you go
Food
Local specialties include Kenran Beef, fresh seafood (sea urchin, squid), and Cyonmage beer.
Language
English guide service available through Yamaguchi Regional Guide Interpreters (¥3360 for guide plus expenses, reservations 14+ days in advance).
Tourist info
Tourist information is available at Meirin Center (09:00-17:00) and JR Higashi-Hagi Station Tourist Information Center (09:00-17:00) which offers left-luggage services.
Transport
The city center is walkable; Hagi-Ōkan is a historic trail connecting Hagi and Yamaguchi City.
