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Former Castle Town

Hagi is a former castle town, off the major transport ways, along the tranquil Sea of Japan coast in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Hagi is best known for its nicely preserved former castle town and local pottery, which ranks among Japan's finest.

Hagi used to be the capital of the Mori daimyo (feudal lords), who governed present Yamaguchi Prefecture (then known as Choshu) for more than 200 years, and played a central role in overthrowing the shogunate and bringing an end to Japan's feudal age in the second half of the 19th century.

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Attractions

1 Former Castle Town

Nicely preserved former samurai district.
User rating: 80/100 (53 votes)
Visited by: 110 users

2 Tokoji Temple

Half of the Mori lords are buried here.
User rating: 77/100 (26 votes)
Visited by: 58 users

3 Daishoin Temple

Half of the Mori lords are buried here.
User rating: 79/100 (27 votes)
Visited by: 54 users

4 Hagi Castle

Ruins of the former Hagi Castle.
User rating: 71/100 (47 votes)
Visited by: 116 users

Access and Orientation

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User Ratings

Ratings for Hagi:

japan-guide.com Rating:		outstanding
User Rating (by 119 users):	78/100	recommended

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