Recommendation Sightseeing Spots
History
YAMAGUCHI CITY “SAIKŌTEI”
Originally a luxury restaurant frequented by politicians and intellectuals, this beautiful traditional style building, now converted into a museum, was named by Kaoru Inoue, one of the most prominent figures of the Meiji government. The walls on its main hall are lined with calligraphy art by Japanese politicians, including several prime ministers, that visitors can enjoy while drinking a cup of matcha tea and a Japanese sweet, before stepping outside to enjoy a view of the garden. Additionally, Saikotei offers a kimono rental and dressing service for visitors.
| Address | 1-2-7 Tenge Yamaguchi city |
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| Opening hours | 9:00-17:00 |
| Business Holiday | Closed on Tuesdays (or following day if Tuesday is a holiday), New Year's Eve and New Year's Holidays (Dec.29th-Jan.3rd). |
| Admission free for Museum | 100 yen (adults) 50 yen (elementary and junior high school students) |
| Access | About 30 min. by foot from Yamaguchi station (JR Yamaguchi line) |
