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Take a stroll along the Otozure River

With a walk alongside the Otozure River, take in the soothing sounds of the babbling river, and the soft birdsong. Halfway along the path is a natural hot spring footbath.

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Treat yourself to some sweet waffles from Nagato

Yoshitomikou Shindo makes high-quality waffles with a touch of sweetness, served with cream or sweet red bean paste.

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To Tainei-ji Temple, popular for its cherry blossoms and autumn foliage

Tainei-ji Temple’s grounds are rich with the legends of Muromachi Period (1336-1573) warlord Ouchi Yoshitaka, but also make for a lovely spot for refreshing nature walks.

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Tainei-ji Temple

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Try your hand at grilling some yakitori!

Don’t just taste Nagato’s famous yakitori: try making it yourself, from cutting the meat, to fashioning your own skewers, to the grilling itself (Classes will begin in June).

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Yakitori (grilled chicken)

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Japan’s little Colosseum, Akasaki Shrine’s Natural Amphitheater

Just outside Akasaki Shrine, this bowl-shaped natural amphitheater is a nationally-designate Important Tangible Cultural Property. Stand where performances are still held each year, and let out a call!

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Akasaki Shrine Natural Amphitheater

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Fukawa Kiln: the home of Hagi pottery

This quiet mountain kiln continues the 350 year-old tradition of Hagi-style pottery.

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Hagi pottery

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Relax at Nagato Yumoto Onsen

Enjoy the soft waters of Nagato Yumoto Onsen, whose waters are famous for giving bathers beautiful skin. Take your ease, and end the day with a delicious meal.

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Nagato Yumoto Onsen