Hofu
Travel Guide
Visit Hofu
Where to stay in Hofu
Tonomi
While Tonomi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ohirayama Ropeway and Hofutenmangu Shrine.
Nakanoseki
While Nakanoseki might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hofutenmangu Shrine and Hofu Science Museum.
Mitajiri
While Mitajiri might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hofu Science Museum and Hofutenmangu Shrine.
Daido
When in Daido, you can plan a visit to Hofutenmangu Shrine and Sho Hachiman-gu Shrine, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Popular places to visit
Hofutenmangu Shrine
You can learn about the history of Yuno Onsen when you stop by Hofutenmangu Shrine. Wander the gardens and seaside while you're in the area.
Mori Museum and Garden
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mori Museum and Garden during your trip to Hofu. Wander the gardens and seaside while you're in the area.
Hofu Science Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Hofu Science Museum in Yuno Onsen. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Ohirayama Ropeway
You can take time to visit Ohirayama Ropeway during your travels to Hofu. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Takagawa Shinyamaguchi Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Hofu at Takagawa Shinyamaguchi Country Club. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Tamanooya Shrine
Learn about the local history of Hofu with a stop at Tamanooya Shrine. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
- Hofutenmangu Shrine
- Mori Museum and Garden
- Hofu Science Museum
- Ohirayama Ropeway
- Takagawa Shinyamaguchi Country Club
- Tamanooya Shrine
- Shiosai-ichiba Hofu Roadside Station
- Amidaji Temple
- Suokokubun-ji Temple
- Mebaru Park
- Setonaikai National Park
- Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park
- Akiyoshidai Safari Land
- Yamaguchi University
- Akiyoshi Cave
- Ishin One Hundred Year Memorial Park
- Akiyoshidai Observatory
- Tokuyama Zoo
- Tokiwa Park
- Kirara Beach Yakeno
- Yamaguchi Museum
- Shunan City Museum of Art and History
- Yamaguchi Center for Arts
- Beppu Benten Pond
- Matama Hot Springs
- Yamaguchishi City Saikotei
- Mt. Eigenzan Park
- Ruriko-ji Temple
- Shunan City Cultural Hall
- Inoue Park
- Sho Hachiman-gu Shrine
- Yamaguchi Prefectural Museum of Art