Hagi: A Historical Walk Through Shoka Village School and the Castle Town with Summer Mikan

From Shoka Village School (松下村塾), which nurtured restoration patriots, through the white-walled castle town dotted with summer mikan trees, to Hagi Castle Ruins overlooking the Japan Sea—spend a full day walking the historical stages of Hagi, where the entire town is called a museum. Begin with morning prayers at Shoin Shrine, then experience the learning of the final shogunate years at Hagi Meirinkan School, inheriting the tradition of the domain school. Leisurely stroll through the Kikuya Family Residence, which preserves merchant life, and the white namako-walled alleyways. Savor the views of stone walls and moats at Hagi Castle Ruins Shizuki Park spreading beneath Mount Shizuki. Finish with fresh seafood delivered directly from Hagi Fishing Port at Michi-no-Eki Hagi Seamart. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those who want to leisurely walk through charming traditional townscapes.