Yamaguchi: Ruri Koji-ji Five-Story Pagoda and Sesshu Garden – Ouchi Culture Romance
A romantic date course touring the finest examples of Ouchi culture in Yamaguchi, known as the "Western Kyoto." In the morning, gaze up at the Ruri Koji-ji Five-Story Pagoda standing in Kouyama Park, entranced by its beautiful cypress bark-shingled silhouette, counted among Japan's three most renowned pagodas. After taking in the views of the city from the pristine white Yamaguchi Xavier Memorial Cathedral, stroll leisurely along the Ichinozaka River, which reflects Kyoto's charm, and enjoy a leisurely lunch at a riverside café. The afternoon highlight is the Sesshu Garden at Joei-ji Temple, said to have been designed by master painter Sesshu. Sit side by side on the temple's engawa and gaze upon the garden—a landscape that appears as if an ink wash painting has been transformed into three dimensions. The perfect ending: at the foot bath café "Kitsune no Ashiato" in Yuda Onsen, soak in the hot spring while sharing reflections on your journey together. An adult's romantic getaway filled with history and tranquility.
Schedule
Gazing Up at Japan's Three Most Renowned Pagodas – A National Treasure Five-Story Tower in Morning Light
Enveloped in Colored Light from Stained Glass in a Pristine White Chapel
Stroll Along the Kyoto-Style Riverside and Enjoy Lunch at a Café
Appreciate a Masterpiece Garden Allegedly Designed by Master Painter Sesshu from the Temple Veranda
Share Travel Reflections at Yuda Onsen's Foot Bath Café
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