Momijidani Park

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Momijidani Park, located near the Kintai Bridge in Iwakuni City, is one of Yamaguchi Prefecture's leading spots for autumn leaves, where the entire area is dyed in burning reds and yellows as its name suggests. Developed using the former sites of many temples that used to be here, you can enjoy an emotional stroll with stone walls and gates remaining that let you feel the weight of history within the silence. You can encounter beautiful Japanese garden-like landscapes in any season, such as fresh green in spring, deep green in summer, and colorful leaves in autumn. It is ideal as a break or walking course when sightseeing Kintai Bridge and Iwakuni Castle, and it is a spot highly recommended for travelers who want to quietly enjoy the beauty of the four seasons in good old Japan.

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やまぐち映像図鑑 NO.030 紅葉谷公園［岩国市］ | Momijidani Park [ Iwakuni-city ]

Yamaguchi Prefectural Tourism Federation

Momijidani Park

Address: 1-10-27 Yokoyama, Iwakuni-shi, Yamaguchi
Website: https://iwakuni-kanko.jp/
Operator: Iwakuni City Tourism Association

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