Hofu

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A traditional Japanese temple with a multi-tiered roof, ornate decorations, and a statue of a woman at the entrance.
A traditional Japanese torii gate with a rope and hanging figures.
A traditional Japanese temple with a red and green roof, a large statue of a deity, and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.
A calm river with a concrete embankment and a bridge in the background.
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A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, wooden structure, stone lanterns, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

Where to stay in Hofu

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Daido

When in Daido, you can plan a visit to Sho Hachiman-gu Shrine and Hofutenmangu Shrine, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A calm sea with several islands and distant mountains under a clear sky.

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 Shiosai-ichiba Hofu Roadside Station and Mori Museum and Garden.

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 Hofutenmangu Shrine and Shiosai-ichiba Hofu Roadside Station.

A rocky shoreline with debris, calm water, and a distant island.
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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 Shiosai-ichiba Hofu Roadside Station and Hofutenmangu Shrine.

APA Hotel Yamaguchi Hofu

APA Hotel Yamaguchi Hofu

3 out of 5
1-29-20 Hachioji Hofu Yamaguchi
The price is ₩60,843 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
₩60,843
₩73,619 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Stay at this hotel in Hofu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hofu Science Museum and Hofutenmangu Shrine are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (492 reviews)
"All great except the room spray to get rid of cigarette smell not as powerful as before that I used to experience. But this seems to be throughout the outlets of APA and not just this unit."

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

APA Hotel Yamaguchi Hofu
Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae

Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae

3 out of 5
1-45 Ekiminamicho Hofu Yamaguchi-ken
The price is ₩107,733 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
₩107,733
₩118,506 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hofu. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hofu Science Museum and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (472 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 25, 2026

Hotel Route - Inn Hofu Ekimae
Hotel Alpha-One Hofu

Hotel Alpha-One Hofu

3 out of 5
2-4-48 Ebisumachi Hofu Yamaguchi
Stay at this hotel in Hofu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hofutenmangu Shrine and Hofu Science Museum are located ...
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REDONDO AKIYOSHIDAI

REDONDO AKIYOSHIDAI

2.5 out of 5
3186 Mine YAMAGUCHI
Stay at this villa in Mine. Enjoy free parking, an in-room coffeemaker, and climate control. Popular attractions Akiyoshi Cave and Akiyoshidai Observatory are ...
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Stay near popular Hofu attractions

Hofutenmangu Shrine

8.4/10 (28 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Hofu when you stop by Hofutenmangu Shrine. Wander the gardens and seaside while you're in the area.
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Two snow-covered monkeys sitting in the snow.

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