Yamaguchi's Ogori Cultural Museum and Jippotei Ishinkan.

The Ogori Cultural Museum and Jippotei Ishinkan shine a spotlight on Yamaguchi's vital role in Japan's history. The Ogori Museum showcases a broad array of niche presentations. It recently highlighted Masaru Inoue, the "Father of Japanese Railways," whose innovative spirit transformed Japan’s rail system. The museum uses impactful photography and original documents that give you a strong connection to that era.

Over at Jippotei, which was home to supporters of the Meiji Restoration, you'll find the Chōshū Five—young revolutionaries who propelled Japan into modernization. The museum features the family house filled with artifacts and a charming garden where you can experience history firsthand. Plus, the staff here and at Ogori are like walking history books, eager to share the rich tales of Yamaguchi. These museums are crucial in preserving the past, reminding us of the layers of history waiting to be discovered.

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