Overview
The layout of the samurai quarter survives as it was in the Edo period. It produced the men of the Restoration.
About this place
Hagi (萩市, Hagi-shi; Japanese pronunciation: [haꜜ.ɡʲi, -ŋʲi, ha.ɡʲiꜜ.ɕi, -ŋʲiꜜ.ɕi], locally [ha.ɡʲiꜜ, -ŋʲiꜜ]) is a city located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. As of 30 April 2023, the city had an estimated population of 43,233 in 22,803 households and a population density of 62 persons per km². The total area of the city is 698.31 square kilometres (269.62 sq mi). It is known for being the birthplace of Hagi ware, a type of Japanese pottery.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Designation：Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, World Cultural Heritage Site
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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Source city.hagi.lg.jp ↗Before you go
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