Hofu, Japan

Hofu Travel Guide

Trek Zone
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Local name: 防府市 Population: 114.3 thous. (2019)Area: 73.12 mi²Elevation: 36 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°3'19"N, 131°34'12"E
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YamaguchiJapan

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Hofu Top Attractions

Hofu Attractions - What to See and Explore

Hofu offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Mōri Museum, Hōfu Tenman-gū. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Hofu – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Hofu, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima), Kokura Castle (Kitakyushu), Shōkasonjuku Academy (Hagi).

  • itsukushima shrine miyajima46 milesE
  • kokura castle kitakyushu42 milesW
  • shokasonjuku academy hagi26 milesN
  • kintai bridge iwakuni36 milesE
  • matsumoto seicho memorial museum kitakyushu42 milesW

Best Time To Visit Hofu

Learn when is the best time to travel to Hofu weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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November is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, May, June, July and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in December. Most of it rains in June and July.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the best time to visit Hofu?

November is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, May, June, July and August. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Where to next? Visit yamaguchi Yamaguchi region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Japan.

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