Yamaguchi Prefecture is located in the western part of the Chugoku Region and is divided into five major regions: Western, Eastern, Kitaura, Shunan, and Central. It is divided into three main regions: the Seto Inland Sea coastal region, the inland mountainous region, and the Sea of Japan coastal region. The climate is basically temperate, but in winter, the winds become stronger and the hours of sunlight are extremely short, resulting in cold temperatures and a heavy snowfall. The Kakunoshima Ohashi Bridge stretches 1,780 meters over the shining sea, and there are many beautiful and powerful tourist spots created by the abundant nature, such as Beppu Benten Pond with its clear cobalt blue color and Akiyoshido Cave, one of the largest limestone caves in Japan. Yamaguchi Prefecture also boasts the nation's largest catches of amadai, fugu (blowfish), and turban shells. Gairo, made with bracken flour, is a very popular specialty of Yamaguchi Prefecture, with a glutinous texture and a heavy weight that is irresistible. Yamaguchi Prefecture is bordered by both the Seto Inland Sea and the Sea of Japan, making it an attractive prefecture to enjoy the delicacies of the two seas as well as the spectacular scenery.