Takehara Townscape Preservation District

Takehara Machinami Hozon Chiku

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The charming streetscape lined with white-walled storehouses feels like stepping back in time.

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HighlightsCharming streetscape lined with white-walled storehouses
Historical and cultural exploration
Movie and drama filming location
Former home of the Taketsuru Sake Brewery founder
Experiencing local traditional crafts

Basic Information

Address: Honmachi 3-chome, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and other areas Search for tourist attractions in Hiroshima

Access: About a 15-minute walk from JR Takehara Station on the Kure Line. About a 20-minute drive from the Kawachi IC on the Sanyo Expressway. About a 25-minute drive from Hiroshima Airport. About a 10-minute walk from the Shinkōbashi bus stop. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: No holidays

Fee: Free

INFO: Guided tours available (fee applies, reservations required 2 days in advance. Contact: Takehara Tourist Information Corner at Takehara Roadside Station, Tel: +81-846-22-7730) *Please be mindful that the preserved townscape is a precious cultural heritage consisting of privately owned houses. We kindly ask for your cooperation in not disturbing the residents of this town.

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Overview

The Takehara Townscape Preservation District in Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, vividly preserving the townscape of the Edo period. Once thriving as a key salt production center on the Seto Inland Sea, the district’s merchant streetscape remains remarkably intact. Its picturesque streets lined with white-walled storehouses are popular filming locations for movies and dramas, making it a beloved tourist spot for a historical and cultural immersion and an enchanting stroll. Beyond its historical architecture, Takehara’s townscape pulsates with modern life. Local shops showcasing traditional crafts sit alongside unique cafes and restaurants, offering respite after a day of exploration. The Takehara Townscape Preservation District is a harmonious blend of history and modernity. Visit and experience its allure firsthand. 【Highlights of the Takehara Townscape Preservation District】 * Charming streetscape lined with white-walled storehouses * Historic buildings * Taketsuru Sake Brewery (former home of Nikka Whisky founder) * Local traditional crafts * Unique cafes and restaurants * Historical and cultural exploration * Popular filming location for movies and dramas

Takehara Townscape Preservation District

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