Takayama City Government Memorial Hall

Overview

The Takayama City Government Memorial Hall served as Takayama Town Hall (and later, the city hall from November 1936 (Showa 11)) from 1895 (Meiji 28) to 1968 (Showa 43). It continued as a community center until 1986 (Showa 61). Today, it's a beloved museum preserving and exhibiting administrative documents from Takayama's history. This two-story building, a blend of Japanese and Western architectural styles, features two storehouses, one to the north and one to the south. It's also renowned for being the first building in Takayama to incorporate *shoji* with glass panes (*garasu-shoji*). Built under the masterful craftsmanship of the foreman, Sakashita Jinkichi, the structure showcases the exceptional building techniques of its time. The hall houses numerous valuable documents that tell the story of Takayama's history and culture. Of particular note are materials related to the old Takayama Town Hall, illustrating the city's administrative evolution through panels and photographs. The contributions of influential figures and significant events in Takayama's development are also thoroughly explained. The Takayama City Government Memorial Hall is the perfect place to delve into the history and culture of Takayama City. Free admission makes it a must-visit for anyone exploring Takayama.