The Ijinkan (Former Thomas House) with its Weathercock

Kazamidori no Yakata (Kyū Tōmasu Jūtaku)

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The Ijinkan with its Weathercock is one of the most famous historic buildings in Kobe's Ijinkan district and is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.

Historic Sites
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Castle

HighlightsDesignated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan
Imposing Neo-Baroque brick architecture
Distinctive weather vane on the roof
Displays period furniture and furnishings
Offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the era

Basic Information

Address: 3-13-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Hyogo

Access: About a 15-minute walk from Shin-Kobe Station on the Kobe Municipal Subway Yama-te Line. About a 5-minute walk from the Kitanozaka bus stop on the Kobe City Bus. Show route

Op.Hours: Currently closed for an extended period due to seismic retrofitting work. Reopening date is undecided.

Cld.Days: Closed for an extended period

Fee: Admission Fee: Adult ¥600, Child ¥300

INFO: While entry onto the premises is prohibited during the construction period, viewing the exterior is permitted.

HP: http://www.kobe-kazamidori.com/kazamidori/

Overview

The Ijinkan with its Weathercock is a mansion built in 1904 by German trader Gottfried Thomas. Its imposing brick structure is based on the Neo-Baroque style, and its distinctive weather vane atop the roof is a well-known feature. The interior showcases period furniture and furnishings, offering a glimpse into the lives of its former inhabitants. For example, the reception room features a fireplace and a magnificent chandelier actually used by Mr. Thomas. The study displays bookshelves where Thomas kept his favorite books and his desk from that era. Through these exhibits, you can sense the fusion of European culture at that time and Japanese culture. The Ijinkan with its Weathercock is a particularly popular tourist spot in Kobe's Ijinkan district. With its beautiful exterior, exhibits offering a glimpse into the past, and a café, it's full of highlights. If you visit Kobe, be sure to stop by the Ijinkan with its Weathercock.

The Ijinkan (Former Thomas House) with its Weathercock

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