Yokanna Nagaya (French House)

Youkanda Nagaya (Furansu Kan)

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A striking Western-style building in the Kitano Ijinkan district, exuding a distinctly French atmosphere. It boasts a precious collection of Art Nouveau glass art and paintings from the École de Paris.

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HighlightsFrench-style interior decor
Art Nouveau glass art
École de Paris paintings
Napoleonic-era piano
Early Vuitton trunk

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

Access: 10-minute walk from Shin-Kobe Station (Sanyo Shinkansen) 15-minute walk from JR Sannomiya Station 15-minute walk from Hankyu Sannomiya Station 15-minute walk from Hanshin Sannomiya Station 15-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (Seishin-Yamate Line Subway) 15-minute walk from Sannomiya-Hanadokei-mae Station (Coast Line Subway) 15-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (Port Liner) Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM from October 15th to mid-March)

Cld.Days: Open all year round

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

Overview

Yokanna Nagaya was built in 1908 as apartments for foreigners and later moved to its present location. Two symmetrical buildings face the street, connected in the center with entrances located on either side of the connecting staircase. Its unusual appearance for a Western-style building, resembling a traditional Japanese 'nagaya' (long, narrow house), gave it its name. The interior is entirely decorated in a French style, featuring masterpieces of Art Nouveau glass art by Emile Gallé and the Daum brothers, paintings by Chagall and Fujita Tsuguharu of the École de Paris, a Napoleonic-era piano, and a trunk from the early days of Vuitton. These collections offer a glimpse into the lives and culture of the time, making it a must-see for history buffs. The beautiful architecture of the building and the atmosphere of the surrounding Ijinkan district are also major attractions. When visiting the Kitano Ijinkan district, be sure to stop by Yokanna Nagaya.

Yokanna Nagaya (French House)

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