Kitsuki Kitadai Minamidai Preservation District
Kitsuki Kitadai Minamidai Dentoteki Kenzobutsu-gun Hozon Chiku
A landscape of stone walls and winding slopes where Edo-period samurai residences still breathe.Explore this spot
The Kitsuki Kitadai Minamidai Preservation District is a historic samurai town located in the southern part of the Kunisaki Peninsula in northeastern Oita Prefecture.
What makes it special
About Kitsuki Kitadai Minamidai Preservation District
- Historic Strolls: Walk through slopes lined with stone walls and earthen walls to feel the atmosphere of an Edo-period samurai town.
- Photography: Discover many photogenic spots, including traditional gates, thatched roofs, and beautiful stone-paved paths.
- Architectural Observation: Learn about traditional Japanese building techniques and social status through cultural assets like the Ohara Residence.
- Topography Experience: Experience a unique urban structure that utilizes natural slopes and elevation changes.
Weather forecast
Wed
8/5
32°/27°
16%
Thu
8/6
31°/26°
46%
Fri
8/7
31°/28°
86%
Sat
8/8
29°/25°
73%
Sun
8/9
29°/23°
37%
Mon
8/10
29°/24°
39%
Tue
8/11
28°/25°
71%
Tips
Payment
Cash or Credit Cards (Visa/MasterCard) accepted at local shops (subject to change)
English Support
Limited English-language signage and support available
Reservations
No reservation required for walking the area
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes due to many slopes and stone steps
Photography
Photography of the scenery is okay, but do not enter private property or photograph residents without permission
Accessibility
The area is not wheelchair-friendly due to many stairs and uneven terrain
Etiquette
This is a residential area; please be quiet and respect the privacy of local residents