Former Nara Family Residence
Kyu Nara-ke Jutaku
An Important Cultural Property showcasing the life of a wealthy farmer from the mid-Edo period.
The Former Nara Family Residence is a historic architectural complex built during the Horeki era (1751–1763) of the mid-Edo period.
What makes it special
About Former Nara Family Residence
- Discover the Ryuchumon-zukuri style, a unique architectural form specific to the Akita region.
- Admire the Important Cultural Property status of the main residence and the Registered Tangible Cultural Properties among the storehouses.
- Explore the historical connection to the imperial family via the Emperor Meiji Rest Area.
- Experience the authentic lifestyle of the Edo and Meiji periods through the doma (earthen floor) and sunken hearth structures.
Weather forecast
Wed
9/16
24°/17°
0%
Thu
9/17
27°/17°
0%
Fri
9/18
26°/16°
8%
Sat
9/19
26°/18°
41%
Sun
9/20
26°/20°
60%
Mon
9/21
25°/20°
42%
Tue
9/22
22°/17°
20%
Tips
Payment
Cash only (for any applicable facility fees)
English Support
Limited English-language signage and exhibition descriptions available
Reservation
No advanced reservation required
Clothing/Footwear
You will be required to remove your shoes inside the buildings; comfortable shoes that are easy to slip on and off are recommended
Photography
Please follow local staff instructions regarding photography restrictions inside the buildings
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible toilets available
Etiquette
Please move carefully and respect the historic structures to help preserve the site