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
Mon
11/2
13°/9°
100%
Tue
11/3
12°/11°
76%
Wed
11/4
16°/8°
76%
Thu
11/5
14°/10°
84%
Fri
11/6
17°/9°
86%
Sat
11/7
9°/6°
83%
Sun
11/8
9°/6°
66%
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
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