Former Takemura Family Residence
Kyu Takemura Ka Jutaku
A precious thatched-roof farmhouse designated as a National Important Cultural Property, dating back to the mid-Edo period.Explore this spot
The Former Takemura Family Residence is a National Important Cultural Property located in Komagane City, Nagano Prefecture.
What makes it special
About Former Takemura Family Residence
- Observe the authentic architectural style of the mid-Edo period up close.
- Experience the grandeur of a National Important Cultural Property and its prestigious structure.
- The massive thatched roof serves as a precious historical record of traditional Japanese life.
- Discover unique architectural elements, such as the Shikidai, which reflect the high status of the village headman's lineage.
Weather forecast
Wed
8/5
30°/19°
10%
Thu
8/6
30°/21°
80%
Fri
8/7
30°/21°
91%
Sat
8/8
28°/20°
99%
Sun
8/9
28°/19°
90%
Mon
8/10
29°/19°
65%
Tue
8/11
27°/19°
39%
Tips
Payment
Cash only (for admission fees)
English Support
Limited English availability on signage and information
Reservation
No advance reservation required
Clothing
Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended due to uneven floors
Photography
Please check the specific rules regarding photography inside the building
Accessibility
Limited accessibility for wheelchairs due to steps and uneven surfaces
Etiquette
Please be careful not to touch the historic structures to help preserve them