Former Nara Family Residence
Kyu Nara-ke Jutaku
An Important Cultural Property showcasing the life of wealthy farmers from the mid-Edo period.
The Former Nara Family Residence is a magnificent architectural structure built during the Horeki era (1751–1763) of the mid-Edo period.
Cosa lo rende speciale
Su Former Nara Family Residence
- Experience the Ryochumon-zukuri style, a unique architectural form specific to the Akita region.
- Admire the Important Cultural Property status of the main residence and the registered storehouses.
- Discover the historical connection to the Meiji Emperor's rest area.
- Observe the authentic lifestyle of the Edo and Meiji periods through the earthen floors (doma) and sunken hearths (irori).
Previsioni meteo
sab
12/09
24°/17°
0%
dom
13/09
26°/19°
57%
lun
14/09
24°/22°
80%
mar
15/09
23°/19°
37%
mer
16/09
23°/17°
12%
gio
17/09
26°/14°
6%
ven
18/09
25°/15°
17%
Consigli
Payment
Cash only (for any applicable facility fees)
Language
English support for signage and exhibits is limited
Reservation
No prior reservation required
Clothing/Items
You will need to remove your shoes to enter the buildings; comfortable footwear is recommended
Photography
Please follow local instructions regarding photography restrictions inside the buildings
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible toilet available
Etiquette
Please move carefully and treat the historic structures with care to help preserve them