Shikemichi, Historic merchant district in Nishi-ku, Nagoya, Japan.
The white warehouses of Shikemichi line a 7-meter-wide street along the Horikawa River, featuring stone foundations and traditional architectural elements from 1740.
Following the great fire of 1700, Tokugawa Yoshimichi ordered the widening of streets to four measures, approximately seven meters, giving Shikemichi its current name.
The district preserves the heritage of merchant life through its buildings, where traders once dealt in rice, miso, sake, salt, and other essential commodities.
Visitors can reach Shikemichi via the Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus at Me-guru Stop or take a 15-minute walk from Nagoya Station.
Small shrines called Yanegamisama sit atop the second floors of merchant houses, intended to protect the buildings and inhabitants from illnesses and misfortunes.
Location: Nakamura-ku
GPS coordinates: 35.17500,136.89250
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:55
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