Saga Toriimoto, Traditional neighborhood preservation district in Ukyō-ku, Japan
Saga Toriimoto is a traditional neighborhood with a main street lined by carefully restored houses from the Meiji period, displaying classic Japanese architecture. The district preserves the appearance and spatial layout of an original residential street with its typical narrow lanes and wooden facades.
The neighborhood emerged during the Heian period as a residential zone for nobles and people connected to the imperial court. The visible houses date mainly from the Meiji period, when the district underwent major renewal while retaining its original character as a residential street.
The two temples within the neighborhood shape the daily visual experience for visitors. They house numerous stone statues that reflect different artistic styles and spiritual traditions.
The neighborhood is easy to explore on foot, as most points of interest lie along or near the main street. Getting there by bus followed by a walk through the streets works well, and information centers offer orientation help and maps.
A restored old house in the area functions as a museum showing detailed models of how the street looked in the past. The display helps visitors understand the layout and daily life of a traditional house from that era.
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