Shimonoseki Nabechō Post Office, Post office and cultural heritage building in Nabechō, Shimonoseki, Japan
Shimonoseki Nabechō Post Office is a postal building with architectural features from the 1970s, designed by Shirō Mitsuhashi. The structure combines functionality for postal services with design elements that show the building character of that postwar period.
This facility opened in May 1975 and played a role in developing Shimonoseki's postal infrastructure. Its recognition as a registered tangible cultural property underscores the importance of preserving it as an architectural record of that time.
The building demonstrates a conscious connection between modern postal service and preserved architecture that visitors notice in daily use. This blend of practical function and architectural care shapes how the neighborhood looks and feels.
The building is located in the Nabechō district and operates as an active post office during regular business hours. Visitors should note it is a functioning facility, so service hours apply if you need postal services.
The building is subject to strict protection rules that limit major changes to visible surfaces. This regulation keeps the structure's appearance exactly as the original architect intended.
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