Genjū-an, Historic house at Chikatsuo Shrine in Ōtsu, Japan.
The wooden structure sits on the shrine grounds, featuring traditional Japanese architectural elements with thatched roofing and minimalist design principles.
The poet Matsuo Basho resided in this house during the Genroku Era from 1688 to 1704, where he wrote his renowned Genju-an Diary.
The house demonstrates Japanese architectural techniques through its wooden construction methods and integration with the surrounding natural landscape.
Visitors can reach Genju-an via a 30-minute walk from Keihan Ishiyama-dera Station or take a direct bus to the Genju-an stop.
A stone monument inscribed with one of Basho's haikus stands on the grounds, marking the connection between poetry and place.
Location: Ōtsu
GPS coordinates: 34.96553,135.88986
Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:54
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