旧中村家住宅

The Nakamura Residence features a thatched roof, wide entrance, wooden beams, and multiple rooms including a horse stable and guest quarters.

Built in 1698, the Nakamura Residence stands as the oldest documented private residence in Nagano Prefecture and received national heritage status in 1997.

The residence displays architectural elements of upper-class farming families, with separate spaces for samurai visitors and traditional smoke outlets in the roof.

Visitors can access the residence from 9:00 to 17:00 between April and November, with admission fees of 310 yen for adults and 150 yen for children.

The building preserves original axe-cut pillars from the 17th century and includes a dedicated hemp processing area within its traditional layout.

GPS coordinates: 36.60583,137.88778

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06