The Old Shioya Demise

The Old Shioya Demise features traditional Japanese wooden architecture with sliding doors, tatami floors, and carefully designed interior spaces throughout the structure.

Built during the Edo period, this merchant residence served as a commercial and living space for local traders who contributed to the economic growth of Toyooka.

Each room within the house displays period-specific furniture and artifacts that demonstrate the daily routines and living standards of Japanese merchants.

The house opens daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with guided tours available in Japanese, and informational brochures provided in multiple languages.

The building incorporates specific architectural elements that protected merchants' valuable goods from fires, including thick earthen walls and hidden storage spaces.

GPS coordinates: 35.26919,134.23104

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:16