Former Hirosaki City Library, Renaissance library building in Shimoshirogane-chō, Japan.
The Former Hirosaki City Library features three wooden stories and two octagonal towers that showcase Renaissance architectural elements with Japanese influences.
The building opened in March 1906 to celebrate Japan's victory in the Russo-Japanese War and operated as a library until 1931.
The building holds exhibitions of library documents from the early 1900s alongside publications from local authors within its preserved period interior.
Visitors can access the building daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with free admission and multilingual information available at the entrance.
The structure combines Renaissance design principles with Japanese craftsmanship through its wooden construction and distinctive twin octagonal towers.
Location: Shimoshirogane-chō
Inception: March 22, 1906
Architects: Horie Sakichi
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
Website: https://city.hirosaki.aomori.jp/gaiyou/shisetsu/kyuutosyo.html
GPS coordinates: 40.60278,140.46583
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:44
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