Kiryū Meijikan

The Kiryū Meijikan building combines Western architectural elements with traditional Japanese design through its Giyōfū architectural style in Gunma Prefecture.

Established in 1878 as the Gunma Prefecture Health Office, the structure represents a period of rapid modernization during the early Meiji era.

The building exemplifies the architectural transformation of Japan during the Meiji period when Western influences began shaping Japanese construction methods.

Located at coordinates 36.412139, 139.309528, this historic site opened to public visits in 1986 and maintains regular hours for architectural tours.

The building incorporates specific construction techniques from both Japanese and Western traditions, creating a distinct architectural composition in Gunma Prefecture.

Location: Aioi-chō

Inception: August 30, 1878

Official opening: May 1, 1986

Architectural style: Giyōfū architecture

Website: https://city.kiryu.lg.jp/shisetsu/bunka/meijikan/1005113.html

GPS coordinates: 36.41214,139.30953

Latest update: March 13, 2025 02:23