Chōchōkaku, Historic house in Beppu, Japan.
Description
Chōchōkaku is a wooden house in Beppu with traditional Japanese architectural elements from classical design. The interior displays carefully crafted wooden joints and tatami mat floors that are typical of Japanese residential styles.
History
The house was built in 1929 and represents residential architecture from early 20th-century Japan. It later received official recognition as a registered cultural property, preserving it as an important historical record.
Culture
The house reveals how prosperous families in Beppu organized their daily lives and used their spaces in the early 1900s. The layout and decoration show the social customs of that period.
Practical
The house is located in the city of Beppu and is open to visitors during set hours. Guided tours are available to explain the architectural details and how the spaces were designed.
Did you know?
The house shows through its architectural features how Japanese design was changing during the 1920s. Traditional building techniques mixed with new construction elements, reflecting a time of transition.
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