Iino Jin'ya, Government office in Futtsu, Japan
Description
Iino Jin'ya is an administrative building from the Edo period in Futtsu with traditional Japanese architecture featuring multiple structures and storage facilities on its grounds. The compound preserves the spatial organization typical of such government centers.
History
The building was founded in 1648 by Hoshina Masasada and served as a regional administrative center under the Tokugawa shogunate. It played an important role in managing and controlling local territories across several generations.
Culture
The building shows how local officials organized their administrative duties during the Edo period and how territorial control was expressed through spatial arrangement. You can still see today how different areas were used for separate functions.
Practical
The site is located in Chiba Prefecture and is accessible by local transportation from nearby cities. Visitors should allow time to explore the various buildings and spaces of the compound thoroughly.
Did you know?
It ranks among the three most notable jin'ya in Japan and was responsible for administering large territories. Few administrative buildings from this era remain in their original form today.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Futtsu).
Mother Farm
10.4 km
Shōjō-ji
8.4 kmTokyo-wan Kannon
6.3 km
Kimisarazu Tower
9.4 km
Banzu Higata
11.1 km
Sanuki Castle
6.7 km
Futtsu Park
6 km
Ōdayama Park
9.5 km
Kinreizuka Kofun
9.7 km
Dairizuka Kofun Cluster
945 m
Dairizuka Kofun
957 m
Kori Dam
4.8 km
Amaha Nitto Bus
10.9 km
Kisarazu Hometown Museum Kin-no-Suzu
9.4 km本顕寺
3.6 km
光明寺
8.8 km
Port of Kisarazu
8.9 km
選擇寺
8.9 km
Sanjōzuka Kofun
314 m成願寺 (君津市)
9 km青木亀塚古墳
1.4 km妙性寺
9.1 km松面古墳
9.6 km
Takagoyama Prefectural Natural Park
11 km
Fort No. 2
11.1 km
Fort No. 1
8.7 km
Nakanoshima
8.4 kmKujōzuka-kofun
558 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes