Former British Consulate in Shimonoseki
Former British Consulate in Shimonoseki, British diplomatic building in Karato, Shimonoseki, Japan
The two-story brick building features red and white stone elements, stepped gables with chimneys, and a three-part arch entrance design.
Following its construction in 1906, the consulate served British diplomatic operations until 1940, when deteriorating relations between Japan and Britain led to closure.
The structure stands as the oldest existing consulate building in Japan, representing early 20th-century diplomatic relations between Japan and foreign nations.
Visitors can explore the first-floor exhibition room displaying consulate history and enjoy British refreshments at Eikokukan cafe on the second floor.
The British Royal Family granted permission to restore the original entrance emblem during the 2008 preservation work of this Important Cultural Property.
Location: Shimonoseki
Inception: December 1906
Website: http://kyu-eikoku-ryoujikan.com
GPS coordinates: 33.95694,130.94319
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:41
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