Home of a Diplomat, Diplomatic residence in Yamatechō, Japan
Description
The Home of a Diplomat is a two-story building with American Victorian architecture, clapboard siding, and gray slate roof featuring decorative details. The rooms are open to visitors and display the original furnishings and fixtures from that era.
History
The house was built in 1910 and initially served as a residence for a Japanese diplomat in another part of the city. After several years, the building was relocated to Yokohama where it remains today as an important cultural landmark.
Culture
The rooms show how Western and Japanese living styles existed side by side during the Meiji period. Visitors can see how foreign diplomats furnished their homes and what objects they brought from their homelands.
Practical
The location is within walking distance of a public transport hub and open most days. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes since entering some rooms requires removing footwear.
Did you know?
The building was moved to its current location after originally being constructed elsewhere. This relocation is a rare example of how valuable Western structures were preserved in Japan.
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