Ōzu Redbrick Hall

The Ōzu Redbrick Hall features English red bricks and Japanese rooftiles with Sho characters displayed on the demon tiles at its perimeter.

The building opened in December 1901 as the Ozu Commercial Bank headquarters during a period of economic prosperity driven by wax and silk manufacturing.

The structure exemplifies Japanese-Western Eclectic Architecture, reflecting the integration of Western construction methods with traditional Japanese design elements.

Visitors can explore the first-floor souvenir shop featuring local Tobe ceramics and handmade accessories, while the second floor houses a café with views.

The building provides rental spaces for exhibitions and meetings, with first-floor rates starting at 420 yen per hour.

Location: Ozu

Inception: December 1901

Official opening: May 1991

Architectural style: Japanese-Western Eclectic Architecture

GPS coordinates: 33.50781,132.54694

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06