Vories Memorial Hall

The white Western-style building features a symmetrical design with large windows, refined architectural details, and classical elements across its two-story structure.

The memorial hall, constructed in 1931, served as the residence of American architect William Merrell Vories, who designed over 1600 buildings throughout Japan.

The museum displays personal artifacts, architectural drawings, and photographic collections that document the fusion of Western and Japanese design principles.

Visitors can access the memorial hall through guided tours that present detailed information about the architectural elements and historical significance of each room.

The building maintains its original interior furnishings from the 1930s, including imported American furniture and custom-made wooden fixtures designed by Vories.

Location: Omihachiman

Inception: 1931

Architects: Merrell Vories Hitotsuyanagi

Website: http://vories.com/zaidan/kinenkan

GPS coordinates: 35.13986,136.09472

Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:34