Qidong Street Japanese Houses

Nine Japanese-style wooden houses on Qidong Street display traditional architectural elements including sliding door verandas, tiled roofs, and wooden structural frames.

Built between 1910 and 1945, these residences housed Japanese government officials during colonial rule and later accommodated Chinese Nationalist military personnel after World War II.

The buildings reflect the architectural fusion of Japanese design with local Taiwanese materials, demonstrating the cultural exchange during the colonial period.

The site functions as the Taiwan Literature Base, offering literature exhibitions and cultural events, accessible via Taipei's MRT public transportation system.

These structures represent the first cluster of historic buildings saved from demolition through the 2016 amendments to Taiwan's Cultural Heritage Preservation Act.

Location: Taipei

Location: Zhongzheng District

GPS coordinates: 25.04116,121.52848

Latest update: May 14, 2025 13:58