[Kobe] Colonial-style Western-style building

This house was built in 1907 by Muto Sanji, the founder of Kanebo. The furniture and fireplaces used at the time are on display, giving a glimpse into life in a Western-style building during the Meiji period. It is registered as a tangible cultural property. It is recommended for sightseeing in Kobe Maiko. ✱----------------------------------------------- [Name] Former Muto Sanji Residence [Location] 4-2051 Higashi Maiko-cho, Tarumi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo [Access] 5-minute walk from JR Maiko Station 5-minute walk from Sanyo Electric Railway Maiko Park Station [Opening hours] 10:00-17:00 (last entry 30 minutes before closing) [Closed] Mondays (next day if Monday is a national holiday), may be closed temporarily [Price] Adults 100 yen Seniors (70 years and older) 50 yen Free for elementary, junior high, and high school students and younger Visit date: August 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱ #Western-style architecture #Hyogo tourism #Kobe #Maiko #A place that feels history #Retro #Tourism