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Izumisano Furusato Machiyakan (Former Niigawa Residence, a Designated Cultural Property of Izumisano City)
A Historic Japanese Townhouse from the Edo Period (1603–1868)
Historic Townhouse from the Edo Period
🏡 Machiya Built for a Soy Sauce Merchant
This townhouse was built in the late Edo period (1770-1860) by Niikawa Kiuchi II to run a soy sauce business. Retaining a strong Edo period architectural style, it offers a glimpse into Japan’s historical craftsmanship.
🏡 Step into History
Inside, visitors can tour faithfully recreated rooms, including a traditional kitchen. Soy sauce-making tools and everyday items from the Edo period are also on display.
🎨 Expansion and Artistic Heritage of the Meiji Era
During the Meiji period (1868-1912), the tatami room was extended, and sliding door paintings by Taizan Hine, a well-known painter from Izumisano, were added. These paintings reflect the historical vibrancy and artistic heritage of Izumisano.
🎭 Living Cultural Spaces
Today, this townhouse is not just a historical site; it is also a vibrant community space that hosts flea markets, seasonal festivals, and hands-on cultural workshops.
📌 Basic Information
📍Izumisano Furusato Machiyakan (Former Niigawa Residence, a Designated Cultural Property of Izumisano City)
📍泉佐野ふるさと町屋館（旧新川家住宅）
| 📞 Phone | 072-469-5673（Japanese Only） |
| 🏠 Address | 5-29 Honmachi, Izumisano City |
| 🚉 Access | 6-minute walk from Izumisano Station on the Nankai Main Line |
| 🚗 Parking | Available (11-25 Honmachi, Izumisano City, 2–3 minutes on foot from the facility) |
| 🕒 Business Hours | Exhibition Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| ❌ Closed | New Year’s Holidays |
| 💳 Payment Methods | Cash only (Japanese yen) |
| 💴 Admission | ◆ Individual: General: ¥200 High school & university students: ¥100 ◆ Groups (20 or more people): General: ¥100 High school & university students: ¥50 ◆ Free Admission: ✅ Children (15 years old and under) ✅ Seniors (65 years old and older) ✅ Visitors with disabilities (Please present a disability certificate or equivalent proof) |
| 📅 Reservation | Not required |
📌 Note: Prices include tax. Information may change, so please contact the facility before visiting.
🔗Official Website: https://nigiwaihonpo.or.jp/en/
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ℹ️ Detailed Information
📸 A Popular Photo Spot
Izumisano Furusato Machiyakan is a must-visit photo spot, featuring a beautifully preserved Edo-period townhouse. The traditional Japanese architecture and authentic interiors offer the perfect backdrop for capturing unforgettable memories of your visit!
🎎 Try Traditional Japanese Toys!
At Izumisano Furusato Machiyakan, experience the joy of playing with traditional Japanese toys, including:
✅ Otedama – A beanbag juggling game
✅ Kendama – A cup-and-ball skill toy
Feel free to ask the staff for instructions and enjoy a fun, hands-on cultural experience!
⭐Highlights
🏡 Step into the Culture of Osaka Merchants in the Late Edo Period (1770–1860)
At Izumisano Furusato Machiya Museum, explore traditional tools and household items on display. Take a tour through faithfully recreated spaces, including the bookkeeping tables where business transactions once took place. This immersive experience allows visitors to gain a firsthand understanding of the traditional lifestyle of the time!
🗣 About the Museum’s Information Staff (Japanese only)
Friendly and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the Izumisano Furusato Machiya Museum, sharing a mix of fascinating historical facts and light-hearted anecdotes.
📌 Note: Guided tours are conducted in Japanese. If you require an interpreter-guide, please contact us in advance.
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