Inaba Family Villa

This villa, a 15-minute walk from Usuki Station on the JR Nippo Main Line, was erected in 1902 for the Inaba family, which once ruled the former Usuki Domain. The villa has a traditional strolling garden built around a central pond. Made of high-quality Japanese cedar and hinoki cypress, the residence' design is one of a family of high social standing and includes an entranceway with a shikidai step, and a shoin-zukuri-style salon. The villa has been designated a National Tangible Cultural Property. Visitors can also view the adjoining Hirai Family Estate, a high-ranking samurai family residence which is an example of late Edo period architecture. There's also the Sabo Shimoyashiki cafe operating out of a remodeled kura storehouse.

Spot details

Address: Oita Usuki-shi Usuki 6-6 Map
Area: Tsukumi / Usuki Area
Phone: 0972623399
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Entry until 16:30)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee]330yen, Children160yen
Parking Lot: Not available
※We will give you a free ticket for 1 hour of municipal parking lot.