10-21 Ochaya-cho, Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
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¥500
Explore Mitajiri Ochaya (Eikunso), a historic villa in Hofu once used by the Mori clan during the Edo period. This former residence of Lord Mori Shigetaka, the 7th lord of the Hagi domain, offers a glimpse into feudal Japan. See where important figures like Sanjo Sanetomi stayed during the turbulent times of the late Edo period. The site features traditional architecture, including a tea room relocated from Kokubunji Temple, and a Japanese garden currently under restoration. Located a short bus ride from Hofu Station, it's an ideal spot to immerse yourself in local history and culture.