2214 Honmachi, Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture
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¥500
Discover the birthplace of the Mitsui family in Matsusaka, where the founder of the Mitsui Group, Takatoshi Mitsui, was born and raised. While the interior is not open to the public, visitors can admire the impressive gate and learn about the family's history from the information board. Located along the former Ise Road, it's a significant historical site for those interested in the origins of one of Japan's largest conglomerates. A lion statue from Mitsukoshi is located in a nearby plaza, said to grant wishes to those who touch it. Best visited during a stroll through the historic Ise Road area.