Former Usuki Domain Lord Inaba Family Shimoyashiki Residence

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Explore the Former Usuki Domain Lord Inaba Family Shimoyashiki Residence, a beautifully preserved estate open to the public. Once home to the Inaba family, former lords of the Usuki domain, this 3,500-square-meter property features elegant architecture and serene gardens. Admire the traditional Japanese design in the shoin-style drawing room and audience chamber. Don't miss the adjacent Former Hirai Family Residence, a preserved Edo-era samurai house. Located a 10-minute walk from JR Usuki Station, the residence is registered as a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property. Open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM), it offers a glimpse into Japan's feudal past.

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