1-4-33 Imaizumi, Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Located a short 3-minute walk from JR Utsunomiya Station, the Former Shinohara Residence is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property. This well-preserved building showcases the lifestyle of a wealthy merchant family from the Meiji era, who made their fortune in soy sauce brewing and fertilizer sales. Visitors can explore the main house and storehouse, admiring the traditional architecture featuring black plaster walls and Oya stone. The residence offers a glimpse into Utsunomiya's past and is an easily accessible historical landmark. Admission is ¥100 for adults and ¥50 for children, making it an affordable cultural experience.