476 Kokucho, Suzaka, Nagano Prefecture
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¥1,500
The Gousho no Yakata Tanaka Honke Museum, located in Suzaka, Nagano Prefecture, is the former residence of the Tanaka family, wealthy merchants who served as purveyors to the Suzaka Domain during the Edo period. The museum showcases a collection of family heirlooms, including calligraphy, paintings, and ceramics, within the well-preserved estate featuring 20 storehouses, a main house, and a guest hall. Visitors can explore the beautiful gardens and gain insight into the lifestyle of a prosperous merchant family. The museum is about a 10-minute taxi ride from Suzaka Station on the Nagano Electric Railway. Special exhibitions are held periodically, offering a glimpse into unique aspects of Japanese culture and history. Consider visiting in the autumn to enjoy the stunning foliage in the garden.