Tamugimata, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Discover the Former Endo Residence, a unique multi-layered traditional house in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture. This culturally significant three-story thatched-roof farmhouse showcases architectural adaptations to the region's heavy snowfall and sericulture practices. Designated as an important prefectural cultural property, the residence offers a glimpse into the past with its well-preserved interior and historical artifacts. Located in Tamugimata, it's a 3-minute walk from the Tamugimata bus stop (60-minute bus ride from Tsuruoka Station). Open to visitors, admission is ¥300 for adults and ¥200 for children, making it an affordable and enriching experience.