Aizu Bukeyashiki (Samurai Residence) is an historical open-air museum where visitors can learn about the history of Aizu and sample some of the specialty products of Fukushima.
Stroll around the residences to take in traditional Japanese architecture, including the residence of Tanomo Saigo, the Aizu Domain's chief retainer, a magistrate's office, a tea ceremony house, a rice mill, and a warehouse (resource center).
Visitors can also enjoy local specialty food at the onsite Kuyotei restaurant, and find specialty products from Aizu and other parts of Fukushima at Sato-Kobo Kokon, as well as enjoying hand-painting traditional toys and practicing Japanese archery, which is perfect for young kids.
Besides such cultural enjoyment, the natural beauty of the spring cherry blossoms and the autumnal foliage are a major attraction for tourists.
| Website | https://aizuwakamatsu.mylocal.jp/en/trip/spot-list/-/spotdetail/spotinfo/1000000069/3999496 |
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| Contact |
Aizu Bukeyashiki (+81) 242-28-2525 info-buke@bukeyashiki.com |
| Best Season | All Year |
| Opening Hours |
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (9:00 AM - 4:30 PM for Dec. - Mar.) Open everyday |
| Parking | Available |
| Entrance Fee | Adults: 850 yen Junior High School Age: 550 yen Elementary School Students: 450 yen Groups of over 25 people: 750 yen per person |
| Access | 1 Innai, Ishiyama, Higashiyama-machi, Aizu-Wakamatsu City, Fukushima Pref. 965-0813 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 15 min from Aizu-Wakamatsu I.C. exit off the Ban-etsu Expressway By Train: 15 min bus ride from Aizuwakamatsu Station on the JR Tadami Line or the JR Ban-etsu West Line |
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