Built in 1796 by one of the city's most prominent merchant dynasties, Ohashi House offers a captivating glimpse into Edo-period wealth and craftsmanship. This impeccably preserved machiya townhouse features tatami-matted reception rooms adorned with exquisite sliding doors and hanging scrolls designed to impress visiting dignitaries. Visitors can wander through both the formal entertainment spaces and the intimate private quarters, including historic storehouses and a traditional kitchen. It is an essential cultural stop for anyone exploring the historic merchant quarters.
- Historic Site
- Traditional Architecture
- Edo Period
- Heritage House
- Machiya
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