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Kyoto: Exclusive Architecture Tour in Taisho Heritage Home
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Kyoto: Exclusive Architecture Tour in Taisho Heritage Home

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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) A full refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: The activity cannot follow the itinerary Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • Admission to: Hachikuan
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide
  • Refreshments

Meeting point: Kurochiku Hachiku-an (Former Kawasaki Family House) Address: 340 Sanjocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8205, Japan Please refer to the map for assistance

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Overview

On this private tour, step inside a rarely accessible townhouse designated as a Kyoto Tangible Cultural Property. Normally closed to the public, it opens exclusively for you with the guidance of an expert interpreter. Built in 1926 by merchant Inoue Risuke IV, the residence blends East and West. The Western hall, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, was designed by Goichi Takeda, while the Japanese rooms and tea house were created by sukiya master Asajiro Uesaka. Explore the salon, two-story main residence, tea house, garden, and storehouse while learning about Taisho-era aesthetics, architecture, and the lifestyle of Kyoto’s wealthy merchants. Step into a space where modernity and tradition beautifully meet.

Highlights

Exclusive private access to a Kyoto townhouse designated as a Tangible Cultural Property
Built in 1926 by merchant Inoue Risuke IV, showcasing East–West architectural fusion
Western wing designed by “father of Kansai modern architecture” Goichi Takeda; Japanese rooms and tea house by sukiya master Asajiro Uesaka
Experience both Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Western interiors and traditional Ohira-zukuri Japanese spaces under one roof
Gain deeper insight into Taisho-era life and design through a private guided tour
Stroll through a spacious 820m² property including garden, tea house, and storehouse

What's included

Admission to: Hachikuan
English / Chinese-speaking guide
Refreshments

Meeting point

Kurochiku Hachiku-an (Former Kawasaki Family House) Address: 340 Sanjocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8205, Japan Please refer to the map for assistance

Kurochiku Hachiku-an (Former Kawasaki Family House)

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 48 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Kurochiku Hachiku-an (Former Kawasaki Family House) [Return] at [八竹庵,]() You can choose to return at the following times: 11:30. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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