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Historic Machiya Townhouse and Private Tea Room

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Takayama, a city often referred to as the Little Kyoto of the Hida region. As you stand before this remarkable structure, you are not merely looking at a house, but at a meticulously preserved vessel of history. …

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  2. 2The Architectural Language of the Machiya

    As we move deeper into the structure, let us analyze the specific architectural markers that define this space as a classic Takayama Machiya. The primary characteristic you will observe is the 'unagi no nedoko' or 'eel’s bedroom'…

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  3. 3The Clinic and the Main House: A Strange Harmony

    We now come to the most idiosyncratic aspect of this tour: the former obstetrics and gynecology clinic. Transitioning from a purely residential Machiya to a medical facility required a fascinating adaptation of space. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As we conclude our journey through this extraordinary Machiya, I hope you carry with you a deeper appreciation for the resilience of Japanese architecture and the stories embedded in these wooden walls. We have traversed the…

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What is Historic Machiya Townhouse and Private Tea Room?

Historic Machiya Townhouse and Private Tea Room is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates36.1409, 137.2589
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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