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Nagamachi Samurai District

Ishikawa · Kanazawa · Architecture

Japanese name: 長町武家屋敷跡

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Nagamachi Samurai District
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WHAT TO DONagamachi Samurai District

Earthen walls line the samurai quarter, wrapped in straw mats each winter - protection that becomes a seasonal sight.

WHEREIshikawa

Kanazawa · Kanazawa

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Earthen walls line the samurai quarter, wrapped in straw mats each winter - protection that becomes a seasonal sight.

About this place

Nagamachi Samurai Residence District is a tourist spot in Nagamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Samurai residences of upper- and middle-class retainers of the Kaga Domain stand in a row. Earthen walls and stone-paved lanes continue, letting visitors enjoy the atmosphere of the feudal era. In winter, straw mats (komo-kake) are hung to protect the earthen walls from snow and frost. It is located on the west side of Korinbo, the downtown area of Kanazawa.

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Founded / opened:Edo period Highlights / collection:Earthen walls and irrigation channel, Nomura family residence Genre:Architecture

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