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Kumagai Residence
The Kumagai Residence is located in Oda City, Shimane Prefecture. This restored house reminds us of the time when Iwami Ginzan produced one third of the world's silver.
The Kumagai Residence
Now restored and open for visiting, the Kumagai Residence was once home to the wealthiest merchant family during the time when the Iwami Ginzan silver mine prospered.
The rooms inside give visitors an insight on upper class life back in the 17th century, with displays of tableware, kimonos, and other family possessions.
Location
| Name | Kumagai Residence |
|---|---|
| Web Sites | (In Japanese) http://kumagai.city.ohda.lg.jp/ |
| Address | 63, Omori-cho, Oda-shi, Shimane |
| Access | Approx. 25 minutes by bus from JR Oda-shi Station to Daikanshoato Bus Stop then continue for 2 minutes' walk |
| Business Hours | 9:30 to 17:00 (entry allowed until 16:30) |
| Inquiries | TEL:0854-89-9003 (Kumagai Residence) |
| Admission | Adults: 500 yen; Foreign visitors: 300 yen |
| Closed | Every last Tuesday of the month (the next day if that Tuesday is a national holiday) New Year Holidays (December 29 - January 3) |
