Former Matsusaka Family Residence

One of the most iconic examples of merchant architecture in the Takehara Historic District.
The impressive exterior features a karahafu gabled roof, eaves, and continuous latticed windows, while the interior maintains an elegant and refined atmosphere.
Built during the Bunsei era at the end of the Edo period and renovated in 1879.
The family once operated extensive salt production and brewing businesses, and the building still reflects the history of Takehara’s prosperity throughout its structure.

car

3 min by car from Takehara Station (JR Kure Line)
16 min by car from Kawachi IC (Sanyo Expressway)
22 min by car from Hiroshima Airport

walking

14 min on foot from Takehara Station (JR Kure Line)
5 min on foot from Michi-no-Eki Takehara

Train

130 minutes by train from JR Hiroshima Station to JR Takehara Station

bus

80 min from JR Hiroshima Station by express bus “Kaguya-hime-go,” then a 7-min walk from the “Shinko-bashi” bus stop