Buke-Yashiki (Samurai Residence)

Information

The Buke-Yashiki residence served as a home to a middle-ranking Samurai and his family 270 years ago. Today, a selection of furniture and household items from the Edo period (1603 – 1868) are displayed in the well-preserved house. There is a good English description leaflet of the various rooms and their uses in this large residence. This was not the home of a wealthy family, but the stark contrast between the elegant entrance and guest room, and the minimalist simplicity of the private quarters highlight the distinction between the public and private lives of Samurai.

Opening Hours

8:30 - 18:30 (April - September)
8:30 - 17:00 (October - March)

Closed

No closing days

Price / Entrance Fee

300 yen
150 yen (Child)
150 yen (non-Japanese tourist)

Access / Public Transport

15 minutes from JR Matsue Station by Lakeline Bus. Get off at Koizumi Yakumo Kinenkan-mae Bus stop.

Address / Location

305, Kitahoricho, Matsue-shi, Shimane, 690-0888

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