Iba House
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Overview
The house was designed as the residence of Shinkichi Iba, the fourth son of Teigo Iba, the second president of the former Sumitomo Zaibatsu.
Shinkichi Iba served as the village head of Azuchi Town and the priest of Sasaki Shrine, and was also known as a painter.
The building is a three-story wooden building with a half-timbered exterior. The first floor is based on Japanese style, and the second floor is based on Western style.
- Built: 1913
- Location: 191 Konaka, Azuchi-cho, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture
- Cultural property type: City-designated cultural property
- Shooting date: December 23, 2021
Visit
Iba house is managaed by the volunteer group Oregano. You can tour without reservation during business hours. If you have a large number of visitors, please make a reservation by the day before the tour using the contact information below.
- Tour fee: Free (donations are welcome)
- Opening hours: 10:00-16:00 (reception until 15:30)
- Opening days: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and appointment date
- Phone number: +81-748-46-6324
Access
- 6 minutes from "Azuchi Station" on the JR Biwako Line
- No parking lot (If you come by car, please use the parking of Sasaki Shrine)