Kyu Asakura House
In Brief
History Museum in Daikanyama, Tokyo
10am - 4pm. Varies by season
100
Allow 30 minutes
Closed: Monday, except on holidays; The day following a holiday; New Year holidays
旧朝倉家住宅
Updated 12 June 2020
About Kyu Asakura House
Constructed in 1919, the Kyu Asakura House was once the home of an influential politician. The house and beautiful garden are an excellent example of the Taisho period architecture and design.
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