Nakasendo Wada-juku Honjin (Main Inn)
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The Honjin (main inn) of Wada-juku on the Nakasendo is a precious building that almost perfectly preserves the appearance of a traditional inn from the Edo period. Imagine the lives of people from that era as you soak in the historical atmosphere.
Highlights
- Explore a precious Honjin building from the Edo period.
- View exhibits that bring daily life from that era to life.
- Learn about the role and history of the Honjin.
- Discover historical sites such as the Wada-juku townscape and Wada Pass nearby.
- A must-see for history enthusiasts!
Basic Information
- Address
- 2854-1 Wada, Nagawa-machi, Koagata-gun, Nagano Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Nagano
- Access
- Take the JR Hokuriku Shinkansen and Shinano Railway to Ueda Station, then a JR bus for about 50 minutes. Transfer to a Nagawa Town bus at "Nagakubo". Show route
- Op.Hours
- Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Cld.Days
- Mondays
- Fee
- Adults: ¥300, Children: ¥150
Overview
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