Kosaka Mine Office

Kosaka Kouzan Jimusho

Favorite

A national Important Cultural Property: a beautifully preserved Renaissance-style building that was once the office of a Meiji-era mine.

Historic Sites
National Treasure

Tourist destination images of Kosaka Mine Office(1)

HighlightsBeautiful Renaissance-style exterior
Designated as a National Important Cultural Property
Recognized as a Modern Industrial Heritage site
Exhibitions depicting the past
Restaurant and gift shops

Basic Information

Address: 48-2 Furudate, Kosaka Mine, Kosaka-machi, Kazuno-gun, Akita Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Akita

Access: 15-minute walk from Kosaka Station on the JR Hanaoka Line Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Year-end and New Year holidays (December 27th - January 3rd)

Fee: General & High school students: ¥300 (¥240 for groups of 20 or more) Elementary & Junior high school students: ¥150 (¥120 for groups of 20 or more) Kōraku-kan, Mining Office, and Local History Museum Combined Ticket: Kōraku-kan regular performance and visits to all three facilities: General & High school students: ¥2200 (¥1940 for groups of 20 or more) Elementary & Junior high school students: ¥1050 (¥940 for groups of 20 or more) Visits to all three facilities: General & High school students: ¥900 (¥760 for groups of 20 or more) Elementary & Junior high school students: ¥400 (¥350 for groups of 20 or more)

HP: http://kosaka-mco.com/publics/index/46/

Overview

The Kosaka Mine Office was built in 1905 (Meiji 38) as the administrative office for the Kosaka Mine. During the mine's heyday, this building played a crucial role as its operational center. Imagining the numerous employees who once worked here evokes a sense of the vibrancy and bustling atmosphere of the time. The Kosaka Mine Office boasts a beautiful Renaissance-style exterior, reflecting the influence of Western culture prevalent at the time. The attention to detail is evident in features such as the dormer windows on the roof and the porch of the main entrance, making it a captivating sight. The Kosaka Mine Office is more than just a historical building; it's a true work of art, showcasing the technological prowess and aesthetic sensibilities of its era. The interior also retains traces of the past, with the spiral staircase being particularly impressive. The pillars crafted from Akita cedar and the beautifully curved handrails are testaments to the skill of the artisans. Designated as a National Important Cultural Property, the Kosaka Mine Office is also recognized as a Modern Industrial Heritage site. Visiting the Kosaka Mine Office allows you to experience the history of the Kosaka Mine and the advanced technology of the time. It also serves as an important symbol of Kosaka-machi, conveying the region's culture and history.