Daikanyama Must-Visit: 100-Year-Old Historic House 'Former Asakura House' (Admission Fee, Socks Required, Autumn Foliage Spot)

Daikanyama must-visit place,
A Taisho-era mansion and
beautiful garden,
plus a hidden autumn foliage spot.

Just 5 minutes from Daikanyama Station,
A 100-year-old
'Important Cultural Property'
'Former Asakura House' awaits.

Admission fee and 'socks required' -
We've compiled all the essential tips for your visit!

✨ ‘Former Asakura House’,

What Kind of Place Is It?

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'Former Asakura House (旧朝倉家住宅)' is
an Important Cultural Property designated by the Japanese government
built in 1919 (Taisho 8).
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As the residence of
'Torajiro Asakura,' former chairman of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly,
it preserves nearly perfectly
the appearance of a large Taisho-era mansion.
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In the heart of sophisticated Daikanyama,
travel back 100 years in time—
a special experience
you can only find here.

🍂 Historic House & Garden Walk

(Autumn Foliage Spot)

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This place has two main attractions.
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1. Main Building (A Symphony of Tatami Rooms)
The main building, where you remove your shoes to enter,
has nearly all rooms
covered in tatami.
Walking along the corridors,
you can admire each uniquely decorated room,
the architectural beauty of the Taisho era,
and the garden views.

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2. Walking Garden
(Hidden Autumn Foliage Spot)
A beautiful Japanese garden
built utilizing the cliff terrain.
Stone lanterns and ponds are arranged throughout,
making it perfect for quiet strolls.
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In spring, azaleas bloom;
in autumn, red maple leaves create a spectacular scene—
Daikanyama's hidden autumn foliage spot.

📌 Must Read Before Visiting!

(Admission Fee, Precautions)

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3 important tips to check before visiting!
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1. Socks Required
(Barefoot Entry Prohibited ❌)
This is the most important precaution.
To protect this Important Cultural Property building,
you must remove your shoes to enter,
and barefoot entry is not allowed.
(Slippers are also prohibited!)
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If you're wearing sandals in summer,
be sure to bring socks!
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2. Admission Fee (Paid)
General: 100 yen (approx. $1)
Elementary/Junior High Students: 50 yen (approx. $0.50)
(※ Free for ages 60+)
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3. No Parking
(Use Public Transportation)
There is no dedicated parking lot.
It's only a 5-minute walk from 'Daikanyama Station,'
so please use convenient public transportation.

📍 ‘Former Asakura House’

Operating Information

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⏰ Hours:
10:00 ~ 18:00 (March~October)
10:00 ~ 16:30 (November~February)
※ Last admission 30 minutes before closing
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🗓️ Closed: Every Monday
(If Monday is a holiday, closed the following weekday)
Year-end/New Year holidays (12/29 ~ 1/3)
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🚃 Access:
Tokyu Toyoko Line
'Daikanyama Station' 5 minutes on foot
'Nakameguro Station' 10 minutes on foot

📍 After the Historic House,

Where to Go Next?

(Daikanyama Course)

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After a quiet stroll through the historic house,
it's time to enjoy
Daikanyama's sophisticated present.
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➡️ Daikanyama Must-Visit Places,
Complete course from Tsutaya (T-SITE) to restaurants
and boutiques
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➡️ Nakameguro Must-Visit Places
(10 minutes walk from Daikanyama)
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➡️ Shibuya Complete Activity Guide
(3 minutes by subway from Daikanyama)