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|English Name=Yagyu Karo Residence | |English Name=Yagyu Karo Residence | ||
|Japanese Name=旧柳生藩家老屋敷 | |Japanese Name=旧柳生藩家老屋敷 | ||
|Year= | |Year=mid 1800's | ||
|Residence Type=Upper Class | |Residence Type=Upper Class | ||
|Samurai Residence Designations=Local Historic Site | |Samurai Residence Designations=Local Historic Site | ||
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|City=Nara | |City=Nara | ||
|Prefecture=Nara Prefecture | |Prefecture=Nara Prefecture | ||
|Background=This was the residence of the karō (chief retainer) of the Yagyu Domain. Oyamada Shurei, chief retainer of the Yagyu, was awarded the plot of land for his | |Background=This was the residence of the karō (chief retainer) of the Yagyu Domain. Oyamada Shurei, chief retainer of the Yagyu, was awarded the plot of land for his success reforming the domain’s finances. The stone walls were constructed in 1841 by a mason from Owari, and the garden was laid out by the noted tea ceremony master Kizu Rosen. The residence includes a nagayamon gate, earthen walls, and a garden. It is a beautifully preserved example of the lifestyle of a high-ranking retainer in a small rural domain. | ||
In 1964, the house came into the possession of writer Yamaoka Sohachi. It is said that the concept for the NHK historical drama ''Spring Slope'' (Haru no Saka), featuring Yagyū Munenori, was written here. After Yamaoka’s death, the property was donated to Nara City. Today it is maintained as a museum, with displays on the | In 1964, the house came into the possession of writer Yamaoka Sohachi. It is said that the concept for the NHK historical drama ''Spring Slope'' (Haru no Saka), featuring Yagyū Munenori, was written here. After Yamaoka’s death, the property was donated to Nara City. Today it is maintained as a museum, with displays on the Yagyu clan and Edo Period culture. | ||
|GPSLocation=34.73246, 135.95024 | |GPSLocation=34.73246, 135.95024 | ||
|Visits=February 11, 2025 | |Visits=February 11, 2025 | ||
Revision as of 22:26, 31 August 2025
This was the residence of the karō (chief retainer) of the Yagyu Domain. Oyamada Shurei, chief retainer of the Yagyu, was awarded the plot of land for his success reforming the domain’s finances. The stone walls were constructed in 1841 by a mason from Owari, and the garden was laid out by the noted
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This was the residence of the karō (chief retainer) of the Yagyu Domain. Oyamada Shurei, chief retainer of the Yagyu, was awarded the plot of land for his success reforming the domain’s finances. The stone walls were constructed in 1841 by a mason from Owari, and the garden was laid out by the noted tea ceremony master Kizu Rosen. The residence includes a nagayamon gate, earthen walls, and a garden. It is a beautifully preserved example of the lifestyle of a high-ranking retainer in a small rural domain.
In 1964, the house came into the possession of writer Yamaoka Sohachi. It is said that the concept for the NHK historical drama Spring Slope (Haru no Saka), featuring Yagyū Munenori, was written here. After Yamaoka’s death, the property was donated to Nara City. Today it is maintained as a museum, with displays on the Yagyu clan and Edo Period culture.
| Yagyu Karo Residence Profile | |
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| English Name | Yagyu Karo Residence |
| Japanese Name | 旧柳生藩家老屋敷 |
| Year | mid 1800's |
| Residence Type | Upper Class |
| Designations | Local Historic Site |
| Features | Gates, Garden, House |
| Visitor Information | 9am - 5pm (closed for New Year's holidays); 350 yen admission |
| Website | https://www.city.nara.lg.jp/site/yagyuu/ |
| Location | Nara, Nara Prefecture |
| Castle | Yagyu Jin'ya |
| Coordinates | 34.73246, 135.95024 |
| Yagyu Jin'ya and nearby Samurai Homes | |
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| Admin | |
| Visits | February 11, 2025 |
| Added Jcastle | 2025 |
| Contributor | Eric |
