Izumi-Fumoto Samurai Residences

Approximately a five-minute drive from JR Izumi Station, these samurai residences cover an area of around 46 hectares in the central part of Izumi City. It is a nationally-designated important traditional architecture preservation district. One of the outer castles set up by the Satsuma clan in the Edo period (1603-1868), it was constructed first and was the largest because it was a major defensive location near the Higo Domain. Remnants such as the divisions resembling go board pieces and stone walls remain, and two of the restored samurai residences are now open to the general public. The Takezoe residence is used as for the location for historical dramas. In addition, services such as the Izumo ox carriages and kimono wearing experiences are also on offer.

Spot details

Address: Kagoshima Pref. Izumishi Fumotochou 10-39 Fountain at the foot History Hall Map
Area: Kitasatsuma Area
Phone: 0996681390
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Admission until 16:30)
*Wednesday Fumoto History Museum and Public Bukeyashiki
Closed: [Public Bukeyashiki/Takezoe House/Taisho House]open everyday
[De Wednesday Fumoto Historical Museum]3rdWednesday(The next day if it falls on a public holiday)
Fees: [Common admission card for 3 facilities] High school students and above 510yen, Elementary and junior high school students 300yen
Parking Lot: Available(Approx. 20 spaces)
Credit Card: Available (partially available)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available
Note: ※Telephone connects to De Wednesday Fumoto Historical Museum.
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Available