Setagaya Daikan Yashiki

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The residence and office of the Ohba family, who governed the Setagaya territory for the Ii family of the Hikone clan during the Edo period. It's the only local governor's residence remaining in Tokyo designated as a National Important Cultural Property. The thatched-roof main house and front gate convey the authority of that time, offering a deep dive into local history.

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Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Setagaya Daikan Yashiki

Address
1-29-18 Setagaya, Setagaya City, Tokyo
Website
https://www.kanko-setagaya.jp/
Operator
Setagaya City Industrial Promotion Organization

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