Tajima Yahei Sericulture Farm

田島弥平旧宅

3.7Est. 45Isesaki, Kanto

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Overview

Historic farmhouse that pioneered advanced architectural ventilation for raising silkworms.

A pioneering silkworm farm that developed modern ventilation techniques for sericulture. The traditional two-story farmhouse features a distinctive raised roof structure designed specifically for airflow. It is a wonderful example of practical agricultural architecture from the Meiji era.

Local tips

While you cannot enter the private residence itself, the visitor center next door provides excellent scale models and explanations of the roof mechanics.

Practical info

Japanese name: 田島弥平旧宅
Nearest station: Sakai-machi Station (15 min taxi)

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