This is a historic and upscale residential area, and it's really peaceful all around. You can admire the beautiful old houses and really feel the literary atmosphere.
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Hayashi Fumiko Memorial Hall
A carefully designed traditional Japanese home where author Hayashi Fumiko once lived.
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This memorial hall is dedicated to Hayashi Fumiko, the author known for such major works as “Diary of a Vagabond” and “Floating Clouds.”
The building was her home from 1941 until her death about 10 years later. When building the house, Hayashi studied architecture and even visited traditional homes in Kyoto with her architect. Her attention to detail can be seen throughout the house.
The living room with its sunken kotatsu table and the original tableware have also been preserved, offering visitors a glimpse into the character of a traditional Japanese home from years past.
Be sure to see the study where Hayashi Fumiko worked on her writing.
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An especially appealing destination for literature lovers.
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The carefully designed traditional Japanese home is worth visiting even if you are not familiar with Hayashi’s work.
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The garden features seasonal flowers and plants throughout the year.
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Hayashi Fumiko Memorial Hall
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The memorial hall viewed from the street
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 新宿区立 林芙美子記念館
- Postal Code
- 161-0035
- Address
- 2-20-1 Nakai, Shinjuku City, Tokyo
- Phone
- 03-5996-9207
- Admission
- Adults: ¥150; elementary and junior high school students: ¥50
- Closed on
- Mondays (or the following day when Monday is a public holiday) and the New Year holidays (December 29–January 3); opening hours
- Access
- About a 7-minute walk from Nakai Station on the Toei Oedo Line or Seibu Shinjuku Line
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)