Sanada Residence

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Sanada Residence

A national historic site which preserves the palace architecture from the late Edo Period.

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The 9th lord of Matsushiro Domain, Sanada Yukinori, built this as a home outside the castle for his mother in law, Teishoin, in 1864. It was called “the new palace” back then. Yukinori moved in here after he retired. It consists of the main home, front gate, earthen storehouses and garden, preserving the late Edo-Period palace architecture to this day. It is designated as a national historic site along with Matsushiro Castle.

The palace architecture has characteristics of both private and public functions, which can be seen throughout this residence, such as the front gate with wide steps in the entryway used only for special guests in the Edo Period or the cedar door which separated the private and work spaces.

The garden view from the residence changes the appearance in four seasons and it is worth a look. The distant mountains are taken into the garden design, and you can step inside the home and see it. The water of the pond comes via Sensui Canal from the upper stream down finally into Matsushiro Castle’s moat.

Seven earthen storehouses surround the residence, one of which is used as a workshop, offering various crafts on occasions.

Highlights

  • There are many nearby historic sites related to the Sanada family, opened to the public.
  • The workshop offers crafts such as bookmarks made of folded and cut paper. Check the website for details.
  • You can visit on a wheelchair.

Photos

  • “The new palace” where Yukinori moved in after he retired

    “The new palace” where Yukinori moved in after he retired

  • The garden which is to be enjoyed from the residence

    The garden which is to be enjoyed from the residence

  • The big pond enhancing the charm of the garden

    The big pond enhancing the charm of the garden

  • Many historic sites nearby such as the former Matsushiro Domain’s bell tower

    Many historic sites nearby such as the former Matsushiro Domain’s bell tower

  • Sanada Family’s documents, etc. kept in the earthen storehouses are displayed in the nearby treasure house.

    Sanada Family’s documents, etc. kept in the earthen storehouses are displayed in the nearby treasure house.

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Details

Name in Japanese
真田邸
Postal Code
381-1231
Address
1 Matsushiromachi-matsushiro, Nagano City, Nagano
Telephone
026-215-6702
Closed
December 29th-January 3rd
Business Hours
9:00am-5:00pm
November-March: 9:00am-4:30pm
*Last admission is 30 minutes prior to closing time.
Admission
Adult 400 yen, Middle / Elementary schooler 100 yen
Directions
From JR Nagano Station, ride the City Bus, get off at Matsushiro-eki Stop and walk 5 min.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)