Kagawa Family Nagayamon Gate
The front gate of the former Kagawa family residence, whose members served for generations as chief retainers of the Iwakuni Domain during the Edo period. Believed to have been built in the Genroku era in the late 17th century, it still retains much of its original appearance. Counted among the oldest buildings in Iwakuni, it was designated a Tangible Cultural Property of Yamaguchi Prefecture in 1966. Measuring 23.29 m wide and 4.85 m deep, it features an irimoya (hip-and-gable) roof with traditional hon-kawara tiles.
The old building is really well preserved and looks great in photos. If you’re into Japanese historic sites or old houses, you’ll probably love it.
It doesn’t take long to look around, so it’s best as a quick stop on the way—just to stroll through and soak up the traditional vibe.
