Kitadake Residence

Kitake Jutaku, located in Nonami City, is a historic townhouse built by wealthy farmers of the Kaga Domain. Its features include a beautiful garden viewed from a large courtyard surrounded by vast forests, and the ash drawings on the irori fireplace are not to be missed. You can experience a Japanese house from the Edo period. In addition, there are lacquer carvings by Chie Aoki and contemporary art exhibitions, which can be appreciated in conjunction with the building.

The Kitake Residence in Nonichi City boasts a Meiji era garden and tea room as its main attractions. The garden, which can be viewed from the tea room built in the style of a sukiya-zukuri architecture, is definitely worth seeing. The structure of the tea room, with its large eaves extending into the main building, and the hearth decorated with ashes in the style of a karesansui garden, are unique to the Kaga region. Additionally, it's interesting to note that the waterway flowing from this garden connects to the neighboring house. Its historical value and beauty attract visitors.

The Kitake Residence in Nonochi City boasts an attractive architectural style that evokes the Kaga Domain's ten villages. The view from the vast garden and the ash drawings on the irori fireplace are beautiful. Built in the late Edo period, this historic building is considered the pinnacle of Kanazawa machiya architecture and is a nationally designated important cultural property. Its very existence is a work of art. When visiting, the interior is also open for viewing, and even the worn-out walls have a cool, stylish appearance.

The Kitake House in Nonochi City is a charming spot where history and contemporary art blend together. The "Forms of Expression" contemporary art exhibition, which takes advantage of the beauty of the garden and architecture, fills the entire townhouse with a sense of vitality through sculptures and installations that explore the theme of the existence of humans and materials. In addition, the exhibition is a must-see for its unique concepts and dynamic expressions by more than 10 artists. Please enjoy a special experience that can only be had at this location.

The Kitake Residence in Nonochi City is a nationally designated important cultural property that still embodies the Edo period townhouse architecture. The beautiful architectural style and atmosphere unique to the Kaga region are evident in the tea room with a sukiya-style writing room overlooking the garden, and the irori fireplace with ash drawn like a dry landscape garden. Don't miss the lacquer carvings by Chie Aoki and contemporary art exhibitions. Enjoy a unique time travel experience at this place where historical value and artistic beauty are fused together.