Higashiosaka Residence Memorial Museum

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The "Higashiosaka Residence" is a two-story wooden Western-style building that was built in Shisakajima (Imabari City) as a separate residence for the Sumitomo family in 1906. After more than 110 years, it had deteriorated due to aging, so it was relocated and restored to Hoshigoe Mountain in the city of Niihama, where Shisakajima can be seen in the distance. In November 2018, it was opened to the public as the "Higashiosaka Residence Memorial Museum," which aims to widely disseminate the history of Sumitomo's efforts to overcome air pollution. The external fixtures such as the roof tiles, outer walls, and windows that had deteriorated, as well as the structural materials such as pillars and beams related to seismic and durability performance, were faithfully reproduced with new parts. On the other hand, the internal parts were reused as much as possible, and about 95% of the approximately 10,000 parts, including floor materials, waistboards, ceiling materials, interior fixtures, and fireplace stones and furniture, were relocated and restored.

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Feel the History of Niimi City's Architectural Structures

The Higobashi Residence Memorial Museum in Niimi City is a Western-style building that was constructed as a villa for the Sumitomo family. After more than 110 years, it was moved to Hoshikoshiyama and opened to the public. From the observation deck, you can enjoy views of the islands of Shikoku and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as Niimi's industrial complexes. You can also feel the efforts made to overcome air pollution that occurred in this area. The beautiful garden is also a must-see attraction!

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Beautiful Gardens and Seasonal Landscapes

The Niimi Besshi Residence Memorial Museum in Shinnihama City is a spot where you can enjoy beautiful gardens and seasonal landscapes. This place is a relocated and preserved villa of the Sumitomo family, built over 110 years ago. In spring, the pink moss phlox blooms in full glory. The view from the observation deck of the factory cluster and the Seto Inland Sea is also breathtaking! In addition, there are many historical architectural elements such as staircase pillars and Oshima stone fireplaces influenced by Arts & Crafts.

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Experience a Japanese House from the Early Showa Period

The Higurashi Bessho Memorial Museum in Niimi City is a rare spot where you can experience a Japanese house from the early Showa period. This building was constructed as a villa for the Sumitomo family and uses about 10,000 reused materials, giving it a unique, rounded design. In addition, furnishings and household items from the time are on display, allowing you to catch a glimpse of the lifestyle of the era. Why not enjoy a unique time travel experience at this free and open location?

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Learn about the Cultural Property, Higashikurume Residence

The Higashikurume Residence Memorial Museum in Niimi City is a Western-style building built during the Meiji era as a separate residence for the Sumitomo family. Here, you can learn about its history and cultural value as a cultural property. This beautiful building, made up of about 10,000 reused materials, has a distinctive rounded design. From the observation deck, you can enjoy views of Shikanshima Island, the Seto Inland Sea, and the factory group while feeling like you've slipped back in time. You can also enjoy seasonal views in the garden.

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Tour the Space Once Used as a High-Class Restaurant

The Higobetsu Residence Memorial Museum in Niihama City was once a bustling high-class restaurant. This Western-style building, which has a history of over 110 years, was used as a villa by the Sumitomo family, and its charming space has been reproduced to this day. About 10,000 materials were used in the reconstructed building, allowing you to feel the atmosphere of the time. You can spend a luxurious time while connecting with the history of the Shisaka Island Refinery.

Basic Information

	Address	1-11 Ojimachi, Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture 792-0008
	Business Hours	Mon: 定休日 Tue: 9:00～16:30 Wed: 9:00～16:30 Thu: 9:00～16:30 Fri: 9:00～16:30 Sat: 9:00～16:30 Sun: 9:00～16:30
	TEL	0897-31-5017
	Web Site	https://www.sumitomo.gr.jp/history/related/higurashibettei-museum/

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四阪島にあった明治時代に建てられた洋館を移設された施設です。無料です。洋館の中では明治時代の建物の壁や床、柱、窓など雰囲気を楽しむことが出来るのと新居浜の工業化と、住友グループの歴史を学ぶことが出来ました。また、展望台からは、新居浜市の臨海部工業地帯と市街地を一望できました、大変おすすめです！駐車場から5分ほど良く整備された遊歩道を登ると洋館の入り口に差し掛かります、洋館に入ると受付の方がいらっしゃって館内の回り方、一階は撮影オッケー、移設の模様のビデオの上映等丁寧に説明してくださります。明治の洋館の様子とともに四阪島、住友グループの歴史を楽しむことが出来、感銘を受けました。四阪島での様子が目によぎるようでした。建屋は床、壁、柱など移築前の模様が残されていて、見応えのあるものでした。館内を楽しませていただいた後、洋館をでて展望台にまいりました。展望台からは絶景で、お子様も楽しめると思います。いつもは見れない新居浜市を楽しむことができると思います。その他四阪島のダイハツ・ミゼットの消防車の展示もありました。全体で1時間位かけてまわらせて頂きました。

新居浜市です～🙆 この街にはよく来ますが、ここまで上がってきたのは初めてです🙌 ★☆★☆★日暮別邸記念館★☆★☆★ (ひぐらしべっていきねんかん)の建物は、新居浜市から北北西に20km沖に浮かぶ『四阪島』に、当時の住友家15代当主...住友友純(すみともともいと)の命によって..住友家の別邸として建てられたものだそうです👏 それを、こちらに移築したのですね～🙆 想像してたよりも、きれいです！四阪島当時は...高台に建つピンクのモダンな洋館だったことが容易に想像できました👏 📌内部の詳細は『日暮別邸記念館』でネット検索してみて下さい🙇 一般の方は、新居浜前田郵便局向かい側の専用🅿️から歩いて上がりますが...当時の四阪島でも、こうして上がってたのだろう！と、想像を膨らませてみるのも良いですね～👏 とは言っても、結構な坂道です！身障者専用🅿️は上の記念館の並びにありますので、ご利用の方は問い合わせて下さい🙇 記念館から、さらに坂道を上ると、そこは展望台になってます！ほぼ360度のパノラマビューです👏 展望台からは、眼下の新居浜市内はもとより、遠くは瀨戸内海や、四阪島、生口島まで見渡せます👏 また、日暮別邸記念館を少し見下ろす感じで...違った角度からの洋館も見えて良いですよ👏 ちなみに... ここは、初期の別子銅山と四阪島を直線で結んだ線上に位置してるんだとか👏

駐車場から坂道を上がりますが、景色も楽しめる場所に建物があります。移築されるまでの経緯屋移築についても動画で知ることができます。12月に行きましたが、館内がXmasの装飾で華やかになっていました。無料でみられ、ポストカードのプレゼントがありました。住友家の歴史も学べます。車椅子の方も見られるように配慮されています。敷地内には二宮金次郎像、ミゼットの展示、展望台もあるので楽しめます。