- May 21,2025
- May 21,2025
What Makes Takayama Jinya Unique? Exploring Japan’s Only Surviving Edo-Era Government Office
Takayama Jinya: A Historic Landmark of Hida Takayama Takayama Jinya is one of the most iconic historical buildings in Hida Takayama. Designated as a National Historic Site, it is the only remaining daikansho (regional administrative office) from the Edo period still preserved in its original form. This article offers a clear and accessible guide to the highlights of Takayama Jinya, its historical significance, and tips for visiting. What Is Takayama Jinya? Takayama Jinya was established during the Edo period to govern the Hida region, which was a tenryō—a territory under direct rule of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Originally the residence of the Kanamori clan, it was later seized by the Shogunate and used by local governors (daikan or gundai) as an administrative base.Today, Takayama Jinya is […]