Historical landmark • 868-1 Murotsu, Kaminoseki, Kumage District, Yamaguchi 742-1402, Japan
The Fourth Floor House in Kami-koshiki is an important cultural property that oozes the history of Kami-koshiki. The Western-style four-story building retains the strong flavor of the Meiji era. The light shining through the French-made stained glass elegantly colors the plaster walls and tatami mats.
As you climb the spiral staircase, you will encounter the decorative beauty of mud wall paintings depicting cloud dragons and phoenixes. The harmonious space of Japanese and Western fusion feels like a journey beyond time. In contrast to the dignified appearance of the exterior, the interior harbors an unexpected artistry.
The narrow and steep stairs, low ceilings convey the architectural style of that time. As you watch the people passing through the aisles, you may recall the life of the people in the Meiji era.
Free to visit and the detailed explanation provided by volunteer staff are also attractive. Immersed in the romance of history, the time surrounded by the beautiful light of the stained glass is truly an experience of