Old Moji Mitsui Club

Hotel • 7-1 Minatomachi, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 801-0852, Japan

4.1(501 reviews)

The historic mansion in Moji with a modern fragrance

Immerse yourself in the charm of architecture and history

The Old Moji Mitsui Club is a two-story wooden building built in 1921, and was used as a social venue for the Mitsui Group at that time. The interior exudes a solemn atmosphere, and there are reproductions of Einstein's room and a memorial room for Fumiko Hayashi, a local author with connections to Moji. It is a precious opportunity to get up close to a building of high historical value.

Enjoy the flavors of Moji

On the first floor, there is a restaurant offering a mix of Japanese and Western cuisine, where you can taste local dishes of Moji and Western cuisine. You can enjoy an elegant taste in a nostalgic atmosphere. You will be captivated by the exquisite dishes unique to the Old Mitsui Club, and the historical fragrance emanating from the building.

Tourist hub of Moji

Designated as an important cultural property of the country, this building is one of the representative sightseeing spots in Moji. Located in the heart of the Moji Port Retro District, you can explore the surrounding area while experiencing the history and culture of Moji. It is also known as the issuing place for the TOPPA commemorative certificate for the Kanmon Straits Tunnel, making it an ideal starting point for sightseeing.

By visiting the Old Mitsui Club, you can leisurely tour the building, contemplate the history of Kitakyushu, and also savor the flavors of Moji, making it a tourist spot that offers two pleasures at once. Please enjoy this precious cultural heritage that retains the vestiges of the good old days.

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Reviews

5(5 years ago)

bn spo

This is a guest house as the original purpose at 1921. Einstein stayed her at 1922. very good place to eat the famous fugu 🐠. #Einstein spend around 5 days in this place and he wrote magnificent letter describing the visit to Japan. The service of the place is extremely good, kind waitresses, and delicious Fugue. It is near train station and surrounded by secret love icons for couples to challenge their love and search for it.

4(3 years ago)

Nat Fine

You can pay ¥150 to visit the second story where you can see the room where Albert Einstein and his wife stayed as well as a large exhibit on the author Hayashi Fumiko. English translations are available for the exhibits on Einstein, but is very sparse for the rooms dedicated to Hayashi Fumiko. Her exhibit is very detailed and I was wishing I was more familiar with her work.

3(5 years ago)

merve yıldırım

Before coming here, I didn't have any idea that Albert Einstein has been to Japan. Although Mojiko is visited by many Korean people, there is no Korean translations for visitors in this buildings or others. I was lucky to read Japanese and English. But you shouldn't ignore people from other nationalities who often visit the area. You have to take off your shoes if you want to see the second floor. That's why it would be better to have a bag.

3(6 years ago)

覃羿彬

Worthy of paying a visit to see this beautiful old mansion’s inside (ticket will set you back 100 yen per pax), although you won’t understand much of the exhibition there because all the information are in Japanese.

5(7 years ago)

E L

An old house featuring unique western style front and Japanese style side wing. Just like the one in the movie "Handmaiden"!

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