Historical landmark • 934 Kumechō, Kashihara, Nara 634-0063, Japan
The "Bunkaden" standing in the precincts of Kashihara Shrine in Nara Prefecture is a daimyo residence that once existed in Tenri City, owned by the Oda family. Designated as an important cultural property, this building is a precious legacy that conveys the samurai culture of the Edo period to the present.
The splendid shoin-style reception hall at the front is adorned with magnificent paintings. Its intricate designs are overwhelming to behold. Stepping inside, the grandeur of the construction, combined with the elegance of the decoration in the reception hall and large halls, exudes the refinement of the samurai. The solemn appearance befitting a daimyo's mansion springs to mind.
The present Bunkaden was relocated from the town of the imperial court, Tenri, to the precincts of Kashihara Shrine. The original location of this daimyo residence was the main base of the Yanagimoto clan, descended from Oda Arakasa, the fifth son of Oda Nobunaga. Despite changing fortunes over time, the building has continued to preserve its form, embodying a mysterious fate.
An essential element of a samurai residence is the gentle slope and the stroll-style garden. The beauty of borrowed scenery woven by the changing views of the four seasons and the landscape rocks in the dry landscape garden brings an exceptional elegance. Take a moment to stop and experience a tranquil time in the Japanese garden.
Currently closed for repairs, it is scheduled to be open to the public upon its completion in the 8th year of Reiwa. The existence of a daimyo residence from the Edo period is extremely rare. We invite you to savor the essence of the samurai and experience the timeless elegance that transcends time.
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