23/05/2026
Stepping through the doors of the Tachikawa Family Residence feels less like entering a historic building and more like stepping into a beautifully preserved time machine.
Built in 1901, this designated Important Cultural Property seamlessly blends traditional Japanese storehouse (kura) architecture with elegant Western styling—a true testament to the cosmopolitan spirit of early Hakodate. As the gentle Hakodate breeze rustles through the courtyard, one can almost hear the echoes of bustling merchants and the clink of teacups from a century ago.