Lafcadio Hearn's former home, Japan's spiritual heart
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2-6 Anseimachi, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0801, JapanGet directions
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Chang Shik K.
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I meant to visit the Former Hosokawa Residence, but mistakenly visited the Former Koizumi Residence.
The ticket price is 200 Yen per adult and I don't think it's worth it at all unless you are really interested in the former home owner. It's just an ordinary traditional Japanese house to me.
Josefina T.
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Beautiful home of the great Lafcadio Hearn. The attention and dedication of Sakamoto-san makes the visit even more beautiful!
F P.
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Free admission and well maintained. Most info are in Japanese and we couldn't see the back garden as it was closed (prob due to earthquake).
Zoya C.
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While I knew nothing about Hearn before entering the residence, I found myself curiously googling the man when leaving. The lovely man at the office kindly offered some info about the history of the place — we had the most pleasant talk! And the view over the garden is captivating.
Also: there’s a ginger cat at the premises. Five stars.
Matteo C.
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Nice place with amazing person inside
J A (.
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Currently partially close to public following 2016 earthquake, the entrance is for free.