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Chōfu Mōri Residence

長府毛利邸, chōfu mōri yashiki

Built in 1903 by the ruling Mori family, this palatial estate and its gardens were deemed worthy of a visit by the Emperor Meiji a few years later.

Hours: Closed · opens 9 am
Weekly hours
Mon 9 am–5 pm
Tue 9 am–5 pm
Wed 9 am–5 pm
Thu 9 am–5 pm
Fri 9 am–5 pm
Sat 9 am–5 pm
Sun 9 am–5 pm
Price: ¥200

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