The Residence Where the Composer of the Masterpiece Spent His Youth
About this spot
This memorial hall preserves the residence where composer Taki Rentaro, who left behind masterpieces such as "Ruin Castle Moon," "Flowers," and "Eight Ri of Hakone," spent his youth. The wooden building retains the character of a samurai residence and displays related materials including his handwritten letters and photographs, allowing visitors to glimpse the true nature of this musician who spent his formative years in Taketa. Standing in the garden, you can hear the song of birds and the whisper of wind—sounds Rentaro himself likely heard—creating a quiet space where you sense the background from which these masterpieces were born. This place allows you to savor the time spent by this genius who died young, together with the serene atmosphere of the castle town.
Tips
The hall is compact, so it's recommended to combine your visit with a stroll through the surrounding samurai residence district and castle town. While it's just a short drive from Oka Castle Ruins, the castle town streets are narrow, so it's safer to park in the main town parking area and explore on foot.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 45 minutes. Visiting after walking through the setting of the masterpiece at Oka Castle Ruins deepens your understanding of the exhibits.
Access & map
〒878-0013 2120-1 Taketa, Taketa City, Oita Prefecture
Model course featuring this spot
Taketa, Oka Castle Ruins and Kuuju Flower Park - Homeland of "Ruin Castle Moon" and Alpine Flower Fields
Oita
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