The Dignified Former Residence of the Chofu Domain Lord, the Mouri Family
About this spot
Built in 1903 as the Chofu Mouri family residence, this is a formal Japanese-style architectural masterpiece. Even after the abolition of the feudal domain system, the Mouri family continued to reside here, and the expansive tatami rooms, decorative window screens, and well-maintained gardens vividly preserve the lifestyle of the former domain lord family. A quiet landmark where visitors can sense how the castle town of Chofu embraced the modern era.
Season & hours
Name: 数方庭祭
Date & time: 8/7 (Fri)–8/13 (Thu) Time TBA
Venue: 下関市・忌宮神社境内
2026年8月7日から13日までの7日間、長府の忌宮神社を舞台に開催される数方庭祭は、仲哀天皇の時代にまで由来が遡るとも伝わる、1800年以上の歴史を持つ夏の大祭です。天を突くほど高く笹竹や造花で飾られた「笹竹」を若者たちが頭上に掲げ、「切りひょうたん」の掛け声とともに境内を練り歩く姿は勇壮そのもの。夜が更けるにつれて境内は多くの見物客で埋め尽くされ、幾本もの高い笹竹が夜空に揺れる光景は、他の地域では見られない下関ならではの迫力あるまつりです。
Tips
会場周辺は夜になると多くの見物客でにぎわい、駐車場が早い時間に満車になることがあります。境内は人が密集するため、小さな子ども連れは無理に前方へ行かず、少し離れた場所から見守るのも安心です。
Tips
Within walking distance from Kozan-ji Temple. An admission fee applies. Resting on the veranda while enjoying garden views is highly recommended.
Best time to visit
Approximately 40 minutes. The quiet afternoon hours allow for a leisurely visit.
Access & map
〒752-0970 Yamaguchi Prefecture, Shimonoseki City, Chofu Soshacho 4-10
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2026 Suhou-tei Matsuri (数方庭祭) Full-Day Experience Course
Yamaguchi
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