Nakasendo Wada Shuku Honjin (中山道 和田宿 本陣)
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 45 min here
About 30 min to the next stop
Next stop: Experience the Main Event: The Post-Town Festival with Illuminated Food StallsAbout this spot
A prestigious facility used for lodging and rest by feudal lords and nobility traveling the Nakasendo during sankin-kotai (feudal lord's procession to Edo). Rooms including the elevated tatami chamber have been preserved and are open to the public, making it one of Nawa Town's most precious historical structures. Touring the honjin in the calm daytime hours before it becomes the site of the evening festival allows for a deeper appreciation of its transformation at night.
Tips
Accessible by car from Roadside Station Marmelo no Eki Nagato. Admission fees may apply. Many rooms inside have tatami flooring, so wear comfortable socks and appropriate clothing.
Best time to visit
Approximately 45 minutes. You can tour leisurely during the quiet time before the festival begins.
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〒386-0701 Nagano Prefecture, Shimoina District, Nawa Town, Wada 2854-1
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