Overview
The Shimosa Imperial Stock Farm was an imperial stock farm that once stood in the Sanrizuka district of Narita City, Chiba Prefecture. As a farm connected to the Imperial Household, it built up a long history and remained on this site until August 18, 1969. The pastoral memory of this farm is deeply tied to the land of Sanrizuka in Narita.
Highlights
- ●The history as an imperial stock farm tied to the Imperial Household
- ●A long journey since its founding in 1888
- ●The memory of the farm etched into Sanrizuka, Narita
- ●Traces of a farm that continued until 1969
History
The imperial stock farm was established in October 1888 (Meiji 21) and operated as a farm associated with the Imperial Household under the administration of the Imperial Household Agency. It then existed in Sanrizuka, Narita City until August 18, 1969 (Showa 44), becoming part of the history of this land. It was a facility with the special character of a farm for the Imperial Household.
Access
The site is the former Sanrizuka district of Narita City, Chiba Prefecture. Since the farm itself no longer exists here, it is best to check maps and official information for the latest situation when visiting the former grounds or related facilities. Please also confirm access from central Narita and whether viewing is possible via official sources.
Best season
To visit the land of Sanrizuka and reflect on its history, daytime in the walkable seasons of spring and autumn is recommended. In these mild seasons, take in the atmosphere of a place that still carries traces of the former farm.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Learn the historical background of the Sanrizuka district in Narita
- 2Visit the land once connected to the imperial stock farm
- 3Reflect on its course from 1888 to 1969
- 4Confirm related facilities and viewing access through official information
Did you know?
💡 This was an imperial ('goryo') stock farm connected to the Imperial Household, and from its founding in 1888 until 1969 it stood on the land of Sanrizuka in Narita City for more than eighty years.
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