Overview
Umoreginoya is the site of a residence in Osue-cho, Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, associated with the Ii family, the former lords of the Hikone domain. Set close to Hikone Castle, this historic building preserves a quiet air that conveys the life of a bygone era.
Highlights
- ●A residence site tied to the Ii family
- ●The character of an Edo-period building
- ●The historic scenery of Hikone's castle town
- ●The charm of its namesake, the bog-wood
History
The residence is said to have been built in 1759 and carries a heritage tied to the Ii family, lords of the Hikone domain. Its name is said to derive from bog-wood, timber that had lain buried and hidden from the world.
Access
Umoreginoya stands in Osue-cho, Hikone City, in the vicinity of Hikone Castle, making it easy to visit alongside a stroll through the castle town. Please check maps and official information for detailed routes.
Best season
Spring, when cherry blossoms adorn the castle town, and autumn, tinged with colored leaves, are especially beautiful. To savor the building at leisure, a weekday daytime visit is recommended.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Stroll through Hikone's castle town
- 2Visit Umoreginoya
- 3Admire the construction of the Edo-period residence
- 4Reflect on the history linked to the Ii family
Did you know?
💡 The name Umoreginoya is said to come from bog-wood, timber that lay buried underground and hidden away.
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