Uesugi Marquis Residence

Uesugi Marquis Residence

Area: Yamagata Prefecture, Yonezawa City

Recommended season: Year-round

【Transform into a Sengoku warlord or ninja】 Walk through the castle town starting from tangible cultural properties. The hall of historical experiences, "Uesugi Marquis Residence"

Next to Uesugi Shrine stands the elegant "Uesugi Marquis Residence." This is a nationally registered tangible cultural property built as the residence of Count Uesugi Mochinori, the last lord of the Yonezawa domain. It is a prestigious site where you can enjoy traditional Yonezawa local cuisine, but don't miss the "Kimono Dressing Experience" where you can become the protagonist of history.

■ Armor, Kimono, Ninja! Time slip in authentic costumes

Inside the facility, special activities are prepared where you can immerse yourself in history while donning authentic costumes.

  • Diverse lineup: Feel the spirit of Sengoku warlords with "armor," shine in the streets of Yonezawa with "kimono," and enjoy the popular "ninja" costumes that appeal to all generations.
  • The power of a heavy space: By changing clothes in a genuine space that is a tangible cultural property, you can immerse yourself in an extraordinary romance as if you have instantly become a samurai or princess from that era.

■ Stroll around "Uesugi Shrine" in costume. Everything is the best photo spot

The greatest pleasure of this experience is being able to stroll through the castle ruins area in your transformed appearance.

  • A scene from a movie: The costumes blend perfectly into the scenery of Uesugi Shrine, with its moats and old-fashioned bridges, allowing for the best photo opportunities from any angle.
  • Become a part of history: Step beyond sightseeing that only involves seeing and learning, and enjoy a uniquely memorable time where you become a part of Yonezawa's history.

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