The Merchant Village of Matsusaka
From the time Ujisato Gamo began to protect thecommercial and business interests of Matsusaka, the area gradually began to boom, and reached it's height during the Edo period. From the time the Echigoya began performing in costume drama, Mitsui, Ozu, Hasegawa and other powerful businessmen appeared on the scene. Located near the castle ruins in the Hon-cho and Gyo-cho areas of the north east of the town, merchants still remain as evidence of past prosperity.
Exhibits show the merchants of the Edo period making a great fortune in kapok and paper manufacturing, as well as exhibits of the old bureaucratic mansion of Ozu. The 2-story wooden main houses are open as a museum. The house is vast beyond imagination. There are more than 20 rooms, all of which are of a unique style and gorgeous design revealing the abundant financial resources of the former owner. In addition to showcasing a 1000 kg Box (no, not a 100 kg box), the museum also introduces the commercial prosperity of Matsusaka.
■ Facility information
・ Location:2195, hon cho, Matsusaka shi, Mie
・ Phone number:0598-21-4331