Old Soma Residence

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The private residence of Hokkaido's wealthiest merchant Souma Teppei, is one of Hokkaido's wealthiest mansions. It is a splendid combination of western and Japanese style architecture. There are precious treasures and cultural artefacts In the storehouse.

This was a private residence of a wealthy merchant Soma Teppei, built in 1908. It is located near the Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, which was constructed through his generous donation. It is a Japanese-style heritage structure representative of Hakodate.