Uchiko
About This Destination
Uchiko is a town in central Ehime that grew wealthy in the late Edo and Meiji periods from the production of vegetable wax made from sumac berries. The Yokaichi-Gokoku district preserves about 600 meters of streets lined with traditional merchant houses and the mansions of wealthy wax dealers, and it was designated a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in 1982. The Kamihaga Residence houses a wax museum explaining the trade. The Uchiko-za, a wooden playhouse built in 1916, was restored to its original form and still hosts kabuki and other performances; it was designated an Important Cultural Property. Visitors can walk the historic streets, tour the theater, and stop at cafes and craft shops. The district is about a 15-minute walk from Uchiko Station on the JR Yosan Line.
Location
Prefecture: Ehime
Address: Uchiko, Ehime, Japan
Nearest Station: Uchiko Station
Best time to visit: Year-round; pleasant walking weather in spring and autumn
Visitor Information
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Access
Ehime, Japan
Get DirectionsFrequently Asked Questions
How do I get to the Uchiko historic district from Uchiko Station?
The Yokaichi-Gokoku preservation district is about a 15-minute walk from Uchiko Station on the JR Yosan Line.
What is the Uchiko-za?
It is a wooden playhouse built in 1916 that was restored to its original form and still stages kabuki and other performances.
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