Naramachi Gokko, a well-preserved merchant district in Nara, Japan, offers a glimpse into Edo Period life with its traditional wooden houses and narrow alleyways.
Currency
JPY ()
Best time to visit
March to May
Languages
Japanese
Coordinates
34.685°, 135.807°
Key facts
1Naramachi Gokko is one of the few remaining merchant districts from the Edo Period
2The area is known for its traditional wooden houses, some over 200 years old
3Naramachi Gokko was designated a 'Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings' by the Japanese government in 1980
Timeline
17th century: Naramachi develops as a merchant quarter during the Edo Period
1970s: Efforts begin to preserve and restore the historic district
