Bansenso (Former Matsui Residence) — Attraction in Ozu

The interior is grander and is in better condition than Garyu Sanso. If you just want to look around, it only takes 15-30 minutes. However, this is a place where you should stay for a while to enjoy the view. The tatami is in very good condition and they provide sitting chairs. The staff showed me the "horizontal well" which is a bit of a hybird between an aqueduct and a...

Another magnificent old building with a lovely garden. I definitely could imagine myself living there and having a few drinks in the garden or the terrace. Even if you decline the full tour, I highly recommend you get them to show you the well at the back. It's really surprisingly interesting.

I recommend buying the tickets for all three places as long as you have...

The building and garden are both gorgeous and the staff was very kind to share a few of the villa's secrets. I thought this was the most interesting of the main three area...