On April 24, 2015, the former Kanya Gakko was recognized as a Japan Heritage site as "Educational Heritage Sites in Early Modern Japan - The True Source of the Spirit of Learning and Civility.
Kanya Gakko was founded in the 10th year of the Kanbun Era by Mitsumasa Ikeda, feudal lord of Okayama, under the order of Nagatada Tsuda, for the purpose of educating the common people. Most of the buildings, including the auditorium (a national treasure), the mausoleum, and the Kanya Shrine, have been designated as national important cultural properties. Visitors can also enjoy the trees and flowers that change color from season to season. The large Kai trees, which turn red and yellow during the autumn foliage season, are especially breathtaking.
Train: Get off at Yoshinaga Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line
Cab: approx. 10 min.
Walking: approx. 40 min.
Get off at Bizen Katakami Station on the JR Ako Line.
Cab: approx. 15 min.
Car: 8.6 km from Bizen IC on Sanyo Expressway
500 parking spaces
INFORMATION
| Business Hours | 9:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| regular closing day | December 29-31 |
| Access | 784 Kanya, Bizen City |
| Phone number | 0869-67-9900 |
| WEB | https://shizutani.jp/ |
