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Imai-cho Merchant District
今井町Nara · Kansai
Imai-cho is renowned for its well-preserved Edo-period merchant houses, showcasing traditional architecture and a glimpse into Japan's historical trade practices. The narrow streets lined with wooden buildings create a picturesque atmosphere that transports visitors back in time.
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Spring and autumn for pleasant weather and beautiful scenery
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free to walk the preserved Edo merchant-town streets; some individual machiya houses charge separately.
- Nearest station
- Gojo Station · 18 min walk
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
Open 24 hoursFreeStored weekly hours
Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Shin-Osaka Station · ~1h 4m by car
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