Shimoda City Registered Heritage Site No. 1

Event Space

Host something special in a 170-year-old heritage space.

Saichu is Shimoda City's first registered heritage building — a 170-year-old estate once home to a maritime merchant family.

Its distinctive Namako-kabe walls and atmospheric interiors provide a unique setting for exhibitions, tea ceremonies, workshops, food events, and more.

We invite you to bring your event to this extraordinary space where history and creativity meet.

Spaces

Available Spaces

Mise — main house earthen floor

Mise (Main House)

The former storefront features a spacious earthen-floor area with high ceilings — ideal for exhibitions, markets, and food events.

Best suited for
Exhibitions, art markets, food & drink events
Okuzashiki — traditional tatami room

Okuzashiki (Drawing Room)

Built in the early Taisho era, this elegant Japanese room consists of two 6-tatami rooms and a wooden-floored area, creating an intimate atmosphere.

Capacity
10–20 people
Best suited for
Workshops, seminars, small tea gatherings
Hanare — detached guest house

Hanare (Detached House)

Originally a guest house for important visitors, the Hanare features 10-tatami and 6-tatami rooms — perfect for events with a traditional Japanese atmosphere.

Best suited for
Tea ceremonies, cultural experiences, photo shoots, intimate gatherings
Past Events

Event History

Photography exhibition
Exhibition

Photography Shows & Art Markets

Featured exhibitions by popular photographers and local creators. The Namako-kabe backdrop enhances the atmosphere of every display.

Tea ceremony event
Tea Ceremony

Shimoda High School Tea Club

A large-scale tea ceremony event hosted by the Shimoda High School tea club, drawing approximately 80 visitors. The tatami rooms and garden created an authentic setting.

Japanese dance workshop
Traditional Arts

Japanese Dance & Shamisen Workshop

Hands-on experience with traditional Japanese dance and shamisen, led by a Hanayagi-school master and Shimoda's geisha performers — all within a historic setting.

Wagashi making workshop
Workshop

Wagashi, Flower Arranging & Illustration

Small-group creative workshops in a calm Japanese setting. The intimate atmosphere fosters both concentration and connection among participants.

Craft beer stand
Food & Drink

Pop-up Coffee Shop & Craft Beer Stand

A corner of the estate opens up to the town as a pop-up coffee shop or craft beer stand. A moment where a heritage building becomes a living gathering place.

Inquiry

Getting Started

Pricing is tailored to each event based on its purpose and format.

Please feel free to reach out — we also welcome site visits before booking.

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