This is an old mansion of Koreyoshi Takatori, who was known as the owner of Kishima coal mine and other business enterprises. There are two large buildings on the site of about 300 square meters. Those buildings have various unique features such as a noh stage in the hall, fanlight with plant and animal carvings, paintings on the sliding doors and etc.

Basic information

Address	5-40, Kitajonai, Karatsu City, Saga (唐津市北城内5番40号)
URL	http://www.karatsu-bunka.or.jp/kyutakatoritei.html
Official Name	旧高取邸
Closed	- In case Mondays fall on a public holiday, the next day will be the substitute holiday. - Closed from December 29th Until January 3rd - The facility might become open during any consecutive holidays, or year end and new year's holidays. Please check the website for the update.
Opening Hours	9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Admission Until 4:30 PM)
Access	15 Min. Walk from JR Karatsu Station 10 Min. Walk from Karatsu Bus Center
Parking Availability	Pay parking available in the Vicinity (100 yen per hour) (Visitors to the facility can use the parking for free for an hour)
Cell Phone Battery Charging	Not available
Wi-fi Availability	Not available
Credit Card Acceptance	Not accepted
Estimated Time to Enjoy	From 30 to 60 minutes
Admission Fee	Adults (15 yrs old and up) 520 yen Children (from 4 to 14 yrs old) 260 yen [20% Discount for a group of 20 people or more]
Reservation	Not available
Tobacco	Not Allowed
Foreign Language Support	English Speaking Staff (Non-Permanent) English Sign Boards English Brochure English Voice Tour Guide System 310 yen
Notes	Photography is not allowed inside the building due to the purpose of cultural property preservation.
MAPCODE	182 431 117*43