It's an old Kamihaga residence (19th century) and Japanese wax museum. The Japanese wax industry was very important for the development of Uchiko. The Kamihaga family became wealthy and influential through the success of their wax business in 19 century. It is the only residence in Japan preserving all of its wax-making facilities.

A stunning office building, residence and wax factory as well as a storehouse converted into a cage - all perfectly and tastefully restored even with reinforcement to comply with earthquake resistance regulation. So many great examples not only of the interesting wax making process & history, but also traditional Japanese carpentry and building design. It's also an interesting look back at how a wealthy family lived in a beautiful house built around a central garden. There are so few examples like this open to the public in Japan. The English information and signage is also pretty good. The staff are helpful & welcoming too.

I want people to know the goodness of Japanese candles. I had no idea that it was made from the nuts of a tree called Haze. It was a good museum that conveyed the skills of our predecessors and beautiful traditional Japanese crafts. In the same townscape, there were shops where you could buy Japanese candles and artists who made candlesticks, so it was a fun walk.

(Translated by Google) A trowel picture of a traditional building ️ (Original) 伝統的建造物の　こて絵が、素晴らしい‼️

(Translated by Google) You can clearly see when Uchiko was flourishing with wax ❗ (Original) 内子町が蝋で栄えていた頃が良くわかります❗

(Translated by Google) It is worth seeing once Recommended (Original) 한 번 볼만 해요 추천

This is a merchant's mansion. Apparently, they made high-quality white wax and exported it to make a living. There are easy-to-understand exhibits that are educational, such as how to refine white wax from oak nuts. Apparently the white wax made here was highly praised at the Paris World's Fair. You can get in with the same ticket for all three facilities, so let's come here as well.

There is a museum where you can see the wax manufacturing process that made Uchiko prosper... To the mansion of a person who enjoyed wealth through wax The small garden is full of plum blossoms and it is cold because it is a tree house...

An impressive old residence and an traditional Edo Period factory where wax was made from the fruit of the haze tree (a relative of sumac). The guide described the whole history and process. Displays of the old machinery used to make the wax are intriguing.

The residence and the wax museum are both really nice. The staff was also very helpful and provided english explanations.

A story about the candle maker

Impressive house and museum

Those day rich man's house in Uchiko.

The history of the town, through wax production, was completely worth the time to read through.

It was really pretty... And thank you for explaining so well in English, using your hands and feet and body language. Japanese senior teacher...

Well, this is another piece of history. The Kamigahara family became rich by manufacturing wax during the early 20th century. You will find the old infrastructures that were used for manufacturing wax. The spacious house is another symbol of the money they amassed from wax business. Nothing big, but as there are not much to see here, so drop by there to spend some time learning the local history.

It is a facility where you can listen to detailed explanations, and there are many exhibits, allowing you to understand the origins of the town of Uchiko. I was surprised that the oak tree, where wild birds gather, had such power. I visited on a hot day by motorbike, so the air conditioning in the museum was a great relief.

Please be kind to the guides. You can save 9,000 won with a free Jeju Air ticket!! Please note that it includes the mansion and other tourist attractions, so take your time and look around. great

Houses of old Japanese rich people? I liked that the interior and garden were well maintained. The guide was really friendly and I left feeling more satisfied.

Information was available in English and Japanese. I haven't learned about wax making before so it was a very educational experience. And staff were very friendly!

(Translated by Google) Quiet and quaint (Original) 寧靜古樸

(Translated by Google) It is famous as a residence in Uchikocho, a town prospered with Japanese candles. Because he made a lot of goods, he said that he did not attach a thread to gold when making a house. (Original) 和ろうそくで栄えた町、内子町にある屋敷として有名です。 あまりの財をなしたことから、屋敷作りに際して、金に糸目は付けなかったとか。

(Translated by Google) The cityscape that retains the old atmosphere is good, and this building is excellent, and there are many exhibits, and how to make candles is well understood. (Original) 昔の風情を残した街並みが良く、この建物も立派であると共に、展示も多くあり蝋燭の作り方が良く分かる。

(Translated by Google) Yes Fu (Original) 有Fu

(Translated by Google) It was good to understand the prosperity of those days and the difficulty of the craftsmen. (Original) 当時の繁栄ぶりと、職人の大変さがわかりよかったです。

(Translated by Google) It is good to have visited for the first time in decades ❗️ (Original) 何十年ぶりに来ました❗️良かったです〰️

(Translated by Google) Good for thinking of old building technology Ideal for small children There are many local specialties around I will study a lot I saw a kaleidoscope after a long time (Original) 昔の建築技術を考えるのに良い 小さなお子さまには最適 周囲に地元名産の物が多数あり いろいろ勉強になる 万華鏡を久しぶりに見ました

(Translated by Google) The volunteer explained well and I understood. (Original) ボランティアのかたが説明して下さって良くわかりました。

(Translated by Google) I was able to see and learn how to make wax and the house I was making. (Original) 蝋の作り方や作っていた方のお家を見て、学ぶことができました。

(Translated by Google) I did not visit, but I need a review from Google. (Original) 방문한적 없으나 구글에서 리뷰요구.시정 요망

(Translated by Google) I enjoyed the old post town. (Original) 昔の宿場町を堪能出来た。

(Translated by Google) A place where you can understand the origin of Uchiko's prosperity (Original) 内子が栄えた原点が理解できる場所

A surprisingly large residence for a small town, that gives a glimpse of how rich Uchiko was a century ago. A great explanation of the life of a wealthy family and their wax business, from production of the wax to its international export.

Looks like you in old period

Closed.

(Translated by Google) Make candles from goby nuts and go to the world. When I was a kid, my parents told me not to touch the poison ivy tree because it loses my skin and gives off heat, but I didn't know that I could make candles from it. The guide's mother taught me many things. I was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot. It was very interesting to hear stories I didn't know and valuable stories. Wisdom is an infinite asset. Thank you very much for the kindness of the unexpected mother ✨ (Original) ハゼの木の実から蝋燭を作り世界へ。ハゼの木は子供の頃に親から触ると肌が負けて熱が出るから触るなと聞かされてましたが、まさかそれから蝋燭が作れるなんて知りませんでした。案内人のお母さんが色んな事を教えてくれました。とても物知りで僕は凄く勉強になりました。自分の知らない話や貴重な話を聞けてとても面白かったです。智慧は無限の財産ですね。案外人のお母さん親切に本当にありがとう✨

(Translated by Google) It is clear that the reason why the small town of Uchiko was so prosperous was the making of Japan wax. The only remaining Japanese candle shop in town is perfect for buying souvenirs. (Original) 内子の小さな街が隆盛を極めた理由が木蝋作りにあったことがよくわかります。街でただ1軒残る和ろうそくのお店はお土産の購入に最適です。

(Translated by Google) At that time, you can see the mansion and factory that made a fortune in the wax business! There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors, and on the 3rd floor you can see the beautiful beams as they were at that time. Everything is very beautiful and valuable, such as storage and openwork of the room dividers. The museum on the premises is also very nice. In the building that became the factory, equipment is introduced for each process of extracting wax. I went there on Wednesday on weekdays, but on Wednesday I was able to see it slowly, probably because the soba restaurants around me were on holiday. Maybe Uchiko is free on Wednesday? However, I can't eat soba ... Those who like history and industry are worth a look. (Original) 当時、蝋ビジネスで一財を成した大豪邸兼工場を見る事ができます！一階、二階、３階まであり、３階部分では当時のままの美しい梁を見ることができます。 収納や部屋の仕切り部分の透かし彫りなど、全てがとても美しく貴重な建物です。敷地内にある資料館も非常に素晴らしいです。 工場となった建物には蝋を抽出する工程ごとに設備が紹介されています。 自分は平日の水曜日に行ったのですが、水曜日は周りの蕎麦屋が休みのせいかガラガラでゆっくり見る事が出来ました。内子は水曜日が空いてるのかも？ただ、蕎麦は食べられませんが… 歴史や産業が好きな人は一見の価値ありです。

(Translated by Google) It was a historic building. Especially window glass (Original) 歴史のある建物でした。窓硝子が特に

(Translated by Google) Japan wax looked very delicious, but I'm the only one ... (Original) 木蝋が大変美味しそうに見えたんですが、わたし1人だけですか、、、

(Translated by Google) The interior work is fine. (Original) 内装の細工が細かい。

(Translated by Google) Kamihaga Residence is an old folk house located in Uchiko, Uchiko-cho, Kita-gun, Ehime Prefecture. It is designated as an important cultural property. Among the waxes in Uchiko Town, which prevailed at the Paris Expo in the Meiji era, it was said to have been highly evaluated in terms of quality. I walked around Nagahama town on that day. From there, I drove into Uchiko Town, parked at the parking lot, and walked to Kamihaga Residence. First, pay the admission fee at the entrance. It was 900 yen including the admission fee for here, Uchiko-za, and the Museum of Commerce and Living. First of all, the person in charge explained about Japan wax. It was used not only for candles, but also for cosmetics and for polishing bread. Take a look around the horribly large mansion. Toilet at the end of the corridor. Goemon bath in the bathroom. Take a short break while looking at the garden in a detached room. Go up the stairs. There is no ceiling board on the 2nd floor so that the beams can be seen well. Further to the 3rd floor. Two large black pillars have penetrated so far. Go outside and head to the Mokuroushi Ryokan. The air conditioner is working and it seems to come back to life. I studied about Japan wax production. It was impressive that he had been focusing on branding to protect the high quality from that time. Go out again. I got cold barley tea, thanked me and went out. It's a wonderful building. If Wolong Sanso is a luxurious building, Kamihaga Residence is a mansion dedicated to business. However, it seems that the husband did not live here and was used exclusively for visitors. If you come to Uchiko, this is a must-see. (Original) 上芳我邸（かみはがてい）は、愛媛県喜多郡内子町内子（えひめけんきたぐんうちこちょううちこ）にある古民家だ。 重要文化財に指定されている。 明治時代にパリ万博で一世を風靡した内子町の木蝋の中でも、特に品質面で高評価を得ていたそうだ。 この日は長浜町を歩いた。 そこから車で内子町に入り、駐車場に車を停めて上芳我邸まで歩いてきた。 まず入り口で、入館料を払う。 ここと内子座、商いと暮らし博物館の入館料とセットで900円だった。 まず係の方が木蠟（もくろう）について説明してくれた。 蝋燭（ろうそく）だけでなく、化粧品やパンの光沢出しにも使われたそうだ。 恐ろしく広い屋敷内を見て回る。 廊下の先に、便所。 風呂場には五右衛門風呂。 離れ座敷で、庭を見ながら少し休憩。 階段を上がる。 2階は天井板が無く、梁がよく見えるようになっている。 さらに3階へ。 二本の大黒柱がここまで突き抜けている。 外に出て、木蠟資料館（もくろうしりょうかん）に向かう。 冷房が効いていて、生き返るようだ。 木蝋生産について勉強した。 当時から品質の高さを守るためにブランディングに力を入れていたということが、印象的だった。 再び外に出る。 冷たい麦茶を頂いて、お礼を告げて外に出た。 素晴らしい建物だ。 臥龍山荘が贅を尽くした建物なら、上芳我邸は商いに徹した豪邸だ。 もっとも主人はここに住まず、もっぱら来客用に使われていたそうだが。 内子町に来たら、ここは必見だ。

(Translated by Google) I heard the guide's explanation and understood it well (* ^ ^ *) The museum was very cool and I was able to take a leisurely tour ☺️ (Original) ガイドさんの説明を聞いてよく分かりました(*^^*)資料館は、とても涼しく、ゆっくり見学できました☺️

(Translated by Google) I feel the history of Uchiko (Original) 内子の歴史を感じます

(Translated by Google) I learned the wax of the goby tree. (Original) ハゼの木の木蝋　勉強になりました。

(Translated by Google) It was incredibly large that it was a personal property. At that time, he earned a lot of foreign currency and reflected it ... You can see that each delicate part of the building was made with care. (Original) 個人の所有物であったのが信じ難いくらい大きいです。その当時、外貨をたくさん稼いで反映したとか… 建物の繊細な部分一つ一つに気を払って作られたのが伝わってきます。

(Translated by Google) Speaking of Japanese candles here (Original) 和蝋燭といえばここ

(Translated by Google) I felt a great business in the Meiji era (Original) 明治の豪商を感じられた

(Translated by Google) I heard that we made a fortune in a very large house. If you are interested, why not visit it? (Original) 非常に大きい屋敷で昔財を成した事が伺えました。興味のある方は見学されてらどうでしょうか。

(Translated by Google) It is a spectacular building, with two floors and a three-story attic, showing the prosperity of those days. (Original) 見応えがある建物です、二階、屋根裏三階があり当時の繁栄がわかりますよ。

(Translated by Google) It was similar to Okayama's Fukiya Village. It was very delicious, as it entered a soba restaurant recommended by a tourist taxi driver. (Original) 岡山の吹き矢村に似てた❗観光タクシー運転手さんの推薦のお蕎麦屋さんに入りとても⤴️⤴️美味しかった😋🍴💕

(Translated by Google) A mansion. There is a wax factory. An exhibition that shows the actual state of wax. (Original) 豪邸。蝋工場がある。蝋成金の実態が分かる展示。

(Translated by Google) A precious building even when viewed nationwide. The old buildings that remain so large are worth seeing. (Original) 全国的に見ても貴重な建造物。ここまで大規模に残っている古建築は一見の価値ありです。

(Translated by Google) The old streets are well preserved. (Original) 古い町並みがよく保存されています。

(Translated by Google) Rest area (Original) 休憩所

(Translated by Google) Very nice residence to visit. She is rather tall. There is a beautiful garden. We can see that the family had a lot of money. Nearby, there is a museum dedicated to the manufacture of vegetable wax. An interesting process to discover via models and a small film. You can also see the old buildings dedicated to manufacturing and the necessary machine tools. (Original) Très belle résidence à visiter. Elle est plutôt grande. Il y a un beau jardin. On voit que la famille avait beaucoup d'argent. A proximité, se trouve un musée dédié à la fabrication de la cire végétale. Un procédé intéressant à découvrir via des maquettes et un petit film. On peut aussi voir les anciens bâtiments dédiés à la fabrication et les machines-outils nécessaires.

It's pretty and well-preserved, and the manager was kind.