Takayama Jin'ya

Next stop, the Jin'ya, or as I've seen it called "the counting house". This was the main government building during the Edo period, when the area was directly administered by the shogunate. It was a combination of workplace, ceremonial center, and living space for the lead official. It also housed a jail, apparently.

Today, you can tour the place. The explanation placards are very good. They also have a few displays of local pottery, tools from daily life, some art, and weapons.Read more