Former Residence of Koizumi Yakumo

The Greek-born writer, Lafcadio Hearn (known as Koizumi Yakumo in Japan), came to Kumamoto to teach English at Goko (currently Kumamoto University) in 1891. During his first year here, he completed one of many literary works. This house was rebuilt in 1995 and contains some panels which introduce his achievements and works. The household Shinto alter that Yakumo prayed at every morning is also preserved.

ZIP Code：860-0801
Address：2-6 Ansei-machi, Kumamoto-shi
Tel：096-354-7842
Fax：096-354-7842
Admission：Adults and High School students 200-yen, Elementary and Jr. High school students 100-yen. There is a 20% discount for groups of 30 or more.
Hours：9:30～16:30
Holiday：Mon. (When Mon. is a national holiday, it is closed the following Tue.), Dec. 29～Jan. 3

Bus/JR Train：
From the Kotsu Center Transportation Terminal, take a bus bound for "Kiyama." It is a 3-minute walk from the Toricho-suji bus stop.

Car：
From Kumamoto Interchange, drive toward downtown. The house is located behind the Tsuruya Department Store.

City Tram：
It is a 3-minute walk from the Toricho-suji tram stop.