To the local community, notice of the special free opening of The Old Soma Residence.

On March 1st, the Important Cultural Property 'The Old Soma Residence' in Hakodate will grand open as the hotel 'Old Soma Residence Kazeno Heritage'.

On this occasion, we have decided to establish a new 'Special Free Admission Day for Local Residents'.

"The main building of The Old Soma Residence, which encapsulates the essence of architectural techniques from the Meiji era and the aesthetic sense of Hakodate."

I want to reconnect this place, which was once built by the first Teppei Soma as a 'pride of the town', with the local community for the future. This is a new initiative imbued with that wish.

Additionally, starting this year, children under elementary school age from the local area can visit for free on all open days (April to November). We encourage you to experience these historical buildings, which are treasures of the community, together with the children who will carry on the next generation.

Important Cultural Property The Old Soma Residence
"Special Free Open Day for Local Residents"

Implementation Schedule (2026)

Session 1: April 11 (Saturday)
Session 2: May 16 (Saturday)
Session 3: June 13 (Saturday)
Session 4: July 11 (Saturday)
Session 5: August 22 (Saturday)
*The schedule for September and beyond will be announced on the official website as soon as it is decided.

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Residents of Hakodate City, as well as the Oshima and Hiyama districts
(Please present a public identification that can confirm your current address upon entry)

Regarding children's admission, children under elementary school age living in the above area can enter for free on all open days.
(Accompanying adults are required to pay the regular admission fee, except on special free admission days.)