Our establishment was founded during the 1560’s as a tea house located on the Wakasa-kaido path.
The former Empress Michiko and her son Prince Akishino have visited our traditional restaurant in the past. Princess Akiko of Mikasa also visited recently.
Many well-known writers and artists have also frequented our establishment such as Tomomi Iwakura; one of the leading figures of the Meiji Restoration, Shiki Masaoka, Kyoshi Takahama, Soseki Natsume and Rosanjin Kitaoji. Heihachi-Jaya appears in their books and diaries.
In one of the performances at Mibu-Kyogen, a type of Japanese traditional performance held annually at Mibudera-temple, there is an act titled ‘Yamabana Tororo’ which was inspired by and takes place in our restaurant.
Meiji era main buildingTaisho era main buildingBetween Takano River and the teahouse in the Taisho era
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