Former British Consulate in Shimonoseki

Former British Consulate in Shimonoseki was designed by the Englishman William Coan. It has been designated as an important Shimonoseki City cultural property. This red brick building is highly valued for its history. It was built in 1906, and is the oldest building (designed as a consulate) in Japan. The inside of the building is decorated with old british furniture and clothing, giving visitors the air of being transported to England. There's an exhibition room on the first floor and a restaurant that visitors can use as a pub and tea shop. There are also galleries, gift shops, and a courtyard for tourists to explore. The building no longer serves as a consulate, but it's the base for Shimonoseki City's tourism, gallery, regional activities, and transmission of information.