Hualien｜General's Mansion 1936

📍Address

No. 6, Lane 622, Zhongzheng Road, Hualien City, Hualien County

👉 It is close to Hualien Cultural and Creative Industry Park and Meilun River. It is one of the important official residences during the Japanese colonial period. It is now a hot spot for young people who combine history, coffee and exhibitions.

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🕒Business hours

Daily business hours: 10:00-18:00 (closed on Tuesdays)
• The indoor exhibition area and the coffee space are open at the same time.
• If there are special exhibitions or private events, there may be slight adjustments. It is recommended to check the official social media in advance.

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🚍Transportation

From Hualien Station or downtown:
1. Walking/biking:
• It is about a 10-minute walk from Hualien Cultural and Creative Park or Dongdamen Night Market.
2. Bus:
• Take Hualien Bus to "Zhongzheng Road" or "Hualien Cultural and Creative Station" and walk about 3 minutes.
3. Self-driving/renting a motorcycle:
• It takes about 5 to 10 minutes to drive from Hualien City, and parking is available nearby.

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✅Recommendation reasons
• Built in 1936, it was originally the residence of a major general of the army during the Japanese occupation period. It is one of the few Japanese-style officer residences preserved intact in Hualien.
• It adopts a mixed Japanese and Western architectural style, including the entrance, wooden roof frame, tatami room, traditional Japanese roof tiles and garden.
• Currently, it combines cultural and historical exhibitions, selection shops, old house coffee and art salon activities, which is full of literary and artistic atmosphere.
• It is a fun and educational place. You can not only taste tea and appreciate architecture, but also gain an in-depth understanding of Hualien’s modern military and urban development history.
• It is a great stop for old house lovers, photography enthusiasts, Japanese architecture fans and slow travelers.