Stepping into a Turning Point in Time: Old Houses Reborn | A Stroll Through Miyaji and the Ruins of an Old Girls' School

In Miyaji, a small town near Aso Shrine, I unexpectedly discovered a charming strolling spot—the ruins of an old girls' school. This historic building, once a local girls' school, has been transformed into a hybrid space combining a café and an antique shop, preserving the traces of time while infusing it with new life. Pushing open the wooden door, a wave of warm sunlight and the aroma of coffee greeted me. The antique architectural structure remains: weathered wooden floors, old-fashioned window frames, and a staircase with a touch of age—every step feels like walking through time. The current owners have cleverly preserved these elements, giving the space both the charm of an old house and a lived-in feel. While sipping freshly brewed coffee and looking at the old books and artifacts displayed on the walls, I felt as if I had truly returned to my school days; the antique shop next door had many interesting collections, perfect for leisurely treasure hunting. For me, this is more than just a café; it's a "stopover for a dialogue between time and the old and the new." 📍 Must-Visit Location: Miyaji District - Former Girls' School Ruins (Cafe × Antique Shop) #MiyajiStroll #FormerGirlsSchoolRuins #AsoShrineAround #AntiqueCafe #OldHouseRenovation #SlowTravelJapan #KyushuTravel #AfternoonTime #MustVisitForArtsyVisitors #NovemberDestinations2025 #JanuaryDestinations2026