{"id":52,"date":"2025-12-09T03:07:06","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T18:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/okasannoie.jp\/?page_id=52"},"modified":"2026-05-11T20:40:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T11:40:46","slug":"%e5%b2%a1%e3%81%95%e3%82%93%e3%81%ae%e3%81%84%e3%81%88%e3%81%a8%e3%81%af-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/okasannoie.jp\/en\/%e5%b2%a1%e3%81%95%e3%82%93%e3%81%ae%e3%81%84%e3%81%88%e3%81%a8%e3%81%af-2","title":{"rendered":"About Mr. Oka's House"},"content":{"rendered":"
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About Mr. Oka's House<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Oka-san's House TOMO is a community hub located in Kamikitazawa, Setagaya Ward, housed in a Showa-era detached home.
This used to be the \u201ccommunity classroom\u201d where the owner\u2019s great-aunt, Chitose Oka, taught English and piano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prompted by the wish expressed in his will\u2014\u201cI hope this house will be put to good use for the children and the community\u201d\u2014
Community activities began with our friends, and in 2010, we relaunched as \u201cOka-san no Ie TOMO.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, it is beloved as a \u201ccommunity living room\u201d where everyone is welcome, attracting more than 2,000 visitors annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will create a place where diverse personalities come together, pool their wisdom, and find warmth and a moment of respite.
We would be grateful for your support in any way you can\u2014whether by attending our events, participating in our activities, or using our facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Owner Kazumi Koike<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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My great-aunt, Chitose Oka<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

The History of Mr. Oka's House<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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For 57 years, form 1949 to 2006,Chitose Oka lived in this house,
In this house, she used to teach English and piano to the neighborhood children.\nIn accordance with the wish expressed in her will\u2014\u201cPlease use this house for the benefit of children and the community\u201d\u2014Yoshimi Koike established \u201cOka-san\u2019s House TOMO\u201d on July 7, 2007, as a Setagaya Ward Community Living Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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the 1960s<\/td>Chitose Oka Launches English and Piano Lessons<\/td><\/tr>
2006\u5e74<\/td>\u201cI want this to be used for the community,\u201d he stated in his will<\/td><\/tr>
2010\u5e74<\/td>Mr. Oka's House TOMO Opens<\/td><\/tr>
Currently<\/td>A regional hub that attracts more than 2,000 visitors annually<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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About Our Facility<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Mr. Oka\u2019s House TOMO is a small traditional home consisting of three Japanese-style rooms and a kitchen, all retaining the atmosphere of the Showa era. The scent of tatami mats, the wooden fixtures, and the soft light streaming through the windows create a soothing, nostalgic ambiance. Please make yourself at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u25a0 The Entrance and the Veranda<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u25a0 Entrance<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u25a0 Kitchen<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u25a0<\/strong> Japanese-style Room (Large Hall)<\/strong>

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Old Items at Mr. Oka's House TOMO<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The many vintage items at Mr. Oka\u2019s House TOMO. Here, owner Koike shares the stories he knows about them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u25a0 Part 1: Foot-Powered Organ<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the lid is opened, it reads \u201cYAMAHA HAMAMATSU.\u201d During repairs in 2005, the organ was found to be 103 years old. Since Mr. Oka passed away in 2006 at age 99, it had been with him nearly his entire life. Played by children and used for hymns at living room concerts, its simple tone still feels fresh today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Owner Kazumi Koike<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u25a0 Part 2 <\/em>Foot-powered sewing machine<\/em><\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is a treadle sewing machine from Mr. Oka\u2019s house, where two women once lived. From a time before fast fashion, it was used to make everyday items by hand. With its Art Deco style, it likely dates to the 1940s. Even after 80 years, it still works perfectly with only a new belt \u2014 a reminder of the beauty of analog technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Owner Kazumi Koike<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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