The former Matsumoto residence is located on a hill in the Tobata district, and the western-style building was designed by architect Tatsuno Kingo, who designed the Tokyo Station and Bank of Japan buildings. The Japanese building was designed by Kubota Shosaburo. It is a typical residence of the nobility. One of the founders of the Kyushu Institute of Technology, Matsumoto Kenjiro lived here. The western-style building features Art Nouveau architecture, interior design and furniture which were popular in France in the 19^th century. The curvaceous garden pattern adds to the air of elegance. It is currently used for wedding ceremonies and dinner parties, and is open to the public once a year.