Motoda Eikichi Former Residence Introduction
The former residence of Takata Eikichi is located halfway up Pu-Ding Mountain, facing south with a mountain slope behind and a steep embankment in front. The site is elevated, providing a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of the Tamsui River and Guanyin Mountain. The original site was a school farm of Xuehai Academy during the Qing Dynasty. The current address is No. 19 Mackay Street, near the Tamsui Library, Little White House, and Cultural Elementary School. The architecture is rich in Japanese style and is noteworthy as the first private residence in Taiwan to have running water facilities, marking a significant milestone in the development of the water supply industry in Taiwan at the time and representing one of the most historically significant values of the residence.
