Nishikawa Riemon (西川利右衛門)
Riemon NISHIKAWA (date of birth and death unknown), born in Omi Province, was a merchant who lived during the Edo period. He ran a shop under the yago (name of the store) Daimonjiya, and made a fortune by trading tatami matting and mosquito nets. His family motto was, "Love your wealth, and give to society of its benefits." The residence where he lived is now designated as a national important cultural property.