[114]State Guest House Akasaka Imperial Villa (Geihin-kan Akasaka Rikyu)

Description

  • Although it was originally built as a residence for the Emperor, it was too ornate and unfit for residence, so it was eventually turned into a facility to welcome important people.
  • Anyone can visit, but it is divided into 4 courses, all of which require a fee.
  • Reservations are not required for the “”Main Building, Garden”” and “”Garden,”” but reservations are required for the “”Japanese Style Annex, Main Building, Garden”” and “”Japanese Style Annex, Garden”” as they are accompanied by a guide.

Reviews by situation

“Relaxing alone” Recommended: 3 /4 points

You can walk around the garden at your leisure and see food trucks, but the main building is crowded and there are few rest areas.


“Having fun with the kids” Recommended: 1 /4 points

The main attraction is the architecture and interior of the main building, so it may be difficult for children.


“Getting into the mood on a date” Recommended: 2 /4 points

As a date spot, it seems a bit formal and not busy.


“Getting along with friends” Recommendation level: 3 /4 points

It may be fun if you are with close friends.

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“Comfort” Rating: 2 /5 points

The main building has narrow aisles, eating and drinking are prohibited, and there are few rest areas, so it feels a bit cramped.


“Length of fun time” Rating: 3 /5 points

It will take a fair amount of time to look around the main building and garden and have a snack.


“Price range” Rating: 2 /5 points

Usually, you will need an admission ticket for the main building and garden, but it is a bit expensive at 1500 yen.


“Suitable for rainy days” Rating: 3 /5 points

The main building and the Japanese-style annex are indoors, but the garden and the movement to the garden are outdoors.


“Night-friendly” Rating: 1 /5 points

You cannot enter at night.


“Uniqueness” Rating: 5 /5 points

The design of the main building conveys authority and high status.

Business Hours

AM10:00 to PM5:00

Closed Days

Every Wednesday (if Wednesday is a holiday, the next weekday)

English Support

unknown

Fees

One adult …300yen to 2000yen (exhibition) [Cash or Credit card or SUICA or other]

Access

Yotsuya Station (JR Chuo-Sobu Line Local / JR Chuo Line Rapid / Metro Marunouchi Line / Metro Namboku Line)
Shinanomachi Station (JR Chuo-Sobu Line Local)

Main limited-time events

See the official website.

Official website

https://www.geihinkan.go.jp/akasaka/

Nearby spots

unknown