Yokiso

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Yokiso

Wander around the garden as you admire the villa architecture that exudes history.

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Built between the Taisho and early Showa periods by Yumin Ito Jirozaemon-Suketami, the first president of Matsuzakaya, a famous department store in Nagoya, this villa stands as a testament to the era's affluent lifestyle. Constructed on the hills of Kakouzan, Youki-so is a representative suburban villa of modern Nagoya. Five of its buildings are designated as tangible cultural properties by the city of Nagoya. The name " Yokiso" is said to have been inspired by the area's reputation as a prime spot for moon-viewing, drawing from a line in the classic Chinese poem, "Spring waters fill four lakes, summer clouds crowd strange peaks, autumn's moon shines brightly, winter ridges stand with solitary pines."

At the time of its establishment, the villa boasted a sprawling grounds of about 10,000 tsubo (approximately 33,000 square meters). Taking advantage of the natural undulations of the land, it featured ponds and streams in harmony with the surrounding nature. At its peak, there were over 30 structures on the property, each holding significant architectural and historical value.

Given Ito Jirozaemon-Suketami's roles as a business leader, philanthropist, and an active participant in international exchanges, the villa served as a reception hall and social venue where key figures from various sectors and cultural personalities gathered. It was also used as a dormitory for Asian students studying in Japan.

Highlights

  • A villa built by the first president of Nagoya's renowned department store, Matsuzakaya.
  • It played a significant role as a gathering place for dignitaries and cultural figures.
  • Its Japanese garden, rich in natural undulations, beautifully showcases the changing seasons.

Photos

  • Inside the "Choushou-kaku," there are panels introducing Yokiso and Mr. Ito Jirozaemon-Suketami.

    Inside the "Choushou-kaku," there are panels introducing Yokiso and Mr. Ito Jirozaemon-Suketami.

  • The rest area (formerly a dining hall) in "Choushou-kaku" offers a place to relax and enjoy the garden view, accompanied by beverages like coffee.

    The rest area (formerly a dining hall) in "Choushou-kaku" offers a place to relax and enjoy the garden view, accompanied by beverages like coffee.

  • Sanshoutei was the first structure of Yokiso, relocated from the Ito residence in Chayamachi (now Marunouchi, Naka Ward, Nagoya) in 1918.

    Sanshoutei was the first structure of Yokiso, relocated from the Ito residence in Chayamachi (now Marunouchi, Naka Ward, Nagoya) in 1918.

  • Baiyun Bridge, resembling the Chitose Bridge of Shugakuin Imperial Villa, stands as the symbol of the northern garden.

    Baiyun Bridge, resembling the Chitose Bridge of Shugakuin Imperial Villa, stands as the symbol of the northern garden.

  • The Japanese garden displays a picturesque scene that changes beautifully with the seasons.

    The Japanese garden displays a picturesque scene that changes beautifully with the seasons.

  • Bankaro, constructed in 1929, is a fusion of a traditional Japanese sitting room related to the Owari Tokugawa family and a Western-style room.

    Bankaro, constructed in 1929, is a fusion of a traditional Japanese sitting room related to the Owari Tokugawa family and a Western-style room.

Official FAQs

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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

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English support available

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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?

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Yes, it is.

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Is free WiFi available in the facility?

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Yes, it is.

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Are coin lockers available?

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Not available.

Reviews

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  • 秦晴

    北園的建築有北庭園有還可以有導遊參觀哦

Details

Name in Japanese
揚輝荘
Postal Code
464-0057
Address
2-5-17 Hoocho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi
Telephone
052-759-4450
Closed
Every Monday (If Monday is a public holiday, then the following weekday)
Hours
9:30am-4:30pm
Admission
Free (300 yen for entry to Choushou-kaku)
Directions
10-minute walk from Nagoya Municipal Subway Kakouzan Station.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)