Italy Embassy Villa Memorial Park

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The former Italian Embassy villa offers breathtaking views of Lake Chuzenji. Experience the atmosphere of the past, surrounded by the abundant nature and history of the lakeshore.

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HighlightsBreathtaking views of Lake Chuzenji
The former Italian Embassy villa
Experience the atmosphere of the past
Abundant lakeside nature
A place steeped in history

Basic Information

Address: 2482, Nakamigusa, Nikko-shi, Tochigi-ken Search for tourist attractions in Tochigi

Access: • Public Transportation Access: Take a bus bound for Chuzenji Onsen from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Nikko Station on the Tobu Nikko Line. The ride takes approximately 45 minutes. Get off at the Chuzenji Onsen bus stop, then transfer to a bus bound for Hangetsuyama. The ride to the "Italy and UK Embassy Villas Memorial Park Entrance" bus stop takes about 5 minutes. From there, it's a 5-minute walk. *The Hangetsuyama bus operates seasonally. Outside of the operating period, it's a 35-minute walk from the Chuzenji Onsen bus stop. Check the Tobu Bus official website for the operating schedule. • Access by Car: Approximately 25 minutes from Kiyotaki IC to the Utagahama parking lot (fee applies), then a 10-minute walk. *Please check the related website for information on Oku-Nikko Prefectural Parking Lots. Show route

Op.Hours: April / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 10 - November 10 / 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM November 11 - 30 / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Cld.Days: April / Mondays (If a Monday is a national holiday, it will be closed the following day) May - November / Open Daily

Fee: ●Italian Embassy Ticket Price Adults (High school students and above) ¥300 Children (4 years old - Junior High school students) ¥150 ●Combination Ticket for Italian and British Embassies (Great Value!) Adults (High school students and above) ¥450 Children (4 years old - Junior High school students) ¥200

INFO: ※Please check the related website for information regarding the Oku-Nikko Prefectural Parking Lot.

HP: https://www.nikko-nsm.co.jp/italy.html

Overview

The Italy Embassy Villa Memorial Park is one of many embassy villas built on the shores of Lake Chuzenji during the Meiji era. Built in 1928, this villa served as a summer retreat for the Italian ambassador and their family. The park contains two buildings: the main residence and a secondary residence. The main residence features a living room, terrace, bedrooms, and displays period furniture and furnishings. The secondary residence has been developed into the International Summer Resort History Museum, showcasing the history of the area. From the terrace of the main residence, you can enjoy magnificent views of Lake Chuzenji, Mount Nikko Shirane, Mount Hangetsu, and Hachijo-dejima. The park also features walking paths, bridges, and a pier, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the rich natural beauty of the lakeshore. The Italy Embassy Villa Memorial Park is a captivating tourist spot where you can experience the beautiful scenery of Lake Chuzenji and its history. Imagine the elegant life of the ambassadors of the past while enjoying a stroll along the lakeshore.

Italy Embassy Villa Memorial Park

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