Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park

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Experience history and culture at a place where Emperor Taisho and Emperor Showa rested. Stroll through the Imperial Villa, a designated Important Cultural Property of Japan, and its beautiful gardens.

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HighlightsResting place of Emperor Taisho and Emperor Showa
Imperial Villa designated as a National Important Cultural Property
Meiji and Taisho era architecture
Beautiful gardens with seasonal scenery
A place to experience history and culture

Basic Information

Address: 8-27 Honmachi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Tochigi

Access: The nearest bus stop is "Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park" served by Tobu Bus Nikko from JR Nikko Station and Tobu Nikko Station. A paid parking lot operated by Tochigi Prefecture is located across the street. Show route

Op.Hours: April to October: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Reception closes at 4:00 PM) November to March: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Reception closes at 3:45 PM)

Cld.Days: Every Tuesday (the following day if Tuesday is a national holiday) and year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 1st). *However, it will be open without a break during the following periods: April 10th to May 9th, August 13th to August 16th, October 15th to November 14th, and January 2nd to 5th.

Fee: Adults: ¥600 (¥500 for groups of 20 or more) Junior high and elementary school students: ¥300 (¥250 for groups of 20 or more)

INFO: Within the park, you'll find 'Nikko Tamazawa Imperial Villa 'Charyo'', an outdoor rest area where you can enjoy drinks, sweets, and lunch. (Open from March to December)

HP: http://www.park-tochigi.com/tamozawa/

Overview

Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park is where Emperor Taisho and Emperor Showa (then Crown Prince) once rested. Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa was built in 1899 (Meiji 32) as a resting place for Crown Prince Yoshihito. After his ascension to the throne as Emperor Taisho, extensive renovations were carried out from 1918 (Taisho 7) to 1921 (Taisho 10), resulting in the current structure. Until its closure in 1947 (Showa 22), it was used by three generations of Emperors and Crown Princes, including Emperor Taisho. After the war, it served as a museum, lodging facility, and training center. Following a three-year restoration and renovation by Tochigi Prefecture, it reopened as a memorial park in 2000 (Heisei 12). The buildings are a collection of structures representing three architectural styles: the late Edo period, Meiji, and Taisho periods. It's the largest surviving imperial villa from the Meiji and Taisho eras. These buildings and gardens offer a glimpse into the architectural techniques and imperial culture of that time. In 2003 (Heisei 15), it was designated a "National Important Cultural Property" for its historical significance, and in 2007 (Heisei 19), it was selected as one of Japan's "Top 100 Historical Parks." Enjoy the seasonal beauty of the gardens and the majestic atmosphere of the Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa, steeped in over 100 years of history.