Akasaka Palace State Guest House

Geihinkan Akasaka Rikyu

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The Akasaka Palace State Guest House, the only National Treasure designated among buildings constructed after the Meiji period. This is a rare opportunity to see its gorgeous interiors and furnishings, which are also designated as Important Cultural Properties.

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HighlightsThe stunning entrance hall with its Italian marble
The central staircase hall with its crimson carpet
The luxurious 'Asahi-no-Ma' (Room of the Rising Sun) salon for state guests
Decorations blending Western architecture with Japanese aesthetics
The beautiful gardens with seasonal blooms

Basic Information

Address: 2-1-1 Moto-akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Search for tourist attractions in Tokyo

Access: Take the JR Chuo Line or Sobu Line to Yotsuya Station. It's about a 7-minute walk from the Akasaka Exit. Alternatively, take the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line or Namboku Line to Yotsuya Station. It's about a 7-minute walk from Exit 1 (Marunouchi Line) or Exit 2 (Namboku Line). *Please note that the Akasaka Palace State Guest House does not have a parking lot or bicycle parking. We recommend using public transportation. Show route

Op.Hours: Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wednesday: Closed, Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Wednesday

Fee: Adults: ¥1,000, High school students: ¥500, Junior high school students and younger: Free

INFO: Please note that entry is through the West Gate (Gakushuin Elementary School side). Entry through the main gate is not permitted. Visitors arriving before 9:50 AM should line up in the designated area west of the main gate. Photography is permitted only in the garden. Photography is prohibited inside the main building. Please refrain from wearing high-heeled shoes inside the building. Strollers are allowed only in the garden. Please use the stroller parking area inside the main building. Pets are not allowed. Group visits require advance reservations.

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

Overview

The Akasaka Palace State Guest House is a historic building designated as an Important Cultural Property and, uniquely among post-Meiji era structures, a National Treasure. Originally completed in 1909, it was built as the Togu Gosho (Crown Prince's Palace) for Crown Prince Yoshihito (later Emperor Taisho). However, due to its opulent design and impracticality as a residence, it was rarely used. Later, it served as the Togu Gosho for a few years during the wedding of Crown Prince Hirohito (later Emperor Showa) and Princess Nagako (later Empress Kogen). After Emperor Showa's ascension, its use as a palace decreased. Following World War II, it was transferred from the Imperial Household to the state. In 1974, with the increasing importance of international relations, it was reborn as a state guesthouse. Designed by architect Katayama Tokuma, the Akasaka Palace State Guest House boasts an international style blending Western architecture with Japanese aesthetics. Highlights include the grand entrance hall with its Italian marble, and the central staircase hall with its crimson carpet. The lavish interiors, designed to impress state guests, are true works of art. The Akasaka Palace State Guest House also features beautiful gardens where you can enjoy seasonal blooms, offering a tranquil escape from the city's hustle and bustle. A visit to the Akasaka Palace State Guest House offers a captivating journey through Meiji-era history and culture, immersing you in the splendor of its architecture and gardens. We highly recommend a visit!