Italian House (Platon Decoration Museum)

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A beautiful Western-style mansion built in the Taisho era. Overflowing with Italian Florentine decorative items and paintings, it feels like stepping back in time to the home of a European noble.

Cultural Assets
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HighlightsAdmire Italian Florentine decorative items
See masterpieces by famous painters like Millet and Corot
Explore a beautiful Western-style mansion from the Taisho era
Relax in a Mediterranean-style garden with a cafe terrace
Stroll through Kobe's Ijinkan district

Basic Information

Address: 1-6-15 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Hyogo

Access: 15-minute walk from Shin-Kobe Station (Sanyo Shinkansen) 20-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (JR) 20-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (Hankyu) 20-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (Hanshin) 20-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (Subway Seishin-Yamate Line) 20-minute walk from Sannomiya-Hanadokei-mae Station (Subway Kaigan Line) 20-minute walk from Sannomiya Station (Port Liner) Show route

Op.Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Mondays & Tuesdays, Year-end and New Year holidays

Fee: ¥800 for adults

INFO: Photography is permitted inside the building. However, permission is required for photography using tripods or for commercial purposes.

HP: http://www.kobeijinkan.com/ijinkan_list/platon

Overview

The Italian House (Platon Decoration Museum), a mansion built in 1915 by businessman Mr. Aboi, opened to the public in 1991. The interior is richly adorned with decorative furniture, furnishings, and paintings primarily from 18th- and 19th-century Florence, Italy. The opulent decor evokes the lifestyle of European nobility, captivating visitors. Highlights include the furniture and fireplace by Italian sculptor Victor Emone in the dining room. Numerous works by renowned painters such as Millet and Corot are also on display, making it a must-see for art lovers. The south side of the building features a Mediterranean-style garden centered around a pool, with a cafe terrace. Relax and enjoy the beautiful garden views. Located in Kobe's Ijinkan district, the Italian House is perfect for combining with visits to other historic Western-style houses.

Italian House (Platon Decoration Museum)

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