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Geihinkan Akasaka Rikyu (State Guest House, Akasaka Place)

The grand state guest house which entertained many dignitaries.

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Japan’s only Neo-Baroque style palace architecture, built in 1909 as a home (Togu Gosho) for Prince Haru-no-Miya Yoshihito who became the emperor in the Taisho Period. After WWII when Japan returned to the international society, many foreign dignitaries began visiting and this home went through a massive renovation to become Geihinkan. It welcomed countless kings, presidents, and prime ministers from other countries and has been used for international summits.

In 2009, the Main Hall - the original architecture from 1909 - and the fountain on the main yard, etc. were designated as national treasures. In 2016, they became open to the public throughout the year so as to not disturb the reception. You can tour without a reservation the “Main Hall/the garden (the main yard and front yard)” and the “garden”. The dedicated guide shows you around the Japanese Style Annex in the “Japanese Style Annex/Main Hall/Garden” course or in the “Japanese Style Annex/Garden” course. You need to make a reservation on Geihinkan’s website for these courses.

The dazzling entrance hall, the golden arched ceiling, the chandelier and painting in the “Asahi no Ma (Sunrise Hall)” and so many more to see. Steep in the flamboyant space which has entertained a variety of distinguished guests with Japanese elegance.

Highlights

  • Built in 1909. The first architecture built since the Meiji Period designated as a national treasure.
  • If you would like to see the Japanese Annex or you are a group (20 or more), make a reservation at “The Application System for Guest House Public Opening.”
  • The reception facility hosted many dignitaries and is still being used today.

Photos

  • The elegant architecture which entertained countless dignitaries

    The elegant architecture which entertained countless dignitaries

  • Passing the entrance hall, the dazzling central stairs appear

    Passing the entrance hall, the dazzling central stairs appear

  • The Japanese Style Annex “Yushintei” to host foreign dignitaries with Japanese hospitality

    The Japanese Style Annex “Yushintei” to host foreign dignitaries with Japanese hospitality

  • Asahi no Ma is the most regal room in the State Guest House, Akasaka Place

    Asahi no Ma is the most regal room in the State Guest House, Akasaka Place

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have foreign language support? (If it is available, what language is available?)

A

Guided tour in the Japanese Style Annex has the English guide at 3pm on Sat, Sun, and holidays. You can look around the Main Hall and the garden freely.

Q

Can I take photos?

A

Only at the garden, not in the Main Hall or Japanese Style Annex.

Q

Is free WiFi available in the facility?

A

Available in part of the garden area and the rest area.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Yes, they are.

Reviews

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  • 薛玉美

    日本最大的西洋宮殿⋯⋯真讓人驚艷❤️

Details

Name in Japanese
迎賓館赤坂離宮
Postal Code
107-0051
Address
2-1-1 Motoakasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-5728-7788 (Phone services)
Closed
Wednesdays (If it falls on a holiday, closed on the following day)
Hours
10am-5pm (Last entry: Garden 4:30 pm, Main Hall 4:00 pm)
Admission
(Main Hall/Garden) Adult 1,500 yen, College student 1,000 yen, High/Middle schooler 500 yen, Elementary schooler and younger: Free
(Garden) Adult 300 yen, College student and younger: Free
(Japanese Style Annex/Main Hall/Garden) Adult 2,000 yen, College student 1,500 yen, High/Middle schooler 700 yen
(Japanese Style Annex/Garden) Adult 1,500 yen, College student 1,000 yen, High/Middle schooler 500 yen
*To tour the Japanese Style Annex, a reservation on the website is required. Elementary children and younger are not allowed to enter
Directions
1) From JR Yotsuya Station’s Akasaka Exit, walk 7 min.
2) From Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line / Namboku Line’s Yotsuya Station 1st Exit, walk 7 min.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)