House that used to belong to the founder of the Matsuzakaya department store company. It was originally part of a larger set of grounds, but this house and a garden still remains. The house costs 300 yen to get in, but you can get a discount if you have a Nagoya Subway one day pass, at least on certain days. You can't quite go around every room in the house, and the insides are fairly bare, but it certainly is a good example of early 20th century Western influenced architecture and has some unusual things including the theatre stage in the basement. It won't take very long to get around and makes a good mini trip with the garden and Nittai-ji.
かつて松坂屋百貨店の創業者が所有していた家。元々は広大な敷地の一部だったけど、この家と庭園は今も残ってる。入場料は300円だけど、名古屋地下鉄の一日乗車券をお持ちの方は、少なくとも特定の日は割引が受けられる。すべての部屋を見学することはできず、内部も簡素だけど、20世紀初頭の西洋建築の影響を受けた優れた例であり、地下には劇場など、珍しいものがいくつかある。一周するのにそれほど時間はかからないし、庭園と二日泰寺を巡るミニツアーに最適。
よくある質問
Yes, photography is allowed in designated areas of the garden.
Yes, volunteer guides offer free tours in English and Japanese. Reservations must be made in advance.
Unfortunately, due to its historical nature, parts of the garden may not be easily accessible for wheelchair users.
No, food and drinks are not allowed outside in the garden. However, a small café on site offers refreshments.
Yes, there is a souvenir shop where you can purchase traditional Japanese crafts and other items related to Yokiso Villa Garden.
