Niigata City Former Saito Family Villa
Flow of the course
About 20 min from the previous stop
About 50 min here
About 20 min to the next stop
Next stop: Pay Respects Together at Niigata's Guardian Shrine, Blessed with Relationship FortuneAbout this spot
Built in the Taisho era as a summer retreat for the Saito family, counted among Niigata's three great merchant clans, this mansion showcases the refined aesthetic of a shipping magnate. The impressive strolling garden makes clever use of the natural sand-dune topography, and the view from the second-floor great room overlooking the garden is like gazing upon a masterpiece painting. Sitting barefoot on the tatami and admiring the garden from the open veranda is the epitome of an elegant date. Beautiful in every season, this stately home deserves more than one visit.
Tips
Remove your shoes before entering the mansion—wear comfortable socks for easy changes. The garden paths have some elevation changes, so wear appropriate walking shoes. Take your time progressing through the mansion in the designated order.
Best time to visit
About 50 minutes. Late afternoon light creates beautiful shadows and depth in the garden.
How was this spot?
現地の天気
26°C(現在)直近1週間の寒暖差は平均2.8℃。気温差が大きい日が続くと紅葉が進みやすいと言われています。
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Access & map
576 Nishi-Ohata-cho, Chuo Ward, Niigata City, 951-8104 Niigata Prefecture
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