Garyu Sanso Villa
The villa is a refined building overlooking the deep waters of the scenic Garyu-buchi in the Hiji River basin, known by its nickname the "Katsura Imperial Villa of Ozu." With the sumptuous designs decorating even the smallest parts of the building, its beauty prompted Japan’s leading architect, Kisho Kurokawa, to say, “I want to take possession of it even if I were to go into debt.” The clear air refreshes the mind, and the silence makes you forget the world. It is an extraordinary architectural work where ancient Japanese beauty and character meet.
View scenic routes that include this spot
TRADITION IN DAILY LIFEStreet address
- 411-2 Ozu, Ozu-shi, Ehime Prefecture
About EHIME Access
- Take the "Gururin" loop-line bus from JR Iyo-Ozu Station and disembark at Asamoya-mae (6 minutes)
Opening Hours
- 09:00-17:00
(ticket sales end at 16:30)
Closed
- Open all year
Best season
- All year
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