Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property: Tenkyokaku

【Renaissance by the lakeside】 A crystallization of aesthetic sense loved by royalty. Nationally designated important cultural property 'Tenkyokaku'

On the beautiful shores of Lake Inawashiro, an elegant Western-style mansion quietly stands in perfect harmony with the surrounding nature. This is the 'Tenkyokaku', built in 1907 as a villa for Prince Arisugawa Takehito. It is a historical building representing the Inawashiro area, later designated as an important cultural property by the country.

■ Breathtaking Renaissance-style design

The point of interest for enthusiasts is the beauty of Western architecture, meticulously crafted down to the finest details.

• Exquisite craftsmanship: Inside the mansion, which incorporates Renaissance style, there are 26 heavy marble mantels installed, conveying the luxurious lifestyle of the royalty of that time.
• Crystal of artisan skills: Luxurious chandeliers illuminating each room and circular decorative paintings on the ceilings showcase the skills of artisans, delighting the eyes of visitors.

■ A 'maze of beauty' that changes expression in each room

What’s even more wonderful is the intricate design that changes the interior decor as you move from room to room.

• Top-notch museum: The lighting and wallpaper styles are calculated according to the purpose of each room, creating a sensation as if you are walking through an art museum just by touring the mansion.
• Contrast of travel: Transitioning from the heavy 'Japanese' history experienced in Aizu and Yonezawa, to immersing in the elegant 'Western' romance by the shores of Lake Inawashiro. It enriches the travel experience and provides an exquisite space that satisfies adult aesthetic sensibilities.