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Tenkyōkaku, Renaissance villa in Inawashiro, Japan.

The Tenkyokaku Villa rises three stories high with Renaissance Revival architecture elements, featuring detailed exterior craftsmanship and symmetrical design patterns.

Prince Arisugawa Takehito designed this architectural masterwork in 1908, during Japan's period of incorporating Western influences into traditional building styles.

The villa holds the designation of Important Cultural Property of Japan, representing the exchange between European and Japanese architectural traditions.

Visitors can reach the villa through guided tours that explain the architectural features, historical context, and cultural importance of each room.

The structure combines Renaissance Revival elements with Japanese design principles, featuring large windows that frame views of Lake Inawashiro and Mount Bandai.

Location: Inawashiro

Inception: August 1908

Architects: Prince Arisugawa Takehito

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture

Floors above the ground: 3

Website: https://tif.ne.jp/tenkyokaku/kr

GPS coordinates: 37.52140,140.04400

Latest update: May 11, 2025 21:21

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