Katsura Imperial Villa, Kyoto

Katsura Imperial Villa (GPS: 34.98399, 135.70957) is an exquisitely designed villa located in Katsura, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto. It is celebrated for its flawless attention to detail, particularly in incorporating the surrounding landscape into the design.

Katsura Imperial Villa was built by the imperial prince Hachijo no Miya Toshihito in 1620. It was added upon later by his son Toshitada. The villa is surrounded by a sumptously laid-out garden, with the paths and stepping stones carefully laid so as to control the stroller's line of sight, providing a breathtaking visual experience.

Visitors who appreciate Japanese garden design will greatly enjoy a tour of Katsura Imperial Villa, stopping at various points such as the Shoka-tei teahouse at the highest part of the garden, and the Shoi-ken teahouse, and returning to the main hall.

360° View of Katsura Imperial Villa on Google Maps Street View

It is impossible to sit within the grounds of the Katsura Imperial Villa, as it is completely secluded and cut off from street view. What you see is only the surroundings.

Trees are planted to shield the Katsura Imperial Villa from view.

In addition to trees, there's a high wall and barbed wires, to ensure complete seclusion.

Katsura Imperial Villa is on the Map of Kyoto

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