Want to get a taste of the life of the wealthiest people in Japan? A tour around the Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Gardens will give a glimpse into such a life of glamor. Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Daito-ku, the small castle that once belonged to the family who owned one of Japan’s largest corporate conglomerates is preserved as a cultural landmark of Japan. The family no longer resides in the glamorous European-style castle, and the structure is now opened to the public for a tour - one that will make you feel as though you are in F.Scott Fitzgerald’s world of opulence and extravagance.
- 1 min read
Kyu-Iwasaki-tei Gardens
Tokyo's small castle
Join the discussion
Elizabeth S
5 years ago
The interiors here are beautiful, with much remaining. But it’s a sadly empty house, since it lost its furnishings when it was seized by Gen. McArthur.
Top Articles
-
![Ultimate Japan Car Culture Journey - From Auto Salon 2026 to the Open Road]( "Ultimate Japan Car Culture Journey - From Auto Salon 2026 to the Open Road")
1Ultimate Japan Car Culture Journey - From Auto Salon 2026 to the Open Road
Chiba -
![Japan Pottery Tour: Hands-On Workshops & Artisan Encounters]( "Japan Pottery Tour: Hands-On Workshops & Artisan Encounters")
2Japan Pottery Tour: Hands-On Workshops & Artisan Encounters
Culture -
![Hotel NORD Otaru, Your Front-Row Seat to Otaru’s Canal District]( "Hotel NORD Otaru, Your Front-Row Seat to Otaru’s Canal District")
3Hotel NORD Otaru, Your Front-Row Seat to Otaru’s Canal District
Hokkaido - Sponsored -
![Watching Kabuki in Tokyo]( "Watching Kabuki in Tokyo")
4Watching Kabuki in Tokyo
Tokyo -
![I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation]( "I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation")
5I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation
Culture -
![Explore Ako, Tatsuno, and Himeji with Ease From Kamenoi Hotel Ako]( "Explore Ako, Tatsuno, and Himeji with Ease From Kamenoi Hotel Ako")
6Explore Ako, Tatsuno, and Himeji with Ease From Kamenoi Hotel Ako
Hyogo - Sponsored -
![Awaji Island, Japan: A Hidden Gem in the Seto Inland Sea]( "Awaji Island, Japan: A Hidden Gem in the Seto Inland Sea")
7Awaji Island, Japan: A Hidden Gem in the Seto Inland Sea
Hyogo - Sponsored -
![Miyoko Schinner: Japan Vegan Tour 2026]( "Miyoko Schinner: Japan Vegan Tour 2026")
8Miyoko Schinner: Japan Vegan Tour 2026
Food -
![Three Tokyo Bars Named Among World's 50 Best]( "Three Tokyo Bars Named Among World's 50 Best")
9Three Tokyo Bars Named Among World's 50 Best
Planning -
![24-Hour Yaro Ramen in Shibuya Revolutionizes Noodles With an All New Type of Ramen Taking Over Tokyo]( "24-Hour Yaro Ramen in Shibuya Revolutionizes Noodles With an All New Type of Ramen Taking Over Tokyo")
1024-Hour Yaro Ramen in Shibuya Revolutionizes Noodles With an All New Type of Ramen Taking Over Tokyo
Tokyo - Sponsored
-
![Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan]( "Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan")
1Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan
Planning -
![The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo]( "The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo")
2The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo
Shopping -
![Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo]( "Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo")
3Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo
Tokyo -
![September Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo)]( "September Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo)")
4September Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo)
Tokyo -
![Bad Bunny Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour]( "Bad Bunny Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour")
5Bad Bunny Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour
Tokyo -
![Yodogawa Fireworks Festival]( "Yodogawa Fireworks Festival")
6Yodogawa Fireworks Festival
Osaka -
![Japanese Urban Legends]( "Japanese Urban Legends")
7Japanese Urban Legends
Culture -
![Daikoku Car Meet]( "Daikoku Car Meet")
8Daikoku Car Meet
Kanagawa -
![Iwatayama Monkey Park]( "Iwatayama Monkey Park")
9Iwatayama Monkey Park
Kyoto -
![Japan Open]( "Japan Open")
10Japan Open
Tokyo
