Excursion1_Seifuso Villa tour
Seifuso Villa was the private residence in Kyoto of Kinmochi Saionji, who served twice as prime minister of Japan toward the end of the Meiji.
The main residence was completed in 1912 (1st year of the Taisho era) and the entire project was finished by 1915.
Comprising refined buildings of great distinction, constructed using only the very best timber and employing exquisite architectural techniques, situated in a garden inspired by contemplation of nature, Seifuso Villa is one of the finest examples of modern Japanese architecture.
Kinmochi passed away in 1940 and the Sumitomo family donated Seifuso Villa to Kyoto Imperial University in 1944 (19th year of the Showa era).
(Based on web site of the Sumitomo Group Public Affairs Committee
https://www.sumitomo.gr.jp/english/history/related/seifuso/)
Location of the villa is near from Main campus of Kyoto university, where the farewell party will be held.
The exact meeting location will be sent to participants who have registered.
Date 2024.9.13(Fri.)
tour 1 9:30-10:30
tour 2 11:00-12:00
Handing fee 1,500yen(JPY)
Each tour is max 20 people.
We hope many international guests could join the tour.
*Please apply via the following website:
https://app.payvent.net/embedded_forms/show/66d6d70a3e79442683cfee96?locale=en