muzium • 296 Shōtokuji, Yamanashi, 405-0032, Jepun
Memorial Nezu, located in Yamanashi City, Yamanashi Prefecture, is the former residence of the old Nezu family built in the late Edo period. This memorial is known as a facility that preserves and exhibits the former residence of the first Nezu Kaichiro, who was called the 'Railway King' and played a major role in Japan's modernization. It is a precious place where you can experience the old and good times of an industrialist who played a major role in Japan's modernization.
Upon passing through the gate, a dignified wooden residence and a beautiful Japanese garden welcome visitors. The residence contains furniture and furnishings that reveal the lifestyle of the time, and although photography is prohibited indoors, the numerous carefully maintained items will capture your attention in detail.
On the other hand, walking through the grounds, you will encounter a garden with seasonal plantings. Elegant koi swim in the pond, and along the path, you will come across a pathway of mountain wildflowers. In autumn, you can enjoy the autumn leaves, and in spring, you can enjoy the refreshing greenery, experiencing the natural changes in this charming garden.
At the Nezu family residence, you can also learn about the footsteps and thoughts of the first Nezu Kaichiro, known as the 'Railway King'. In the exhibition corner, there are panels explaining his great achievements in founding 24 railway companies and many other enterprises, and contributing to Japan's modernization. Inside the residence, you can catch a glimpse of the lifestyle of the industrialist at that time.
Furthermore, as you walk through the Japanese garden, you can also enjoy a distant view of Mount Fuji. It is a memorial hall that exudes the elegance and dignity of the industrialist, allowing you to feel the old-fashioned atmosphere.
The Nezu Memorial, with its free admission, is a place where you can experience the life and thoughts of an industrialist who once made Yamanashi his base. The charming residence and Japanese garden invite visitors to a world full of traditional emotions. Why not take a moment to leave behind the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and immerse yourself in this space where you can reflect on the traces of Japan's modernization?