This private home was built in the 70s by a renowned architect in a 'modern traditional' style -- low slung and open like a Wright-inspired California ranch, but unmistakably Japanese in the details and multiple gardens and tea rooms. Stunningly, remarkably open -- entire walls slide away to display the beautiful moss garden. Highly recommended for an hour of quiet contemplation.

Great Japanese garden and house, which is builded by rich guy.

Love the retro architecture

The "Former Inomata Residence," designed by Order of Culture–recipient architect Isoya Yoshida, was truly a space that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of the city. The moment you step inside, you're overwhelmed by the beauty of its meticulously calculated sukiya-zukuri style. In particular, the garden viewed through the large opening of the "hiroma" (main hall) is like a painting. At this time of year, "yukizuri" (snow ropes) have been put up to protect the garden trees, and I could enjoy the dignified atmosphere unique to the transition from winter to spring. The stillness of the tea room and Japanese-style rooms, and the contrast between the modern chairs in the Western-style room and the garden, are also wonderful, letting you spend a luxurious time where architecture and nature become one. I'm grateful that such a space is open to the public for free.

In the middle of a residential area in Seijo stands a Japanese house that seems to have forgotten time. The Inomata Residence, built by the famous architect Isoya Yoshida. Apparently it's a sukiya-zukuri house; the building is pure Japanese-style architecture, but the way of life there was Western. A soothing moment gazing at the garden. Perhaps a volunteer, someone explained everything carefully. I'd like to see how the garden looks in each season.