Sambancho Joint Conference Hall (Former Yamagata Aritomo Residence Garden Ruins & Annex) Public Opening

About this event

At the Sambancho Joint Conference Hall in Kudanminami, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, the garden ruins of the former Yamagata Aritomo residence and the government annex designed by architect Hiroshi Oe will be open to the public. On this occasion, visitors can enjoy an event combining historic architecture, a Japanese garden, and Japanese cultural experiences. On the guided tour, an expert guide will take visitors through the annex building and garden while explaining their history and highlights in detail. Talk events will feature fascinating themes such as "Trees in Gardens of Modern Tokyo" and "Hiroshi Oe Survey Project 2026: National Noh Theatre Survey Report." In addition, a tea experience session held with the cooperation of the Dainippon Chado Gakkai will offer matcha tasting. Furthermore, a Japanese culture exhibition corner will be set up displaying works such as those by Takahiro Kasuya, the 4th Headmaster of Ichiyo School of Ikebana. A food loss awareness event and a 2027 International Horticultural Expo awareness event will be held concurrently. Admission and participation are free, no reservations are required, and anyone is welcome to join.

Venue

Sambancho Kyoyo Kaigisho (Sambancho Joint Conference Hall)

2-1-5 Kudanminami, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0074