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2010/12/03

Everlasting View


It's a view from the Italian embassy villa by Lake Chuzenji. It was built in 1928 and was a summer Villa of the Italian Ambassadors until 2008. This view (from the 2nd floor) is the same one that successive Italian Ambassadors and their guests were enjoying during their (long) summer vacation.

Since Tochigi Prefecture purchased the Villa from the Republic of Italy, it became a Memorial Park open to the public. It's free of charge, but you are encouraged to donate around $1 for the maintenance of the building. I did so when I went there.

It is open from April 1 to November 30.

This is an entry for Show Me Japan.



And of course, this is also for Black and White Weekend and Scenic Sunday entries.

         Scenic Sunday


Have a wonderful weekend.
Posted by Yoshi at 3:08 PM
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24 comments:

  1. CarverDecember 3, 2010 at 7:03 PM

    What a wonderful view and I love the way you photographed it. Great hearing about places like that which are open for the public to enjoy.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 3, 2010 at 7:11 PM

    Perfect framing! I love the branches, and the panes in the window.

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  3. anemonenDecember 3, 2010 at 7:21 PM

    That is a perfect photo for B&W. I love the frame.

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  4. Lucy Corrander : PhotosDecember 3, 2010 at 7:26 PM

    Almost a view from a set.

    Lucy

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  5. DragonstarDecember 3, 2010 at 9:13 PM

    The view looks even better seen through the frame of the window. Fine monochrome.

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  6. RandiDecember 3, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    The window frames give the photo an extra demension. Love it!

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  7. Martha ZDecember 3, 2010 at 10:12 PM

    I'm sure the Italians enjoyed their stay, it looks lovely.

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  8. LuiDecember 3, 2010 at 10:59 PM

    Beautiful window scene and peak into Japan's gorgeous landscape!

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  9. AnonymousDecember 3, 2010 at 11:02 PM

    I'd like to have a long vacation there, it's beautiful!

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  10. CinthiaDecember 3, 2010 at 11:33 PM

    A simple perfect!

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  11. JoanneDecember 4, 2010 at 12:28 AM

    How inviting... love it!

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  12. AngieDecember 4, 2010 at 2:36 AM

    Love all your photos! Thanks for visiting.

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  13. Jidhu JoseDecember 4, 2010 at 4:37 AM

    Nice shot

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  14. ArtloverDecember 4, 2010 at 5:03 AM

    I like it. To use the window frame gives a special feeling in the picture, Great!

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  15. UnknownDecember 4, 2010 at 7:44 AM

    Great shot. Wow, I wish I had that view from my window :-)

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  16. AnonymousDecember 4, 2010 at 8:29 AM

    Very nice photo and view! I'm sure it is nice in colors too!
    Have a good weekend!

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  17. lina@home sweet homeDecember 4, 2010 at 12:39 PM

    Thanks for sharing this beautiful view...

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  18. eileeninmdDecember 4, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    Wonderful composition and photo. The view is beautiful.

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  19. LauraDecember 5, 2010 at 1:47 AM

    a lovely image...thank you for sharing!

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  20. indicaspeciesDecember 5, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    Very pleasing photograph.

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  21. AnonymousDecember 5, 2010 at 4:01 PM

    That's really beautiful!

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  22. Noel MorataDecember 5, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    aloha

    what a beautiful scene, love the view with the window frame peeking out

    thanks for sharing this

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  23. BarbaraDecember 5, 2010 at 8:24 PM

    Love the way the window frames this. Great shot.

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  24. LinneaDecember 7, 2010 at 3:47 PM

    Oh what a brilliant capture. I love it!

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