Niffin Pavilion

Niffin Pavilion

Niffin Pavilion is located in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture, in the Chūgoku region of Japan. It is a Western-style building designed in the French Renaissance architectural style and has been designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. It was designed by the renowned Meiji-era architect Katayama Tōkuma and completed in 1907. The total area, including the garden, is 7,200 square meters, with the building itself covering 1,046 square meters. The construction cost totaled 43,335 yen, making it one of the most famous attractions in Tottori Prefecture.

Niffin Pavilion was originally built as a detached palace by the 14th lord of the Tottori Domain during the Edo period, the Ikeda clan. The interior is lavishly decorated and was the first palace in Tottori to feature electrical appliances, including electric lights, making it the earliest electrified palace in the prefecture. The pavilion’s garden features numerous pavilions and is planted with a variety of rare flowers, trees, and plants. In spring and summer, the lush greenery and fragrant blossoms create a serene and elegant atmosphere, offering visitors a peaceful retreat from daily worries. Additionally, Niffin Pavilion is close to Tottori Castle Ruins and Kōzenji Temple, among other scenic spots in Tottori City, allowing visitors to easily combine them into a single itinerary.

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Why Go: One of the most famous sightseeing spots in Tottori City

Continent: Asia【Asia】

Country/Region: Japan[Japan]

Province/State: Tottori Prefecture [Tottori Prefecture]

City: Tottori [Tottori]