抄録
This paper shows the majestic design of the Meiji Palace's main hall was not decided at the date of commencement of work, but designed simultaneously with the progress of work. In the process of design, the ceiling of the hall was raised higher, and some western ornaments were added to the walling. An image of the ballroom was introduced in the design by Ito Hirobumias the minister of the Imperial Household Agency, who insisted on the importance of holding evening parties in the palace as the diplomatic necessities.
