Dazzling Abandoned Mansion Of A Corrupt Italian - Fraud Cost Him Everything!

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STORY
We're venturing off the beaten path into the stunning Italian countryside, where a unique architectural wonder awaits.
This breathtaking villa stands out with its Japanese-inspired design, a fascinating anomaly in the Italian landscape. History buffs have dubbed it the "Japanese Villa," and with good reason!
The owners, Cristina and Alberto, were deeply passionate about Japanese culture. Their love for Japan is evident in every detail, from the stunning artwork to the way they decorated their home. They even expanded their family by adopting two children from Japan.
Rumors swirl about the current state of the villa and the reason for its abandonment. Some whispers suggest Alberto built his fortune in Japan through less-than-savory means.
Another theory claims the family fled Italy over a decade ago due to tax fraud, leaving everything behind. If Cristina and Alberto are still alive, they'd be in their sixties, with their children now in their late thirties or early forties.
The truth may be lost to time. Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the abandoned villa, searching for clues about this intriguing family and the fascinating story they left behind.
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[@marzash]

I daydream of touring places like this while I'm working a job I hate ..thanks for letting me view it vicariously.

[@LuvNatasha3]

Same!!

[@kangirigungi]

That's why I take screenshots of these places and use them as desktop backgrounds. This way it feels a little bit that I'm exploring even while working.

[@Navyyy9]

Same here

[@CassandraDiNomEDiFatto]

19.51 It is not a pizza cutter. It is a type of knife for cutting vegetables into small pièces before cooking them. I'm Italian 😊

[@Unknown-jy7ku]

No 👎

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

Mezzuluna

[@valep.6039]

si per tagliare prezzemolo ecc.. non sapevo che fosse uno strumento da cucina italiano!

[@CassandraDiNomEDiFatto]

@@jamesdellaneve9005 mezzaluna

[@libertygiveme1987]

Loved the girls Bedroom and the Bathroom. The Bedroom you could make THREE BEDROOMS out of it in a regular house!!!! The Shower was really DIFFERENT, as well as the Tub "ENCLOSURE"!!!! Thanks Guys for taking us along on your Journey!!!!

[@teresagray1477]

A shame so many furniture pieces will be ruined over time.

[@BB--1011O]

As someone who loves vintage it's such a shame all these masterpieces are lying abandoned,it almost feels like a crime I wish someone could show them some love

[@blazefairchild465]

I guess it will all have to be auctioned off for the taxes.

[@PhoenIXPhantasies]

But stealing them would be more of a crime (':

[@Kimberly-r9p]

This Mansion looks stunningly beautiful if the entry hall is this gorgeous I'm sure the rest of rooms will be just as beautiful

[@barefootnhilbily7091]

The tower shower...lol I like it.

[@hchapuis231]

What a shame that this house have been abandond. What a waste, when there are people who are homeless.

[@Pareshbpatel]

One beautiful abandoned mansion; so beautifully presented. Thank you, Lesley and Danny, the Bros of Decay. {2024-05-22}

[@Annaorlando311]

I hope that someone buys this gorgeous mansion. There's so must beauty in the home.

[@Queerz4Palestein]

you can have for one euro

[@Urbexando]

So gorgeous, once again another beautifull take of wonderfull place. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@kaylarsen2222]

Lived this house. Surprised that these homes are left with such valuable items. If this was America the place would be ransacked .😢😢 thanks for the tour.

[@bettywright6001]

I love your videos! I know your brother took very good videos, but I really love Danny,s input he really makes these videos and I really love Danny!

[@anadiliarestrepo6548]

que lugar es hermoso fascinante su paisaje y todo lo de la mansión es un sueño desde Colombia un abrazo me encanta tus videos me transportan a esos tiempos

[@alliedavidson4175]

The painting over the piano is by George Stubbs called "Mares and Foals in a River Landscape". The original is hanging at Tate Britain museum in London.

[@juliemosher6404]

Absolutely breathtaking... as a wheelchair bound person, I travel vicariously by watching these videos. ❤

[@dianadelahaye7660]

I love the green tiled bathroom and that cool shower tower! The balcony is lovely.

[@eleniceferreirafalcao4770]

Que lindo, espaçoso e muito bem decorado. Amo vê os seus vídeos ❤

[@emoji5005]

Hello everyone, looks like another amazing video from the BEST 😊

[@GlitterGlamGal]

Honestly i adore you guys and watch most, if not all of your explorations , but i really wish that you would try a little bit to think logically when looking at things you’re not sure about. The table obviously was meant to be carved into like it was, you just had to look at the matching bench seats under the fabric the same texture was on those. I do enjoy seeing these stunning homes and hearing and wondering about their stories. 🇦🇺💗

[@deniseharris2982]

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! THANKS GUYS from east Texas!!! ❤

[@heidigordon1868]

I love the Italian tours. Such ornate mansions and castles.

[@ramona_rami5643]

I'm absolutely fascinated with this Italian mansion ! The interior design consists of an impressive variety of styles, shapes, colours and materials! The chandeliers and the painted cabinets are gorgeous ! Thank you, Lesley and Danny, for this wonderful exploration! I love your excitement and passion for your work! Take care and enjoy your trip!❤

[@estrellagilana4487]

Thank you for sharing, wish I could own one of those abandoned mansions love those expensive ART WORKS, furnitures so sad.

[@vintagepipesnightmares]

The guy behind the camera is so much smarter than the guy in front of the camera! The guy in front says the most ridiculous things when he tries to explain what something might be 😂😂

[@emmypuspasari]

Wow !! This is very Beautiful Home and Castle !! I love every corner in this home. But i love the part of Dolls room also an office and some clean rooms in second upstrairs!! Its really awesome !! Great to see you in another video !! Success For Leslie and Danny !!

[@rs1107]

👍Danny's Spot-On Insights👍 🤔Lesley's Not Quite So Much🤔

[@Ramen.Butterbeard]

The decay of this villa, is older than ten years, the newspaper must have been left by an adventurer, the TV is from 80s-90s, more like 30 years, all that damp damage takes time.

[@billb5749]

I loved the neighborhood and the unique gardens. As always, I would love to see what it all looked like back when it was well cared for. You guys always make these adventures so fascinating. The editing and the music is so beautifully crafted. Thank you guys, you are the best. I look forward to our next adventure!

[@ののライオン]

1983年に総理になった中曽根康弘の書が飾ってあるので40年は経過していると思います。 女の子のベッドには日本の香を封じた匂い袋が下がっています。寝る前の一時に日本の香りを嗅いで思い出にひたっていたのかもしれませんね。 書は仲良くを示す和や清い心等が書かれた物が有りましたが脱税や逃げ出さないといけない所業の生き様が書とは解離していて情けないかぎりです。 書事態もあまり価値、芸術性の有るものではないですね。 日本のものが好きだったわりには残された物からは造詣の浅さが見えます。

[@lilyd1010]

💜👌👍👁

[@susan7639]

I can’t imagine how much those chandeliers would cost $$$$$ Another great video gentleman ❤️❤️

[@bullwinkl]

I luv that you guys are doing this and share mansion spelunking yes!!

[@sabrinafair35]

Hi, Lesley! Your channel has exploded! How wonderful 😁

[@allanchurm]

do so like this channel it should be shown on television as a series..

[@Goldrush1988]

When I see place's like this my imagination just runs wild. It is my dream to buy a old mansion over sea's. Another great video!

[@csantrich4387]

i t is not a pizza cutter, it is a mezza luna, a style of knife to chop with both hands

[@michaelhoggarth89]

Mrs H 🇬🇧 ... I've been away from the internet for a while & I have a lot of catching up to do & I have missed my favourite channels like yours but now I'm back & back feeling healthy...❤💋

[@betsybrennan7101]

Such a beautiful house! So many chandeliers, which is actually pronounced like shandelier, to improve the sound of your English. Wonderful job, fascinating!

[@carolali8851]

Beautiful entrance and staircase. The wallpaper at 29:22 is flocked wallpaper, it has a raised velvety pattern on it. I'd say the top floor was probably reserved for service staff and their children because it's not likely that the lady of the house did the housework and cooking. Overall this is a wonderful house worth saving.

[@Bluerose888]

The top floor, I didn't see a bathroom.

[@lorih2249]

If the family fled the country due to tax fraud then I would assume the government would have seized their home and possessions and sold them at auction to pay the government what it was owed. I’m questioning if that was the real reason they left Italy.

[@marijae.5887]

👌👌

[@kiethdeakin5927]

Yeah, you think so but if you watch these urban Explorer, there's tons and tons of houses that were seized due to tax issues in foreclosures and it sucks. They don't do anything with it so they ruin lives to let something rot very disappointing.

[@marykathrynhagge9977]

At 39:35-object is a holy icon of St. George, the dragon-slayer.

[@traceyroyer993]

49:30.🤔 How could you NOT mention the unique divider wall panels that looked hand painted with flowers? Simply beautiful!

[@СветланаГерман-о3о]

Какой роскошный дворец вау! А люстры настоящие произведения искусства! А дворец сам просто сказочный!❤

[@ТаисияСтепанова-ъ6е]

Привет всем из России❤❤❤! Мне очень жаль, что такое великолепие заброшено😢😢😢.

[@FreddieMartin-c9q]

Flocked wallpaper. Gorgeous!!

[@lindaromero1435]

Great video. It appears to me it might have been abandoned more then 10 years ago The TV is like from 30 years ago.

[@НатальяЕременко-с6в]

Парни ,вы такие места красивые показывает,такую загадочную красоту заброшенных замков и вилл,как я вам завидую,но вы всё это через свои видео доносите визуально до нас!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@grieta9500]

Great to watch your programs,gives some peace of mind.Also very important.

[@VALERIENEWCOMBE-rh7se]

😲OMG TRULY GORGEOUS AND I WOULD SERIOUSLY LOVE TO OWN SOME OF THESE BEAUTIFUL THINGS.🌺

[@yeseniah7373]

The Villa Keiko was abandoned in the 1990s ( there is a company that manages it and it is not for sale).

[@LarryAugsburger]

You guys have done it again, masterfully documentary of a beautiful Italian mansion!! this place is so fantastic it needs to be restored and someone should be living there!!!!

[@hienho287]

Ôi 1 căn nhà tuyệt đẹp và phong cảnh tuyệt đẹp sẽ mất đi Theo năm tháng không ai bảo dưỡng thật buồn..thank you very much 👍👍👍💖💖

[@dianeknight4839]

guys the pizza cutter is actually a herb chopper. Japanese design is all about clean lines and no cluttter, which is why it looks like Ikea. The Italian style furniture is very similar to the French. Those wooden perforated shutters on the windows are just like the ones on Japanese houses.

[@enricabonanomi9060]

La storia raccontata da esploratori italiani è un po' diversa. Lei è giapponese e era sposata in patria con un uomo potente ed è scappata coi figli. Poi qui ha costruito questo castello e ha conosciuto uno svizzero, sono scappati perché il marito giapponese la cercava

[@anja_smdt]

Yes, that is the right story. I have seen this house from other explorers already.

[@lilyd1010]

👌👍

[@miramans1412]

So true I heard this story too

[@myriamnahoum671]

Good Morning Sir thank you very much for video Nice day

[@jensacocoonedbutterfly]

Another great place thanks for showing

[@testing1sim]

must have been abandoned in the 80s'. look at those TVs...those were gone from italian homes by the late 90s.

[@lililili1871]

Belle exploration

[@Cosetelo]

Hola qué casa o mansión mejor dicho preciosa preciosa y algunas habitaciones de arriba serían para los del servicio porque esa casa tendría criados

[@riventre]

Porque as autoridades não podem recolher "tudo que possa ser utilizado" por entidades beneficentes, louças, móveis, utensílios domésticos. Parte o coração ver tanta coisa bonita ser deixada à destruição em todos os países. Muito triste.😭

[@tecama4454]

La casa tiene propietarios o herederos de los propietarios y en cualquier momento pueden volver a la casa. Nadie está autorizado a ocupar o sacar algo de una propiedad privada. Las autoridades tampoco.

[@enricabonanomi9060]

Non è un tagliapizza ma una mezzaluna per tritare ad esempio prezzemolo e aglio

[@traceyroyer993]

Love the head board and the very unique chandelier in the girl's bedroom!

[@Koal548-q8e]

난로와 연통 은 길게 해 놓은 것을 집안 따뜻하라고 해놓은 것 아닐까요 mr, Lesley 님 Danny 님 좋은영상 볼수있어 감사하고 고맙습니다 수고 많으셨어요

[@lesleyhouston22]

Great find ❤

[@Bluerose888]

26:43 Was that a door on the left side under the stairs? Before you went upstairs, was there a bathroom? 43:58 The bathtub is long! What a cool tower shower!

[@TheBritalianJob]

The document in Italian at 15:13 is a formal declaration of weapons and ammunition owned by the person signing the document. Pretty strange

[@dennistarrant3174]

Yes, it looks like an inventory of the owner's weapons. Perhaps a legal requirement in that area?

[@ruosa002]

⁠​⁠@@dennistarrant3174yep, that’s right, it is a legal requirement in Italy as here there is an obligation by law to declare each and every firearm you might own. It’s a crime not to, so this is not that strange of a document actually, maybe the owner had to update the list or something similar.

[@EmanuelaAdezio]

La villa del giapponese, bella anche se ha subito dei furti😍🤦‍♀️

[@AnneSmith-mu2ph]

Hi Lesley can’t wait Ann uk❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@gabriellafarella2926]

Si sono Tipiche Case dal' Arcghitettura Solenne e Mastodontica che Ostenta Rcchezza Sfrenata Vanità non porta Felicità ....infatti per Viverci Diventa Deprimente.....(e Costosissimo) Per la Misura o Dimensione "Umana" la Chiave é " Less is More"....👍 L. M. van der Rohe...... 👱‍♀️

[@tonkysue207]

What a waste letting it rot.great channel 💙uk

[@delsales2936]

No skipping adds po watching from Philippines ☺️❤️

[@ujona]

Greetings Lesley and Danny! it is always amazing to see your new videos and lives of these individuals who amassed their fortune through illegal activities. Cannot take wealth with you and God will have His final judgment regardless.

[@MrW11YT]

"Somebody stills lives here." "Ikea."🤣

[@peterrios5864]

Very beautiful house in Italy I like everything about this house

[@MrMartin271]

The writing is Chinese not Japanese, I’m writing to you from Taiwan

[@ヌヌ-k4r]

この手紙はレスリーの言うように日本語です。 手紙には叔母がミラの行くので荷物をお願いしようと思う。 パッチワークのピンクのバックはカロリーナをイメージして手作りし グレーのトレーナーをお父さんに送リ、叔母にお父さんの服のサイズを 伝えて欲しいと後は日本でサッカーが流行っていると書いてあります。 して手作り

[@neilahouchens-cone844]

Do past owners or family ever contact you after seeing your videos? So curious!

[@esterfernandes5706]

Boa Noite sucesso lugar incrível

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

This house would not be too expensive to fix. The roof seems to have remained in tact. I always wonder why these places are stuck in some ind of time warp.

[@barbaragravely920]

Too many people push the envelope and crime happens so fast you don't relize it happens then the Law comes in you asking why ?then you are in handcuffs. Money is the root to destroy minds and Businesses. My Grandpa came from Italy so i love how they were making a design by hands. Love you to Leslie and Danny take care yes i watched all the adds this time :). Your friend Barbie & Sam NWP, FL USA baby Awesome showcase this home is so beautiful i was going to ask you to get a sweeper to the staircase.

[@wendyconley3694]

Great video. Loved it , from Michigan

[@marleneferreiradearaujo7009]

O quadro no quato do menino deve ser São Jorge matando um dragões

[@loriyack4749]

Can't wait. Much love from Michigan 🇺🇸💜

[@Aurora150264]

When this house was left ten years ago, the owner left it in 2014? But in 2014 we never had have such Televisions. Ten years ago nearly all people I knew had flat screens. I often noticed it different countries.

[@faridarahman3446]

Wow is a very nice house

[@AnjaMariaPrzybyla-pn1et]

Wow,i fall in love this that house,started fom the bar room till to the top,and some details.I love the turquoise cabinet and much more.And like always,i love you Danny and Lesley❤

[@dianabrittes3224]

Es muy hermoso todo ,me gustaría qe muestres toda la casa entera y no algunas partes , bendiciones 😍

[@mmm-uw1ep]

It was hard to tell but it looks like the floors were all hardwood in a herringbone pattern. The water damage is probably from a burst pipe rather than a leaking roof. So sad they sawed a giant piece right off the grand staircase carving.

[@peterrios5864]

Pink Panther was I think correct me if I'm wrong was supposed to be French Style cartoon

[@lidiamar7860]

Chicos, me ha encatado el lugar. Pero como siempre con vuestras vocalizaciones lo hacen mas hermoso todo. Muchas gracias.❤

[@BrookeMonfort]

I jdon't understand how affluent people who encounter hard times will abandon so many valuable items. They must not have estate sales in Italy. Or people who salvage for a percentage. Or avid antique hunters. Crazy. Love your videos, tho. Thanks bros.

[@gulsersar9693]

Türkiye Muğla'dan merhaba kolay gelsin mükemmelsiniz hayırlı geceler.❤❤

[@jazzman1626]

Lesley: “Statue over there” Me: “No, that looks nothing like me” 😂😂😂😂

[@Bun_andpip]

At 39:40, that’s an Orthodox Christian icon of Saint George. ❤

[@cynthiasarkis2334]

This house is just perfect nothing else to say 😍

[@barbkeil-burton6894]

Hi Lesley & Danny, 😉 A Beautiful Abandoned Mansion in Italy, but Inside Done like Japan from 2014, Tax Fraud...Sad!! Was Nice of Danny to See Italy for the First Time, I Loved Seeing This One Too!!😍 If it`s Tax Fraud, the Family Don`t Own It Anymore...So Why Doesn`t the People Who Own Sell It? I Loved the 5 Chandeliers, Stairway, Cabinets..Especially @ 43:25 the Hand Painted Dresser, Cabinets, Chairs, Stained Glass, Decayed Piano, & Balcony!! 8 & Possibly 9 Beds, 2 Bathrooms @ 44:30 the Shower in the Tower!! Thanks Lesley for Narrating & Danny for Filming & also Your Comment on Things!!❤ Take Care & have a Safe Trip to your Next Journey!! ❤ Love Barb from Central Illinois USA❣

[@AffectionateAstronaut-vf7xq]

Should be selling on youtube because for people like vintage Metairie it earn money to sopt your chancel and also for the family owners of house for abandoned the house

[@traceyroyer993]

Gorgeous foyer, stairway, but the gold wallpaper's gotta go.

[@micheletremonti2434]

The Red room off the Entery is what would be known as a parlor

[@ЛарисаЗалевская-б6д]

Красивый.особняк.Картины.убранство.интерьер.витражи.Великолепно.Вдохнуть.жизнь.в.него.сделать.реновацию.Есть.каналы.реставраторов.такие.молодцы.возвращают.красоту.заброшенным.замкам.и.виллам

[@casacar1958]

ohh una casa fabulosa, llena de detales y muebles con arte. disfruté mucho este video. Como siempre Lesley y Danny son lo mejor de youtube. amo lo que hacen.

[@BarbaraHolland-j9c]

This video was too short missed seeing a lot of the things in detail like a lot of your other videos loved what l saw

[@mariasara7659]

Para mi !! Todas las mansiones son hermosas ,cada una con su historia ,sus recuerdos y sus dias de gloria . Pero lo mas lindo fue ver tus PIERNAS EN PLENO EJERCICIO ,!!! SALUDOS DESDE CHILE ,ABRASITOS AL SRTO: DANNY 🇨🇱⚘😄

[@СветланаГерман-о3о]

Богатый по истине дворец!❤