This is Mikado Inn

A historic postcard circa 1920 features signage for the Mikado Inn along Truesdale Drive in the Harmon area. The establishment was operated by "Admiral" George T. Moto. While the entrance sign has disappeared over time, portions of the original low stone wall and entrance structure remain visible today.

The postcard was produced by the Photo & Art Postal Card Co. of New York, commissioned by the inn's proprietor. The property showcased Japanese gardens and served as a popular destination during the early twentieth century.

Several related historical posts document the inn's colorful past. Oscar Levant, a pianist and entertainer, performed there as a teenager, describing cramped living conditions with "twenty or thirty Japanese waiters in the cellar." Historical menus reveal dining options including Spring Lamb Chops at $1.50 and Filet Mignon at $3.00. The establishment was advertised among regional "road houses" in a 1921 New-York Tribune article highlighting its Japanese gardens.

The nearby Nikko Inn operated across the street on Nordica Drive, suggesting a regional trend of Japanese-themed hospitality establishments during this era.