Tokyo walking tour around Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Put your map away and let a guide lead you around the Tokyo Station and Marunouchi area on this small‑group walking tour. Explore a variety of landmarks—including the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens, Wadakura Bridge, the historic Marunouchi Building, and the KITTE Marunouchi complex. Along the way, you’ll also enjoy a panoramic view of Tokyo Station’s iconic red‑brick building and its surrounding cityscape. Your guide shares fascinating insights into the area’s architecture, history, and culture throughout the tour.

・Discover Tokyo’s highlights with a knowledgeable guide

・Learn about the area’s history and culture through easy‑to‑follow commentary

・See a mix of architecture, shopping spots, and cultural landmarks

・Enjoy a panoramic view of Tokyo Station and its surroundings

*Cooling towels are provided during the summer months

What's Included

tour guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Marunouchi Police Department Tokyo Station Police Box

JR Tokyo Station, meet up in front of Marunouchi Police Station Tokyo Station Police Box.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The first Marunouchi Building was built in 1923 and repaired after the Great Kanto Earthquake. It was demolished in 1999 due to low earthquake resistance, and the modern 36‑story version you see today opened in 2002.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    KITTE is home to many shops, and its rooftop “KITTE Garden” offers an excellent view of Tokyo Station. On the 4th floor, a recreated postal workspace lets you experience a bit of old Japan.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum

    Mitsubishi Ichigokan was designed by Josiah Conder, the Meiji‑era architect behind landmarks such as the Rokumeikan, Nicolai Hall, and the Furukawa Residence. Completed in 1894, the building now features a beautiful courtyard that serves as a relaxing public space.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    It is regarded as an important example of early Western‑style architecture in Japan, and it became the first Showa‑period building to be recognized as a National Important Cultural Property.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Two-tiered Bridge (Ni-ju Bashi)

    The stone and iron “double bridge” seen today was built in the late 1880s, replacing the simple wooden bridge that stood in the Edo period.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Sakurada-mon Gate

    Sakuradamon is the west gate of the former Edo Castle and is designated as an Important Cultural Property. The current gate structure dates back to around 1663.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Shopping Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
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