Tokyo Castle & Imperial Palace - Historical Walking Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Sakurada Tatsumi Yagura

  You can see a surviving turret from the Edo period and learn about the security systems that still protect the Imperial Palace today.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Kokyo Otemon Gate

  You’ll see two massive gates and stone walls from the original castle. This is where we talk about how the design helped protect the shogun.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Constable Guardhouse

  A small guardhouse once used by lower-ranking samurai. This is where we talk about who they were and why this spot was important.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse

  A large guardhouse where many samurai were stationed. This is where we talk about their role in castle security.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Obansho Guardhouse

  A central guardhouse near the inner gate. Here, we talk about the samurai of higher rank and their duties.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Fujimi-yagura

  An old watchtower overlooking the area. This is where we talk about its role and what made it special in the past.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan

  You can see a scale model of the former Edo Castle and visit a souvenir shop with palace-related goods.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin

  This is the former site of Edo Castle’s main tower. We talk here about why it’s no longer standing and what remains today.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Ninomaru Garden

  A traditional Japanese garden with seasonal plants and a pond with koi. This is where we enjoy the peaceful side of the former castle grounds.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Tokyo Central Railway Station (Pass by)

  We will conclude the tour in front of the ginkgo-lined avenue stretching out before Tokyo Station.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• There is a security check to enter the Imperial Palace. Please do not bring knives or alcohol.
• The main castle was destroyed by fire and no longer exists.
• The Emperor's residence is not open to the public.

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