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Tokyo Imperial Palace History Tour with expert longtime resident

Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Tokyo, Japan
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Take a deeper dive into the rich history of Tokyo Imperial Palace on a walking tour with a local resident. Rather than relying on brief information panels alone, immerse yourself in the historic and cultural mysteries of the Imperial Palace East Gardens and see how this landmark contributed to the foundations of Japan.
  • This compact tour is perfect for time-pressed travelers in Tokyo
  • Go beyond the guidebooks with facts and insight from your guide
  • Exploring the palace on foot lets you focus on the finer details
  • A small group promises personalized attention

What's Included

  • Expert knowledge from longtime Japan resident
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 大噴水建設記念碑
    3-1 Kōkyogaien, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0002, Japan

    Near the terrace adjacent to the Starbucks, we meet in front of the large tree next to the old castle wall.

End point

  • 菖蒲田
    MQP5+W9, 1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0001, Japan

    We finish the tour inside the East Garden, a five-minute walk from the Otemon gate where we enter.

Itinerary

1

Wadakura Fountain Park

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

2

Kokyo Otemon Gate

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

3

Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

4

The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

5

Ninomaru Chashitsu

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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