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Imperial Palace Tour: Tokyo's Historic Heart
4.9
65 Ratings
Chiyoda City
Enter the realm of the Shogun, where his aspirations laid the groundwork for contemporary Japan! Discover how Japan evolved into its current form while touring the Eastern Gardens with our English-speaking guide!
Enter the realm of the Shogun, where his aspirations laid the groundwork for contemporary Japan! Discover how Japan evolved into its current form while touring the Eastern Gardens with our English-speaking guide!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace (Edo Castle Ruin) - Begin your walking tour by meeting your guide at starbucks in the Wadakuramon park! Together, stroll toward the grand main gate (otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you step through, follow your guide on a captivating journey, circling the palace grounds/eastern garden! (The…
- The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace (Edo Castle Ruin) - Begin your walking tour by meeting your guide at starbucks in the Wadakuramon park! Together, stroll toward the grand main gate (otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you step through, follow your guide on a captivating journey, circling the palace grounds/eastern garden! (The actual main castle does not exist anymore..BUT for a very good reason your guide will tell you all about on the tour! You will also get to see a miniature structure of how the palace used to look like in the past as well) Explore the history embedded in old soldier barracks, encounter special koi fish, and marvel at trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Delight in the serenity of the palace while gaining insights into its past, including a visit to the old base where the palace once stood over 350 years ago. While the palace can be tricky to navigate, your guide will ensure you don’t get lost and help you take photos throughout the tour :)
What's Included
- Guided walking tour explaining the history of Japan
- Interactive and friendly English-speaking guide
- Great photo spots
- Beautiful garden
- One-of-a-kind royal koi fish
- Bamboo forest
- Guide who can help with other travel tips
- Guided walking tour explaining the history of Japan
- Interactive and friendly English-speaking guide
- Great photo spots
- Beautiful garden
- One-of-a-kind royal koi fish
- Bamboo forest
- Guide who can help with other travel tips
What's Not Included
- Access to the Inner Palace (note: not open to the public)
- Access to the Inner Palace (note: not open to the public)
Location
Starbucks Coffee - Kokyo Gaien Wadakura Fountain Park
Take the train to Tokyo station, from there it is only a 5-10 minute walk to the Wadakuramon fountain park. In the park, head to the Starbucks where your guide will be waiting for you. The guide will be holding a sign with "Sunrise Adventure´s" logo :)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(65 Ratings)
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Excursion725294
Dec 24, 2024
What an amazing experience! - Everything was just perfect from my arrival . The indications given before made very easy to join the place. The hotess was super friendly and explained everything I needed to know about Japanese tea. I definitely recommend it!!
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Outdatedmap
Dec 14, 2024
Enjoyable tour - Enjoyed the tour, led by Hugo. Guide was knowledgeable and clear, and the tour itself was efficient and informative.
Would recommend.
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Jeffreyka6195ck
Dec 8, 2024
Great experience! - Great guide and experience! Well worth it. Our guide Fonze was very knowledgeable and answered a lot of questions we had. The meetup spot is very convenient and right next to the entrance. Highly recommend.
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7amnag
Dec 6, 2024
Amazing tea ceremony - One of my favourite experiences in Tokyo. The instructor was so friendly and knowledgable. The tea tasting was delicious and I'm so happy I know how to make matcha correctly know.
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VinÃcius
Dec 1, 2024
Just do it! - Amazing tour! Lakki, our guide, was amazing and very knowledgeable. Very patient too - made our visit very special. We wefe also lucky enough to have Inui street open, and Lakki did not mind at all takis us through it. 100000/10
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Brian_l
Nov 24, 2024
Fantastic experience - Our guide was fantastic extremely knowledgeable and he made everyone very welcome I would recommend this tour
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Bronw24
Nov 16, 2024
Excellent History Walking Tour - It’s been a bucket list to walk through the Imperial Palace.
Hugo’s knowledge of Japanese history was extensive, we had a great history walking tour.
Thank you
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352jacquiet
Nov 8, 2024
Great Intro to Tokyo - Great experience to start pur stay in Tokyo. Ilclose to the university. Informative with a variety of tea tastings. Changed my mind about Matcha.
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Wilma_b
Nov 4, 2024
Thanks, Lakki! - Our guide, Lakki, was fantastic! It was a rainy day as we toured the Imperial Palace in Tokyo but it didn’t detract from the experience. He was so knowledgeable and engaging. It was a fun time. I would definitely go on another of his tours if I could!
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Moshe_r
Dec 6, 2024
Historical tour in Imperial Palace - Very interesting tour, about Japan s history. Our guide Natsumi was friendly and knowledgable with good English. The Imperial palace is mostly gardens with few guards' wooden houses. The palace itself is only stone base ramp while the palace was burnt in a fire and not restored.
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