Imperial Palace East Garden and Heritage of Edo Castle Private Tour
Walking Tours
Digital
3 hours
English
- Explore the Palace's East Gardens to enjoy beautiful seasonal flowers and walk through the grounds of the old Shogun's castle.
- Take a stroll around Nihonbashi, Tokyo's bustling commercial hub with over 400 years of history.
- Since it’s a completely private tour, you can explore freely and at your own pace.
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Guide in English
Inclusions
Admission to: Entrance into The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
English / Japanese-speaking guide
Additional Info
Free for children aged 0-5
From￥605.72Per Person
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What's included in Imperial Palace East Garden and Heritage of Edo Castle Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 09:00, 10:00, 13:00, 14:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, The guide will be waiting, holding a signboard with “888.”.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Guided tour, Tokyo Station, Tokyo Station, built in 1914, is a historic landmark known for its red brick design and serves as a major transport hub in the city.
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Imperial Palace, The Imperial Palace, once the site of Edo Castle and the residence of the Tokugawa shoguns, is now the home of the Japanese Emperor and stands as a historic and symbolic centerpiece in Tokyo.
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace are a serene escape in Tokyo, with beautiful gardens, historic ruins, and seasonal flowers.
- [Return] at The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, You can choose to return at the following times: 12:00, 13:00, 16:00, 17:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Depending on the situation, such as timing or the customer’s next destination, we can also escort you to Tokyo Station.
- The menu might change depending on the season and availability of ingredients
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Discover Japan’s Imperial Palace, home of the Emperor and former site of Edo Castle, the center of political power in Japan. While we won’t enter the inner palace, you’ll explore the beautiful East Gardens, Wadakura Fountain Park, and the historic grounds of the old castle, learning fascinating stories about its past. This private walking tour is perfect for experiencing Tokyo’s rich heritage at your own pace—just remember to wear comfortable shoes! You’ll also visit Nihonbashi, a historic commercial district over 400 years old, immersing yourself in the cultural and historical charm of Tokyo.
(This tour is different from the official guided tour offered by the Imperial Household Agency.)
- The Imperial Palace is surrounded by both the inner moat (uchibori) and the outer moat (sotobori). These moats were originally created as a defense system for Edo Castle. Today, the waters of the moats are maintained as clear streams, offering visitors a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful scenery.
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