Tokyo Imperial Palace, Castle Ruins, Shogun Era & Garden Walking Tour
by Sunrise Adventure
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This walking tour in Tokyo lasts about two hours and covers the Imperial Palace grounds, including its Eastern Gardens and historical sites connected to the castle and shogun era. The tour begins at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, where the guide meets the group. From there, participants walk to the Kokyo Otemon Gate, the main entrance to the palace, and continue around the palace grounds and Eastern Garden. Along the route, the guide explains the history of Edo Castle, whose main structure no longer exists, showing a miniature model that illustrates its former appearance. The group visits the remains of the guardhouse near Wadakuramon Gate and explores the Ninomaru Garden. The guide points out old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and various trees brought from different parts of Japan. The tour also includes a visit to the site of the old palace base, which dates back more than 350 years. Throughout the walk, the guide shares stories about the Edo period, samurai history, and modern Tokyo, making the history accessible and engaging. The small group size allows for a more personal experience, and the guide offers assistance with photographs and navigation through the sometimes complex palace grounds. The tour includes no dress code restrictions and welcomes guests with tattoos. Entry to the Inner Palace is not included as it is closed to the public.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin
The walking tour starts by meeting the guide at Starbucks located in Wadakuramon Park. From there, participants walk together toward the Imperial Palace’s main gate, called Otemon. Although the original main castle no longer exists, the guide explains the reasons behind this and shows a miniature model depicting the palace's former appearance. The tour includes exploring old soldier barracks, viewing special koi fish, and observing trees brought from various Japanese prefectures. Visitors gain an understanding of the palace's history, including the old base that stood over 350 years ago. Navigating the palace can be challenging, but the guide assists with directions and photography throughout.
120 min
Wadakura Fountain Park
Participants meet at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and proceed to the grand Otemon gate of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. The original main castle is no longer standing, but the guide provides detailed reasons and presents a miniature model of the palace as it once was. The route includes visits to historical soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and a variety of trees from different prefectures. Insights into the palace's history are shared, including the location of the old base dating back over 350 years. The guide helps prevent getting lost and assists with photos during the tour.
Wadakuramon
Starting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main Otemon gate. Though the main castle no longer exists, the guide explains why and shows a miniature structure of the former palace. The walk covers old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from across Japan’s prefectures. The tour provides historical context about the palace, including its base from over 350 years ago. The guide ensures participants do not get lost and helps with photography throughout.
Remains of Wadakuramon Gate Guardhouse
The tour begins at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, leading to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle is absent, but the guide explains the reason and displays a miniature model of the palace’s previous form. The route includes the old soldier barracks, ponds with special koi fish, and various trees from Japanese prefectures. Historical information includes the palace’s base from more than 350 years ago. The guide aids navigation and photo-taking during the visit.
Crown Prince Marriage Monument
Meeting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main Otemon gate. The main castle no longer stands, but the guide provides explanations and a miniature model of the former palace. The tour passes by old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and trees brought from different prefectures. Visitors learn about the palace’s history, including the base that existed over 350 years ago. The guide helps with directions and photography throughout the tour.
Imperial Palace
Starting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the walk proceeds to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. Although the main castle is gone, the guide explains why and shows a miniature model of the palace’s past appearance. The walk includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees transplanted from multiple Japanese prefectures. The history of the palace, including its base from over 350 years ago, is shared. The guide ensures participants do not get lost and assists with photos.
Kokyo Gaien National Garden
The tour starts at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and continues to the Imperial Palace’s Otemon gate. The original castle no longer exists; the guide explains the reasons and presents a miniature model of the former palace. The route includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from various prefectures. Visitors learn about the palace’s history, including the old base over 350 years old. The guide helps with navigation and photography throughout.
Kokyo Otemon Gate
Beginning at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The main castle is no longer present, but the guide explains why and shows a miniature model of the palace’s earlier form. The tour visits old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. The guide shares details about the palace’s history, including the base that existed more than 350 years ago. Assistance with navigation and photos is provided.
Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan
The tour commences at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, moving toward the Imperial Palace’s Otemon gate. Though the main castle is absent, the guide explains the reasons and shows a miniature model of the former palace. The walk covers old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from various prefectures. The history of the palace, including its base from over 350 years ago, is discussed. The guide ensures participants do not get lost and helps take photos during the tour.
Ninomaru Garden
Starting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group proceeds to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle no longer exists; the guide explains why and presents a miniature model of the palace’s previous appearance. The tour includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. Historical insights include the palace’s base from over 350 years ago. The guide assists with navigation and photography throughout.
Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan
The walking tour begins by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park. From this point, the group moves toward the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The guide explains the absence of the original main castle and shows a miniature model of the palace as it once stood. The tour includes visits to old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees brought from various Japanese prefectures. Participants learn about the palace’s history, including the base that existed over 350 years ago. The guide provides assistance with directions and photography throughout the tour.
Eastern Garden Walk
Participants start at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and walk to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original main castle no longer stands, but the guide explains the reasons and shows a miniature model of the former palace. The route includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and trees from different prefectures. The history of the palace, including its base from more than 350 years ago, is shared. The guide helps prevent participants from getting lost and assists with photos.
Chiyoda
The tour begins at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, then proceeds to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. Although the main castle no longer exists, the guide explains why and presents a miniature model of how the palace looked in the past. The walk includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees brought from various Japanese prefectures. Participants gain historical insights, including the location of the palace’s base more than 350 years ago. The guide aids navigation and photo-taking throughout.
Tokyo
Starting from Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle is absent, but the guide provides explanations and shows a miniature model of the palace’s former appearance. The tour covers old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. Visitors learn about the palace’s history, including the old base that stood over 350 years ago. The guide assists with directions and photography during the tour.
Tayasumon Yagura
The walking tour starts at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and moves toward the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The main castle no longer exists; the guide explains the reasons and shows a miniature model of the former palace. The route includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and trees brought from various prefectures. Historical information includes the palace’s base from over 350 years ago. The guide helps with navigation and photo opportunities throughout.
Kikyo Gate
Beginning at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle is no longer there, but the guide explains why and shows a miniature model of the palace’s past form. The tour visits old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. Participants receive historical context about the palace, including its base over 350 years old. The guide ensures no one gets lost and assists with photos throughout the tour.
Meeting point
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 :)
End point
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 :)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Tokyo Imperial Palace, Castle Ruins, Shogun Era & Garden Walking Tour
by Sunrise Adventure
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.¥12,000Overview
This walking tour in Tokyo lasts about two hours and covers the Imperial Palace grounds, including its Eastern Gardens and historical sites connected to the castle and shogun era. The tour begins at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, where the guide meets the group. From there, participants walk to the Kokyo Otemon Gate, the main entrance to the palace, and continue around the palace grounds and Eastern Garden. Along the route, the guide explains the history of Edo Castle, whose main structure no longer exists, showing a miniature model that illustrates its former appearance. The group visits the remains of the guardhouse near Wadakuramon Gate and explores the Ninomaru Garden. The guide points out old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and various trees brought from different parts of Japan. The tour also includes a visit to the site of the old palace base, which dates back more than 350 years. Throughout the walk, the guide shares stories about the Edo period, samurai history, and modern Tokyo, making the history accessible and engaging. The small group size allows for a more personal experience, and the guide offers assistance with photographs and navigation through the sometimes complex palace grounds. The tour includes no dress code restrictions and welcomes guests with tattoos. Entry to the Inner Palace is not included as it is closed to the public.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin
The walking tour starts by meeting the guide at Starbucks located in Wadakuramon Park. From there, participants walk together toward the Imperial Palace’s main gate, called Otemon. Although the original main castle no longer exists, the guide explains the reasons behind this and shows a miniature model depicting the palace's former appearance. The tour includes exploring old soldier barracks, viewing special koi fish, and observing trees brought from various Japanese prefectures. Visitors gain an understanding of the palace's history, including the old base that stood over 350 years ago. Navigating the palace can be challenging, but the guide assists with directions and photography throughout.
120 min
Wadakura Fountain Park
Participants meet at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and proceed to the grand Otemon gate of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. The original main castle is no longer standing, but the guide provides detailed reasons and presents a miniature model of the palace as it once was. The route includes visits to historical soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and a variety of trees from different prefectures. Insights into the palace's history are shared, including the location of the old base dating back over 350 years. The guide helps prevent getting lost and assists with photos during the tour.
Wadakuramon
Starting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main Otemon gate. Though the main castle no longer exists, the guide explains why and shows a miniature structure of the former palace. The walk covers old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from across Japan’s prefectures. The tour provides historical context about the palace, including its base from over 350 years ago. The guide ensures participants do not get lost and helps with photography throughout.
Remains of Wadakuramon Gate Guardhouse
The tour begins at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, leading to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle is absent, but the guide explains the reason and displays a miniature model of the palace’s previous form. The route includes the old soldier barracks, ponds with special koi fish, and various trees from Japanese prefectures. Historical information includes the palace’s base from more than 350 years ago. The guide aids navigation and photo-taking during the visit.
Crown Prince Marriage Monument
Meeting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main Otemon gate. The main castle no longer stands, but the guide provides explanations and a miniature model of the former palace. The tour passes by old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and trees brought from different prefectures. Visitors learn about the palace’s history, including the base that existed over 350 years ago. The guide helps with directions and photography throughout the tour.
Imperial Palace
Starting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the walk proceeds to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. Although the main castle is gone, the guide explains why and shows a miniature model of the palace’s past appearance. The walk includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees transplanted from multiple Japanese prefectures. The history of the palace, including its base from over 350 years ago, is shared. The guide ensures participants do not get lost and assists with photos.
Kokyo Gaien National Garden
The tour starts at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and continues to the Imperial Palace’s Otemon gate. The original castle no longer exists; the guide explains the reasons and presents a miniature model of the former palace. The route includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from various prefectures. Visitors learn about the palace’s history, including the old base over 350 years old. The guide helps with navigation and photography throughout.
Kokyo Otemon Gate
Beginning at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The main castle is no longer present, but the guide explains why and shows a miniature model of the palace’s earlier form. The tour visits old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. The guide shares details about the palace’s history, including the base that existed more than 350 years ago. Assistance with navigation and photos is provided.
Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan
The tour commences at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, moving toward the Imperial Palace’s Otemon gate. Though the main castle is absent, the guide explains the reasons and shows a miniature model of the former palace. The walk covers old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from various prefectures. The history of the palace, including its base from over 350 years ago, is discussed. The guide ensures participants do not get lost and helps take photos during the tour.
Ninomaru Garden
Starting at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group proceeds to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle no longer exists; the guide explains why and presents a miniature model of the palace’s previous appearance. The tour includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. Historical insights include the palace’s base from over 350 years ago. The guide assists with navigation and photography throughout.
Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan
The walking tour begins by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park. From this point, the group moves toward the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The guide explains the absence of the original main castle and shows a miniature model of the palace as it once stood. The tour includes visits to old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees brought from various Japanese prefectures. Participants learn about the palace’s history, including the base that existed over 350 years ago. The guide provides assistance with directions and photography throughout the tour.
Eastern Garden Walk
Participants start at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and walk to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original main castle no longer stands, but the guide explains the reasons and shows a miniature model of the former palace. The route includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and trees from different prefectures. The history of the palace, including its base from more than 350 years ago, is shared. The guide helps prevent participants from getting lost and assists with photos.
Chiyoda
The tour begins at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, then proceeds to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. Although the main castle no longer exists, the guide explains why and presents a miniature model of how the palace looked in the past. The walk includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees brought from various Japanese prefectures. Participants gain historical insights, including the location of the palace’s base more than 350 years ago. The guide aids navigation and photo-taking throughout.
Tokyo
Starting from Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle is absent, but the guide provides explanations and shows a miniature model of the palace’s former appearance. The tour covers old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. Visitors learn about the palace’s history, including the old base that stood over 350 years ago. The guide assists with directions and photography during the tour.
Tayasumon Yagura
The walking tour starts at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park and moves toward the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The main castle no longer exists; the guide explains the reasons and shows a miniature model of the former palace. The route includes old soldier barracks, special koi fish ponds, and trees brought from various prefectures. Historical information includes the palace’s base from over 350 years ago. The guide helps with navigation and photo opportunities throughout.
Kikyo Gate
Beginning at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park, the group walks to the Imperial Palace’s main gate, Otemon. The original castle is no longer there, but the guide explains why and shows a miniature model of the palace’s past form. The tour visits old soldier barracks, special koi fish, and trees from different prefectures. Participants receive historical context about the palace, including its base over 350 years old. The guide ensures no one gets lost and assists with photos throughout the tour.
Meeting point
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 :)
End point
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 :)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.