• The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace (Edo Castle Ruin) - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Wadakura Fountain Park - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Wadakuramon - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Remains of Wadakuramon Gate Guardhouse - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Crown Prince Marriage Monument - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Imperial Palace - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Kokyo Gaien National Garden - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Kokyo Otemon Gate - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Ninomaru Garden - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Kokyo Sannomaru Shozokan - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Chiyoda - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Tokyo - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Tayasumon Yagura - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Kikyo Gate - Start your walking tour by meeting the guide at Starbucks in Wadakuramon Park! Together, walk towards the impressive main gate (Otemon) of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. As you enter, follow the guide on an engaging journey around the palace grounds and eastern garden! (The main castle no longer exists, but for a fascinating reason that the guide will explain during the tour! You’ll also see a miniature model of how the palace appeared in the past.)

Discover the history within the old soldier barracks, encounter unique koi fish, and admire trees brought from various prefectures of Japan. Enjoy the tranquility of the palace while learning about its history, including a visit to the old base where the palace stood over 350 years ago.

Although the palace can be challenging to navigate, the guide will ensure you don’t get lost and will assist in taking photos throughout the tour :)

• Small group for a more exclusive experience
• Guided walking tour of the Imperial Palace grounds with a friendly local guide
• Visit to Ōtemon Gate, guardhouse ruins and Ninomaru Garden
• Stories from guide about Edo history, samurai era and modern Tokyo
• Learn Japan’s history while having fun!
• We know the best photo spots (just ask your guide)
• No dress code, tattoos welcome

• Access to the Inner Palace (note: not open to the public)

Join one of Tokyo’s top-rated walking tours! Explore the Imperial Palace and its stunning Eastern Gardens with our incredibly friendly local guide. Experience Japan’s history as it comes to life through engaging stories, humor, and unforgettable moments. Our guides are celebrated for their warmth, energy, and genuine enthusiasm for sharing Tokyo’s history, which is why guests often describe this tour as “the highlight of their trip!”

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