Tokyo, Chiyoda area
Tokyo, Chiyoda area
Approx. 3 hours.
Approx. 3 hours.
English
English
You’ll walk along the impressive walls and moats that protected the shogun’s fortress, the true ruler of feudal Japan.
You’ll discover an oasis of serenity in the heart of Tokyo—a place where history can be felt on every path, pond, and teahouse.
You’ll learn the story of one of Japan’s most controversial and significant places—key to understanding its past and present.
Explore Tokyo’s kilometer zero, where shoguns and emperors forged Japan’s destiny. On this walking tour, we’ll walk over the foundations of the former Edo Castle, marvel at the beauty of the Imperial Palace Gardens, and finish at the iconic Ōte-mon Gate, one of the most important historic entrances to the Imperial Palace, where tradition, defensive architecture, and samurai legacy come together for a perfect close to this experience.
Explore Tokyo’s kilometer zero, where shoguns and emperors forged Japan’s destiny. On this walking tour, we’ll walk over the foundations of the former Edo Castle, marvel at the beauty of the Imperial Palace Gardens, and finish at the iconic Ōte-mon Gate, one of the most important historic entrances to the Imperial Palace, where tradition, defensive architecture, and samurai legacy come together for a perfect close to this experience.
A tip of ¥1,500 to ¥10,000 per person is recommended at the end of the tour, depending on your level of satisfaction.