Private Tour - History, Art and Nature at the Imperial Palace | 4 hours 30 minutes

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Private Tour
  • Tour Guide
  • The necessary expenses for the guide during the tour
  • Estimated Costs of the Tour: 1500 JPY per Person
  • Breakdown: Transportation: 0 JPY, Admission Fees: 500 JPY, Meal costs: 1000 JPY per Person
  • Optional Experience Costs: 0 JPY per Person

Overview

Enjoy a tour in the heart of Edo (one of the former names of Tokyo) The Imperial Palace has been located in the center of the great metropolice since the Edo (1603-1868) period where Tokugawa "Shogun" had lived. You may have seen photos of its exterior; the moat, bridges, stone walls and gates, but did you know that you could go inside, too? In this tour, you will visit the art gallery with displays of Japanese art and craft, the ruins of the Edo Castle and a beautiful park full of greenery, all within the grounds of the palace. You can also enjoy the views of the contrast between the modern Marunouchi office buildings and the traditional and historic grounds of the Imperial Palace. Learn about the history behind all the locations you visit at the Imperieal Palace and its surrounding area.

Meeting points

Tokyo Station
1 Chome-9 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan

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JR Tokyo Station, Marunouchi Central Exit Ticket Gate

End point

Hanzomon Station
1-chōme-6先 Kōjimachi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 102-0083, Japan

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Tokyo Metro Hanzōmon Station

Itinerary

  • Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba

    Tokyo Station Marunouchi Station Squareļ¼š The tour departs from Tokyo Station. As you exit the station from the central exit you can admire the station building from the front in the station square. Let's enjoy its dignified appearance!

    15 minutes

  • Wadakura Fountain Park

    Wadakura Fountain Parkļ¼š This is located inside the Imperial Palace grounds. This is built to commemorate the marriage of the Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emerita, and will be remodelled on the marriage of the Emperor and Empress. The 3 water fountains are very impressive!

    10 minutes

  • The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace (Edo Castle Ruin)

    The East Garden of the Imperial Palaceļ¼š A Japanese Garden made along with the Imperial Garden, here you can enjoy the seasonal changes. There are also historical sites where you can feel the remains of the former castle. One of the popular spots is Hirakawa Bridge located just outside of the garden.

    30 minutes

  • The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

    National Museum of Modern Artļ¼š The first National Art Museum in Japan, located inside the Imperial Palace. Many artworks from around the 20th century in Japan and overseas are on display. Make sure to see the artworks by the Japanese masters.

    40 minutes

  • CAFƉ 33

    CAFƉ 33ļ¼šLocated in Kitanomaru Park, this is a cafe where you can enjoy a meal while feeling the nature. Local fresh ingredients from the Tohoku area and Tokyo are widely used.

    40 minutes

  • Kita-no-maru Park

    Kitanomaru Parkļ¼š There is a spacious and open lawn. There are a wide variety of plants and trees around the lawn creating a unique ecosystem within the Imperial Palace.

    20 minutes

  • Chidorigafuchi

    Chidorigafuchiļ¼š Feel the nature that remains in Tokyo on this road. Make sure to take pictures of this spectacular view.

    20 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer.
  • There will be a lot of walking during the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes.
  • If the weather is bad on the day, there is a possibility that the destinations and routes may be changed.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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Showing 1-5 of 13 reviews with 5 stars

A Great Day Out in Tokyo

Published on Oct, 2024

I really enjoyed my time with Nak. He was knowledgeable, entertaining and patient. The Imperial palace and art gallery were well worth a visit. Nak also gave me useful recommendations for other places to visit. Thank you.

Tetsu was an amazing guide

Published on Oct, 2024

Tetsu was an amazing guide, with so much knowledge you just don't get from google etc. Tetsu customized our itinerary based on my interests-- something he was keeping an eye on along with asking me leading questions. If you book please ask for him!

Excellent private tour

Published on May, 2024

A great private tour our guide Keiko Fujita was so knowledgeable about Japans history she could answer all our questions .. she gave us plenty of time to take everything in and the pace was very good. We learnt a lot and had fun at the same time. I would highly recommend this tour and our fantastic guide.

Great tour

Published on Jun, 2023

Emi was very kind and helpful! A great way to start our trip in Tokyo. She took us to the most authentic Ramen spot in town. We were able to experience the most delicious noodles we have ever had. We never wouldā€™ve been able to do that on our own because you need to be able to speak Japanese and she told us at the 30 min wait was worth it and it was!!!!

Guide spoke English well....

Published on Jun, 2023

Guide spoke English well. Throughout she was knowledgeable and helpful. I could not believe it was her first tour. Well she found the right career.

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