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Imperial Palace
Castle4.4 · 29 9403.8 · 2 905≈ 1 h 30 minFree entry
The official residence of the Emperor of Japan, occupying the historic grounds of Edo Castle within central Tokyo. While the inner palace remains private, visitors can freely roam the East Gardens, admiring massive stone ramparts and wide defensive moats. The grounds showcase the granite foundations of the former castle keep, pruned black pines, the serene Ninomaru strolling garden, and the famous Nijubashi double bridge.
Highlights
- View of the iconic Nijubashi double bridge crossing the moat
- Granite foundation ruins of Edo Castle's ancient main keep
- Traditional Ninomaru Japanese strolling garden with koi ponds
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