Imperial Palace & Edo Castle
- Highlights : Hibiya
- Time Required : 3 hours
- Departure Time : 10:00
- Meeting Place : Imperial Hotel,Tokyo
- Dissolution Place : Otemachi Station (Tokyo Metro Line)
- Participants: 1-10
- Meals: Not included
- Guide Language Support: English (The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.)
This course explores the business and political areas built on Edo-period foundations, the Imperial Palace, and the history of Edo Castle. Marunouchi evolved from samurai residences to a military site and then a major business district in the 19th century. The area’s preserved brick buildings offer a glimpse into its vibrant past, providing an insightful experience where you can learn about Tokyo's unique charm and its differences from other major cities.
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Highlights 1
Sakurada-mon
Sakurada-mon is a historic gate located in the outer moat of Edo Castle, and was an important guard post during the Edo period. This gate has been the site of important events in Japanese history, most notably the Sakuradamon Gate Incident at the end of the Edo period. Even today, the beautiful stone walls and gate structure are preserved, allowing visitors to feel the atmosphere of the Edo period. While strolling around the Imperial Palace, be sure to visit this spot where you can experience a piece of history.
Highlights 2
Nijubashi
Nijubashi is a stunning bridge that leads to the Imperial Palace, recognized as one of Tokyo’s iconic landmarks. Its name comes from its unique double-arch structure, which continues to captivate many visitors with its elegant design. From the bridge, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Imperial Palace, making it a spot where history and modern Tokyo blend harmoniously. It is also a popular location for photography, offering a perfect combination of Japan’s tradition and modernity.
Highlights 3
Tokyo Station & Marunouchi
Marunouchi is an area where feudal lords' residences stood during the Edo period, and has now developed into one of Tokyo's business districts. The Marunouchi exit of Tokyo Station in particular is a place where you can enjoy a piece of history with the red brick station building built in 1914 preserved as it was. The area around the station is lined with high-rise buildings and sophisticated shops, creating a unique space where history and contemporary life meet.
Highlights 4
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace is a beautiful garden located on the site where Edo Castle once stood. Visitors can enjoy the changing scenery of the seasons and explore many historical remnants, such as the Tenshudai (Main Keep foundation) and the Matsu Corridor Ruins, which evoke the atmosphere of the Edo period. Experience the rich history that remains in the heart of Tokyo while strolling through this tranquil garden.
Course
Hibiya Course
Dress Code:
Please wear comfortable, easy-to-move clothing and shoes suitable for walking, such as sneakers.
Children & Infants:
Children aged 0-6 can join for free (under 6's go FREE). Note: There is no child pricing.
Participation Requirements (Restrictions):
Guests who are feeling unwell, those using wheelchairs or strollers, pregnant guests, and those with heart conditions or other serious health issues are not permitted to participate. Please note that if, during the tour, it is determined that a participant cannot complete the designated itinerary as instructed by the guide, they may be asked to leave the group. In such cases, no refund will be provided.
Cancellation Fee Regulations:
Cancellation deadline : 24 hours before departure time (Japan Standard Time - JST)
If you don’t show up or you cancel the tour within 24 hours before the departure time, we will not refund you.
Additional Notes:
If you are not present at the meeting location within 5 minutes of the designated tour start time, the tour will proceed without you. In such cases, there will be no re-pickup by the guide, and no refund will be issued for the tour fee. Please note that the tour will proceed even in rainy weather.
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Booking
You can book a tour until 4:00 PM (JST) the day before the tour begins.
After 4:00 PM the day before, reservations will no longer be accepted through the website.
Cancellation fees will apply from 24 hours before the tour departure time.
All tours are conducted in English only.
To respect other participants, the tour will depart 5 minutes after the scheduled start time. In this case, no refunds will be provided.
Children aged 0-6 can join for free. However, we kindly ask that infants in strollers are not brought along. If it is deemed that a child cannot complete the route set by the guide, we may request that you leave the group. Please note that no refunds will be provided in this case.
Tours will proceed in rainy weather, so please bring an umbrella or raincoat.
However, in the case of extreme weather conditions, we may decide to cancel the tour in advance. In such cases, we will notify all booked participants via email.
We do not accept walk-ins or same-day participants without a prior reservation.
Please cancel your existing reservation and make a new one. Note that a 100% cancellation fee will apply if you cancel within 24 hours before departure time due to guide arrangements.
Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tokyo Time Travel does not provide personal travel insurance for tour participants; you are required to purchase your own.