Tokyo Imperial Palace & Gardens Small Group Historical Experience

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Depart from Tokyo

09:00, 10:00

Guide language: English

Small group (1-10)

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

Available from 8 Oct 2026

Operated by:合同会社Sunrise Adventure

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Itinerary

Day 1

Meet-up

Point 1

Tour will depart from this point at

09:00

10:00

11:00

11:30

13:00

12:00

Starbucks Coffee - Kokyo Gaien Wadakura Fountain Park

Wadakura Moat

10 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

Where the outer defenses of Edo Castle began, with stone walls rising from the water.

Otemon Gate

10 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

The main gate every lord passed through on the way to meet the shogun.

Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse

10 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

The guardhouse where 100 samurai once checked every visitor to Edo Castle.

Ninomaru Garden

20 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

A peaceful pond garden with seasonal flowers and colorful imperial koi.

Bairinzaka (Plum Tree Hill)

10 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

A quiet slope lined with plum trees, leading up to the castle's inner core.

Fujimi Yagura

10 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

One of the few original castle towers still standing, built to view Mount Fuji.

Edo Castle Keep Base and Honmaru

25 min(s)

Guided

Free entry

Stand where Japan's tallest castle keep once rose, and see why it was never rebuilt.

Tour ends at the last stop

Tour will end at

11:00

12:00

13:30

15:00

13:00

16:00

The tour ends here

Take the train to Tokyo station or the Otemachi Station, from there it is only a 5-10 minute walk to the Wadakuramon fountain park. In the park, head to the Starbucks where your guide will be waiting for you near the fountain. Your guide will be holding a sign with our logo: "SUNRISE ADVENTURE".

For reference only. The itinerary is subject to change.

Know before you go

Important info

What's included

Live tour guide: English
Admission: Wadakura Moat, Otemon Gate, Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse, Ninomaru Garden, Bairinzaka (Plum Tree Hill), Fujimi Yagura, Edo Castle Keep Base and Honmaru

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Tax & discounts
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Tips
Special arrangement
Services vary based on customer selection

Before you book

Additional information

Prohibitions & Limitations

Outside food and drinks are not allowed
Smoking and drinking is not allowed. You will immediately be asked to leave if caught by a staff member
The following items are prohibited: cigarettes

Accessibility

This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

How to use

Voucher type

Present your mobile voucher

Redemption information

Bags may be checked at the East Gardens entrance, so please leave knives and alcohol at your hotel.
The Emperor's residence is not open to the public; this tour visits the Imperial Palace East Gardens.
About 2 hours on foot on gravel paths with one gentle slope; please wear comfortable shoes.
In summer, bring water and a hat; morning tours are cooler.

Meet-up information

Arrive at the meet-up location 5 minutes before the scheduled activity time
Look for the guide holding/wearing a company logo sign
Starbucks
How to get there: Take the train to Tokyo station or the Otemachi Station, from there it is only a 5-10 minute walk to the Wadakuramon fountain park. In the park, head to the Starbucks where your guide will be waiting for you near the fountain. Your guide will be holding a sign with our logo: "SUNRISE ADVENTURE".