Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour

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Imperial Palace
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  • Explore Edo Castle ruins and massive stone walls
  • Walk scenic moats and historic palace gate routes
  • Hear shogun-era stories that shaped modern Tokyo
  • Photo stops: bridges, gates, gardens, skyline views
  • Get local tips for museums, cafés, and next sights
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Step into the heart of Tokyo where the Edo Shogunate once ruled. On this guided walk around the Imperial Palace and former Edo Castle grounds, discover dramatic stone walls, wide moats, and iconic gates that shaped Japan’s history. Learn how the shoguns built their stronghold, how the site transformed in the Meiji era, and where you can capture the best city-and-nature views today. A perfect mix of history, culture, and photo stops.

Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Ninomaru Garden: A peaceful oasis of traditional landscape design in central Tokyo.
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Toko: Imperial Palace & Shogun Caslte Waling Tour
Imperial Moat: Discover the strategic defense secrets hidden in these grand waterways.
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Stone Walls: Marvel at the giant stones fitted together with ancient precision.
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour
Tokyo: Imperial Palace & Shogun Castle Walking Tour

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4.4 / 5
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18 reviews
Guide
4.5
Itinerary
4.6
Quality of transfer
4.3
Value for money
4.3
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learnt a lot on this tour about Tokyo and Edo period that I did not know. lots of history very enjoyable.

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Good experience, I had a private tour because I was the only one to book the slot. The guide was patient and very interesting.

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to be honest i expected to find a castle to visit , but there was nothing because there’s only a big and beautiful park . I think you can go by yourself . no need for guide itinerary: no worthy

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thank you Yuki for a very detailed and fascinating history of 皇居。our family have a very enjoyable time here.

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Our guide Toshi was kind and thorough; the tour was truly interesting, and she shared many important insights about this magical place.

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Yukari was the best guide of my entire trip to Japan! And the other guide who was learning, Nana, too. I loved the experience. Everything was very well explained. Both of them were very friendly and attentive. I recommend them.

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Midori was excellent! She was very patient, very knowledgeable, explained in details and very accommodating. I was very happy and will recommend her to my friends definitely. Thank you, Midori.

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awesome tour, i 100% recommend it. tatsu was my guide, he was really polite and cool with me and all the group.

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Very nice and polite guide. Gave a lot of background information about the edo period

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Very knowlegeable. Toshi was very thoughtful and went out of her way to assist me when needed.

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