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Imperial Palace

1-1 Chiyada, Chiyoda, Tokyo Prefecture 100-8111, Japan
+81 3-3213-1111
As featured in 3 days in Tokyo
Ranked #4 of 61 attractions in Chiyoda
4.0 of 5 stars 123 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Gardens
Fee: Yes
Owner description: The current palace was constructed in the same spot where Edo Castle used to stand. Most of the palace grounds are not open to the public except for...... more » Owner description: The current palace was constructed in the same spot where Edo Castle used to stand. Most of the palace grounds are not open to the public except for the East Gardens, which are accessible on select days. « less
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Sydney, Australia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

The grounds are beautiful but there is no palace which was disappointing. More

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Toronto, Canada
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We had heard that it wasnt worth the time to visit but cherry trees were in bloom and the Japanese garden was beautiful. More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Great park you must see. Very peaceful and nice to look at the skyline from the park More

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Bangkok, Krung Thep, Thailand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

This palace is a good walk of 20mins from Tokyo Station. It is a good chance to observe the city where everything tidy and well planed from the shape of the trees, garden, footpath street. It is pity that you only can view the Palace from outside but give a good view for photo. More

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Sydney
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

The Tour was quite interesting but as an English speaker you have to listen to a recorded tour with head phones and there are no opportunities for questions. You don't have access inside any of the buildings and that is a little disappointing but you still get to see areas that the general public don't so that was interesting. More

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Albuquerque NM
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

This is where our Emperor and the Empress reside. We can visit a part of the inner ground with a reservation. The outer garden is open to the public. More

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newcastle
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

There is little to see here, the imperial family still live here and therefore you can not enter. there are gardens you can go in but you have to book ahead over the phone and I struggled to find information on this and the other attached museum is currently closed for renovation. pretty much a waste of time. More

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Oslo, Norway
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

We booked time this tour course with intension to see how the imperial palace is, but you see only empty buildings with lots of security guards who watch you all the time. These people treats you like you are an idiot. The guide speaks ONLY Japanese. Yes, they have audio guide service in English BUT.. you can't hear it clearly... More

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los angeles, California, USA
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

This was one of the most unimpressive landmarks we hit during our trip. It's a good 15 minute walk from the train station and ocne you get there it's a large empty space. You can't walk close enough to palace to get a decent view, in fact the closer you walk the worse your small and limited view is since... More

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Saigon
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Neighboring to the nextdoor financial center of Great Tokyo, Imperial Palace sports a nostalgic color of a yesterday Japan and will certainly thrill those who would love to inquire Japan culture. Among the must-see around the 19th century royal castle comprise of Nijubashi Bridge, the samurai statue of Kusunotki Masashige and East Garden. To reserve the free ticket for castle... More

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