Tokyo Imperial Palace and Shogun Storytelling Walk
5.0
(224)
🕑 2 hours
Free cancellation
Learn about Japan’s Edo period on a guided walk through the Imperial Palace East Gardens led by certified culture experts. Instead of exploring alone, a team of guides enriches the tour with stories about samurai and imperial life that you’d miss on solo explorations. During the tour, enjoy plenty of great photo opportunities, including architectural details such as ancient walls and gates.
Languages:
English
📍3-1 Kōkyogaien, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0002, Japan
🏢Operated by K from New Voyage
Highlights
- ✓Explore the Imperial Palace East Gardens with certified culture experts
- ✓Hassle-free tour experience with entry tickets included
- ✓Fascinating insights about samurai warriors and the Edo period
- ✓A team of guides ensures you don’t miss highlights that tourists often overlook
What you'll see & do
- ✓In this beautiful park with sparkling fountains, I'll begin with an exciting introduction to former Edo and the surrounding areas, giving you a taste of the fascinating discoveries ahead on our tour.
- ✓Experience history firsthand at this impressive old turret, I'll show you a perfect photo spot overlooking the moat. It will give you a real sense of samurai-era castle defenses and panoramic views.
- ✓As we explore this historical guardhouse, I’ll show you how it looked in samurai times and reveal its surprising connection to the emperor, bringing its history vividly to life.
- ✓As we visit Fujimi Yagura, I’ll share romantic stories of samurai and emperors enjoying entertainment here, and explain why this historic watchtower is one of the most important buildings remaining today.
- ✓As we view the stone base and miniature, I’ll share stories about daily life, unique rules, and fascinating events inside the main castle, helping you vividly imagine Edo Castle as it once was.
- ✓Wander through this beautiful Japanese garden, where I'll highlight its samurai history, amazing creatures, and meaningful natural elements, letting you experience its serene beauty as nobles once did
What's included
- ✓Entrance fees
What's not included
- ✓Public transportation
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Coffee and/or Tea
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 22.00
Tokyo Imperial Palace and Shogun Storytelling Walk
5.0
(224)
🕑 2 hours
Free cancellation
Learn about Japan’s Edo period on a guided walk through the Imperial Palace East Gardens led by certified culture experts. Instead of exploring alone, a team of guides enriches the tour with stories about samurai and imperial life that you’d miss on solo explorations. During the tour, enjoy plenty of great photo opportunities, including architectural details such as ancient walls and gates.
Languages:
English
📍3-1 Kōkyogaien, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0002, Japan
🏢Operated by K from New Voyage
Highlights
- ✓Explore the Imperial Palace East Gardens with certified culture experts
- ✓Hassle-free tour experience with entry tickets included
- ✓Fascinating insights about samurai warriors and the Edo period
- ✓A team of guides ensures you don’t miss highlights that tourists often overlook
What you'll see & do
- ✓In this beautiful park with sparkling fountains, I'll begin with an exciting introduction to former Edo and the surrounding areas, giving you a taste of the fascinating discoveries ahead on our tour.
- ✓Experience history firsthand at this impressive old turret, I'll show you a perfect photo spot overlooking the moat. It will give you a real sense of samurai-era castle defenses and panoramic views.
- ✓As we explore this historical guardhouse, I’ll show you how it looked in samurai times and reveal its surprising connection to the emperor, bringing its history vividly to life.
- ✓As we visit Fujimi Yagura, I’ll share romantic stories of samurai and emperors enjoying entertainment here, and explain why this historic watchtower is one of the most important buildings remaining today.
- ✓As we view the stone base and miniature, I’ll share stories about daily life, unique rules, and fascinating events inside the main castle, helping you vividly imagine Edo Castle as it once was.
- ✓Wander through this beautiful Japanese garden, where I'll highlight its samurai history, amazing creatures, and meaningful natural elements, letting you experience its serene beauty as nobles once did
What's included
- ✓Entrance fees
What's not included
- ✓Public transportation
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Coffee and/or Tea
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 22.00