What other travelers are saying about Tokyo Imperial Palace East Gardens
Very beautiful! It was closed certain areas but we walked around the palace and still can enjoy it. There was a lot of security which I noticed with the imperial palace throughout Japan to enter they do inspection on bags, very nice. There is also a very pretty stamp inside a souvenir shop :)
I visited on my last day before heading back to the airport. Definitely a great place to visit and wrap up a vacation trip. Calm, beautiful yet full of energy.
A must see in Tokyo that is down the street from Tokyo station.
It is a historical garden in the Tokyo Imperial Palace. The gardens were first used by the Tokugawa shogunate. The garden was built on the grounds of Edo Castle. The building of the modern gardens began in 1961. The garden is over 210,000 square metres. The garden was completed in 1968. Gardens are well maintained and lovely blooms and manicured trees. Popular place, lots of tourists and locals. Picturesque place. Must see place. Uneven terrain, lots of walking. Wear comfy shoes, take water, wear hat, sunscreen. Great place for photography
An amazing variety of plant life, if that's what you are interested in!
There are signs explaining what each plant is. I spent a few hours looking and learning about each one.
So well manicured. I’m guessing the gardeners here are an elite team working for the palace.
Both my hubby and I loved the trees, the lawn, the fruit trees to name a few. Never fail to amaze us. We spent a total of 3 hours there and forgot the sun existed. We were hot, sweaty and exhausted when we finished. But…we were very happy.
The Imperial Palace East Gardens are special because they occupy the site of the former Edo Castle, the largest castle in Japan's history. They offer a tranquil retreat with beautifully manicured landscapes and a wide variety of plant species that give stunning displays of seasonal flora.
Yes, the Tokyo Imperial Palace is worth visiting. It offers a unique blend of historical significance and natural beauty. Additionally, the Museum of the Imperial Collections located within the grounds showcases a rich collection of Japanese artworks and craft objects.
You can get to the Imperial Palace East Gardens by public transportation. The nearest subway stations are Otemachi, Takebashi, and Tokyo Station.
While you cannot see the main buildings of the Imperial Palace from the East Gardens, you can view remnants of the Edo Castle's defensive structures, including the moats, stone walls, entrance gates, and several guardhouses.
Admission to the Imperial Palace East Gardens is free. Visitors can explore the vast and beautifully maintained gardens, historical structures, and seasonal blooms without any charge.
