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Exploring Edo Castle (East Garden of the Imperial Palace)
The area of the current imperial palace used to be called “Edo Castle”, the residence of "Shogun", the leader of Samurai.
In this tour, I aim not only just a tourist guide but to give the deep insight of the Japanese history by answering the questions like “the differences between Shogun and Emperor”.
Let’s explore the most important area of Japan and its history!
Meeting Point
At “Marunouchi Central Exit”, Tokyo Station
Special handout of the history of Samurai and Edo Castle will be provided
Understanding deep knowledge about Samurai history
Enjoying beautiful contrast modern Japanese buildings with traditional ones
Shooting photogenic Samurai castle buildings
Understanding the structure of Samurai castles
Ending Point
At Otemachi Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, Transportation fee for guide, Entrance fee for East Garden of the Imperial Palace (Admission Free)
Your transportation fee, Hotel pick up fee
Tour Important Information
- In case of bad weather, tour will be cancelled, In such a case, the guide will inform you of cancellation by 18:00 of the day before the tour scheduled.
- Participants are expected to walk around 3-4 km, so wearing comfortable shoes is highly recommended.
- Participants are recommended to bring water bottles and towels. (It’s mandatory in the summer season!)
- No entrance fee for the east garden of the imperial palace.
- Due to the new emperor’s enthronement ceremony, some area of the garden are currently not accessible. It will not affect the contents of the tour, but please be advised and noted.
- Smoking is strongly prohibited in the garden.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time