Sacred Hall of Imperial Palace Japan

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(2.9K) · Historical landmark in Chiyoda Ward, Japan
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Mar 9, 2025
Considering this is a genuine palace housing royalty, the extent to which tourists can and cannot explore the grounds is reasonable. Not much is accessible to the public, but on nice days, the garden…Full review by bornthatway_traveler
Feb 24, 2025
I felt like I was in "Shogun" but with no undertones of indifference to human life because 1600 Japan bat no eye at suicide. I still remember when Naruhito and Masako were engaged!Full review by Stay60567679064
Feb 23, 2025
We toured the Tokyo Imperial Palace in February, and it offered an interesting glimpse into Japan’s history. Visitors cannot enter the palace's interior, and the tour covers mostly structures with li…Full review by US-Traveler2024

Questions & answers

Q:
Are you able to roam about the grounds freely at your own whim, or is it required that you sign up for a tour?
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Sorry, you are strictly required to follow the guided tour and you can’t go anywhere. And all the guided points are outdoor, better wear hat and put on sunblock cream.
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if entrance is free, do I still need to notify online for my visit or I just can enter whenever its open
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No, just show up in morning with passport for one of the 200 spaces. Note, there are closed days.
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no entrance fee does it mean we still have to book online for notification or we can just enter outside for viewing when …
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no entrance fee does it mean we still have to book online for notification or we can just enter outside for viewing when ever its open.
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Gardens open and free for walking around and viewing. Check open and closing times.
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Is it possible to do a tour of the Imperial Palace from inside so not just the gardens
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It is not possible to enter the palace; the visit is confined to the gardens only which are impressive.
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