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15 Best Imperial Palace Tours In Tokyo

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The 15 most popular imperial palace tours in Tokyo right now. Here is what each one costs, how long it takes, and who actually runs it, so you can pick the one worth a day and book it.

15 Best Imperial Palace Tours In Tokyo

Tokyo: Imperial Palace Japanese History Walking Tour - Starting at Starbucks by Wadakuramon Fountain Park
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace Japanese History Walking Tour

1.Tokyo: Imperial Palace Japanese History Walking Tour

Follow shogun footsteps at Tokyo’s Imperial Palace gardens, from Otemon Gate to bamboo paths and royal koi, with an English guide.

Most Popular 4.9

“We had Mika as our tour guide and she was amazing! She provided some mosquito spray which was much needed inside the Imperial palace as it's full of nature and also full of mosquito. Mika was very informative during the tour and answered all of our questions!”

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Tokyo: Imperial Palace and Shogun Walking Tour - Ote-Mon Gate: where the grand entrance sets the tone
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace and Shogun Walking Tour

2.Tokyo: Imperial Palace and Shogun Walking Tour

Guided walk of Tokyo Imperial Palace East Gardens with an English host, Edo Castle remains, Ninomaru Garden koi ponds, and stone-wall secrets.

4.9

“Tony our guide for the tour was fantastic. Thank you Tony for the memorable experience. He was really knowledgeable, explained the history in a straightforward way, answered all the questions and provided additional suggestions on where to eat nearby and what else to do this weekend! I really enjoyed the tour, and it makes such…”

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Tokyo: Imperial Palace East Gardens Walking Tour - Walking the East Gardens: ponds, bridges, bonsai, and seasonal color
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace East Gardens Walking Tour

Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour - Imperial Palace Outer Area and Nijubashi Bridge Photo Time (What You Can See)
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour

4.Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour

A 4-hour Tokyo afternoon tour with an English guide: Imperial Palace exteriors, Sensō-ji and Nakamise, then Tokyo Tower views.

4.5

“Our guide Junko was amazing. She was professional and informative and really made the trip. She kept giving us information and commentary throughout the drive through Tokyo between each tour destination. Definitely a recommended tour.”

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Tokyo: Edo Castle & East Garden of the Imperial Palace Tour - East Gardens of the Imperial Palace: Edo Castle grounds, explained without the headache
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Tokyo: Edo Castle & East Garden of the Imperial Palace Tour

Kamakura Walking Tour - The City of Shogun - Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine: The Moment Shinto Becomes History
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Kamakura Walking Tour – The City of Shogun

6.Kamakura Walking Tour – The City of Shogun

A small-group Kamakura walking tour hitting Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Komachi Street, the Great Buddha, and Hasedera, with expert guide context.

5.0

“Miyu was fantastic. I learned so much about Japanese culture and history. I wish I had taken this tour before visiting all the temples and shrines on my last trip”

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Tokyo: Imperial Palace, the history of Japan (ENGLISH GUIDE) - Meeting at Starbucks by Wadakuramon Fountain Park
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace, the history of Japan (ENGLISH GUIDE)

Tokyo: Pvt. Tour - Edo Castle & Imperial Palace East Gardens - Edo Castle ruins: stone walls and moats that make history feel real
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Tokyo: Pvt. Tour – Edo Castle & Imperial Palace East Gardens

8.Tokyo: Pvt. Tour – Edo Castle & Imperial Palace East Gardens

Private 2-hour tour of Edo Castle ruins and Imperial Palace East Gardens with an English guide, plus seasonal garden highlights.

4.8

“Yoshi-san was lovely. Her english was strong. She shared very interesting facts about the palace buildings and garden. We would not have enjoyed the garden nearly as much on our own. The flowers and cherry blossoms were not really out yet, which was disappointing. Thank you Yoshi-san.”

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Tokyo Imperial Palace Historical Walk and Food Tasting Tour

Full Tokyo: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Asakusa & Skytree - The Hachiko Start: Why This Tour’s Meeting Point Matters
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Full Tokyo: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Asakusa & Skytree

10.Full Tokyo: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Asakusa & Skytree

A 7-hour Tokyo highlights loop covering Shibuya, Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, Asakusa, and Tokyo Skytree, with optional lunch and entry.

4.7

“Our guide Oliver did an excellent job showing us around all the sights and because we were there on NYE we also got to see how the locals celebrate at the shrines an temples. Would recommend.”

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Tokyo: Imperial Palace East Gardens and Tokyo Station Tour - Ninomaru Garden and the small details you’ll actually remember
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace East Gardens and Tokyo Station Tour

11.Tokyo: Imperial Palace East Gardens and Tokyo Station Tour

Walk from Imperial Palace East Gardens to Marunouchi and end at Tokyo Station, with an English guide and Edo-era details for $38.

5.0

“Our guide Yuki was very kind, knowledgeable, and organized. It was an excellent tour, and she showed us many interesting places. We learned a lot about Edo Castle, the Edo period, the shogunate, and beautiful garden. Highly recommended!”

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Tokyo: Edo Castle Ruins & Imperial Palace East Garden Tour - Price, Pace, and Value for Money
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Tokyo: Edo Castle Ruins & Imperial Palace East Garden Tour

Imperial Palace Tour: Discover Samurai History with a Guide - Tokyo Imperial Palace Orientation: Gates, Stones, and Shifting Power
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Imperial Palace Tour: Discover Samurai History with a Guide

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Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Edo Castle and Historical Tour

14.Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Edo Castle and Historical Tour

Walk Tokyo’s Imperial Palace East Gardens on an English guided tour, tracing Edo Castle ruins, moats, and the Ninomaru Garden in 90 minutes.

5.0

“Our Tour Guide, Tony spoke clearly and loudly for us deaf people. He explained the history of Edo Castle, while we were walking through the ancient gates. He was friendly and happy to answer questions . He made the tour very informative and fun. I would highly recommend him .”

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Tokyo: Imperial Palace with Nostalgic Alley Kagurazaka tour - Imperial Palace grounds without the inner palace: what you actually get
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace with Nostalgic Alley Kagurazaka tour

15.Tokyo: Imperial Palace with Nostalgic Alley Kagurazaka tour

Small-group walk from Tokyo Station to the Imperial Palace and Edo Castle ruins, then Kagurazaka alleys for snacks, shrines, and Shogun stories.

4.3

“Our guide. he was incredible. Shuntaro was great fun and knew a lot about everything that we saw, and then some more. We would take another tour with him in an instant. Also, the site was very interesting.”

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