Chōwaden Reception Hall, Tokyo

Name: Chōwaden Reception Hall
Address: Tokyo, Japan

#391 among attractions in Tokyo

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The Chōwaden Reception Hall is the largest building of the Tokyo Imperial Palace located in Tokyo, Japan. It is where the Japanese emperor and other members of the Japanese imperial family appear every new year and for the emperor's birthday. It is also where some official state ceremonies and functions are held. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°40'56"N, 139°45'14"E

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千代田区 (皇居)Tokyo Japan

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Chōwaden Reception Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Imperial Palace, Edo Castle, Sakurada Gate, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chōwaden Reception Hall?

Nearby attractions include Imperial Palace, Tokyo (2 min walk), Three Palace Sanctuaries, Tokyo (6 min walk), Matsu no Ōrōka, Tokyo (6 min walk), Sakurada Gate, Tokyo (7 min walk).

How to get to Chōwaden Reception Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chōwaden Reception Hall:

Bus

Keishicho mae • Lines: 都03 (9 min walk)
丸の内マイプラザ • Lines: 丸の内シャトル (12 min walk)

Metro

Sakuradamon • Lines: Y (9 min walk)
Nijubashimae 'Marunouchi' • Lines: C (12 min walk)

Train

Tōkyō (18 min walk)
Yurakucho (19 min walk)

Light rail

Shimbashi • Lines: U (31 min walk)