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Imperial Palace, Tokyo

#4 among attractions in Tokyo

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Imperial Palace

Facts and practical information

Local name: 皇居 Coordinates: 35°40'57"N, 139°45'11"E
Address

千代田区 (皇居)Tokyo Japan

Contact
+81 3-3213-1111
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Imperial Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edo Castle, Sakurada Gate, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo International Forum.

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  • sakurada gate tokyo~1450 ftS
  • tokyo midtown hibiya0.7 miSE
  • tokyo international forum0.7 miSE
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  • museum of the imperial collections tokyo0.4 miNE
  • national theatre of japan tokyo0.6 miW
  • national archives of japan tokyo0.5 miN
  • mitsubishi ichigokan museum tokyo0.6 miSE
  • marunouchi building tokyo0.6 miE
  • gyoko dori underground gallery tokyo location map
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Imperial Palace open?

Imperial Palace is open:
  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Friday closed
  • Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Imperial Palace?

Nearby attractions include Chōwaden Reception Hall, Tokyo (2 min walk), Three Palace Sanctuaries, Tokyo (5 min walk), Matsu no Ōrōka, Tokyo (6 min walk), Sakurada Gate, Tokyo (7 min walk).

How to get to Imperial Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Imperial Palace:

Bus
  • Keishicho mae • Lines: 都03 (9 min walk)
  • Miyakezaka • Lines: 都03 (13 min walk)

Metro
  • Sakuradamon • Lines: Y (9 min walk)
  • Nijubashimae 'Marunouchi' • Lines: C (13 min walk)

Train
  • Tōkyō (20 min walk)
  • Yurakucho (20 min walk)

Light rail
  • Shimbashi • Lines: U (32 min walk)

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