The East Garden of the Imperial Palace

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  • Foundations of a Fallen Giant: Walk upon the very grounds where Edo Castle, the seat of the Tokugawa shoguns, once stood. Touch the massive, moss-covered stones of the former castle tower’s base and feel the whispers of history beneath your feet.
  • The Ninomaru Garden: Discover a hidden jewel of Japanese landscape design. This exquisite garden, with its tranquil pond, elegant stepping stones, and seasonal flowers, was designed to be a beautiful view from the former shogun’s residence.
  • Ancient Guardhouses: Marvel at the few surviving structures from the Edo period, like the Hyakunin-bansho and the Doshin-bansho. These long, white guardhouses once housed hundreds of samurai guards, and their powerful presence still lingers.
  • The Ote-mon Gate: Make your grand entrance through the historic Ote-mon, the main gate of the former castle. Crossing its sturdy bridge and passing through its formidable structure is a powerful step back in time.

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Welcome to the Imperial Palace East Garden, a place where the echoes of shoguns and samurai resonate amidst serene natural beauty. Here, in the heart of bustling Tokyo, lies the historic soul of Japan, the former site of the magnificent Edo Castle. We invite you to step through its gates and embark on a journey through time.

As you wander the spacious lawns where grand palaces once stood, you are walking on layers of history. Imagine the powerful shoguns who ruled for centuries from this very spot. While the main castle is gone, its spirit endures in the imposing stone walls, the elegant moats, and the carefully preserved watchtowers that stand as silent sentinels of a bygone era.

Find a moment of peace in the Ninomaru Garden, a masterpiece of landscape artistry. Let the reflection of the sky in its calm pond and the vibrant colors of its seasonal blooms restore your senses. This garden is more than just a park; it’s a public treasure, a gift from the Imperial family, offering a tranquil escape and a tangible connection to the epic story of Japan. Enjoy this quiet haven, a true oasis of history and nature.

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  • Foundations of a Fallen Giant: Walk upon the very grounds where Edo Castle, the seat of the Tokugawa shoguns, once stood. Touch the massive, moss-covered stones of the former castle tower’s base and feel the whispers of history beneath your feet.
  • The Ninomaru Garden: Discover a hidden jewel of Japanese landscape design. This exquisite garden, with its tranquil pond, elegant stepping stones, and seasonal flowers, was designed to be a beautiful view from the former shogun’s residence.
  • Ancient Guardhouses: Marvel at the few surviving structures from the Edo period, like the Hyakunin-bansho and the Doshin-bansho. These long, white guardhouses once housed hundreds of samurai guards, and their powerful presence still lingers.
  • The Ote-mon Gate: Make your grand entrance through the historic Ote-mon, the main gate of the former castle. Crossing its sturdy bridge and passing through its formidable structure is a powerful step back in time.

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Welcome to the Imperial Palace East Garden, a place where the echoes of shoguns and samurai resonate amidst serene natural beauty. Here, in the heart of bustling Tokyo, lies the historic soul of Japan, the former site of the magnificent Edo Castle. We invite you to step through its gates and embark on a journey through time.

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