Tokugawa Ieyasu

Ieyasu Travel Journal

Joining the Public Opening of Inui Street at the Imperial Palace — A Special Morning Woven with History and Nature

One early spring day, when the first signs of the season’s change began to appear, I took part in the special public ope...
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Guide to the Inui Street of Edo Castle (Limited-Time Public Access)

Stroll through Edo Castle’s Inui Street, open only in spring and autumn. Discover stone walls, moats, and historic beauty at the Imperial Palace.
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Imperial Palace (Former Edo Castle) General Visitor Information

Discover Japan’s history at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. Join a free tour of Edo Castle remains, gardens, and iconic sites like Nijubashi Bridge.
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My Visit to the Imperial Palace – Former Edo Castle Site

Explore the historic Imperial Palace on a free guided tour! Discover Edo Castle’s legacy, Nijubashi Bridge, Fujimi Yagura, and more. Read my firsthand experience of this exclusive tour.
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Edo Castle Ruins: The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace – Otemon Area (Vol. 1)

Explore the Otemon area of Edo Castle, the main entrance of the Tokugawa stronghold. Discover historic gates, samurai guardhouses, and cultural treasures in modern Tokyo.
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Edo Castle’s Fujimi Yagura & the 47 Ronin’s Corridor – Imperial Palace East Gardens Guide

Visit Fujimi Yagura — Edo Castle's last surviving turret — and the Matsuno-Ōrōka corridor where the 47 Ronin story began in 1701. On-site photos and 360° panoramic views included.
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Edo Castle Ruins: The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace – Honmaru Area(Vol. 3)

Explore the historic Honmaru area of Edo Castle, featuring the only surviving Fujimi Tamon, the grand Tenshudai remains, and more. Walk in the footsteps of Tokugawa shoguns and uncover Edo-period history. Includes access details!
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Edo Castle Ruins: The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace – Ninomaru Area (Vol. 4)

Explore Edo Castle's Ninomaru area: Kobori Enshu's garden, the Ladies' Gate, and Shiomizaka slope. On-site photos and 360° panoramic views — free entry, Tokyo.
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Edo Castle Ruins: The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace – Outer Perimeter (Vol. 5)

Explore Edo Castle’s outer perimeter, home to historic sites like Hirakawa Tenmangu Shrine, Hanzomon Gate, Chidorigafuchi, Sakuradamon Gate, and Onjuku Inari Shrine, all echoing Tokugawa Ieyasu’s legacy.
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Edo Castle Ruins Complete Guide – All 5 Areas of the Imperial Palace East Gardens (Tokyo)

Complete visitor's guide to Edo Castle ruins in Tokyo. Explore all 5 areas of the Imperial Palace East Gardens — free admission, open most days. Built by Tokugawa Ieyasu.