Chidorigafuchi Cherry Blossom Illuminations

Annual light-up of the cherry blossoms in Chidorigafuchi. One of the most famous night cherry blossom events (yozakura,…

Tokyo Imperial Palace Cycling Course

On Sundays, Uchibori Dori (the main road east of the palace) is partially closed to traffic to make way for a 3km cycle course.

Imperial Family New Year Greeting

The traditional New Year greeting by the Imperial Family from the long balcony of the Chowaden Hall. Members…

Chiyoda Lantern Floating Evening

About 600 lanterns are released into the water of Chidorigafuchi for this evening event. You can watch from…

Tokyo Imperial Palace: Day Tour

Free guided tour of Tokyo Imperial Palace.

Imperial Palace East Gardens

Opened to the public in 1968, the Imperial Palace East Gardens (皇居東御苑, Kōkyo Higashi Gyoen) sit at the…