Imperial Palace East Gardens

What it is

• The site occupies the former inner circles of Edo Castle.
• The Imperial Household Agency manages the entire garden area.
• The gardens opened to the general public on October 1, 1968.
• Admission to the Imperial Palace East Gardens is free.

What to see

• The Tenshudai is the stone foundation of the former Edo Castle keep.
• The Ninomaru Garden contains a pond with long-finned koi fish.
• The Sannomaru Shozokan Museum displays items from the Imperial collection.
• The Tokagakudo Music Hall was built to celebrate Empress Kojun's birthday.
• Visitors can enter through the Otemon, Hirakawamon, or Kitahanebashimon gates.

When to go

• The gardens are generally closed on Mondays and Fridays.
• Baggage inspections are required for all visitors upon entry.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.