Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Address:Kyoto-Gyoen, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto
- Hours:Open daily; tours by appointment only Mon - Fri and some Saturdays at 10am and 2pm
- Admission:Free
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Japan's royal family no longer live in Kyoto Imperial Palace, but the imperial furnishings have been preserved. The immaculate parkland surrounding the palace is one of Kyoto’s favorite public gardens.
The palace has been empty since 1868, when the Emperor moved into the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. You need to book ahead to take a palace tour led by the Imperial Household Agency. Tours highlight the ceremonial halls, Imperial Library, the Empress quarters and throne room.
The lovely parklands are filled with flowering trees and grassed areas, carp ponds and cherry blossom trees. Pack a picnic and come for the day.
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The Morning Tour of Kyoto was ideal for me, as I only had limited time in Japan and the tour guys was very friendly and informative. Highly recommended for a quick tour of Kyoto.
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Practical Info
The Kyoto Imperial Palace and gardens are a short walk from Imadegawa train station in Kyoto’s central northwest.
