Imperial Palace

One of the main attractions of Tokyo is the Imperial Palace. Although it is impossible for tourists to get there, even the gardens adjacent to the palace are closed to ordinary people.

Only the Oriental Garden is open to the public, which is closed on Mondays and Fridays, and a huge number of days if the Imperial Family participates in any ceremonial events held in the palace. The schedule of the park is made by the Ministry of the Court.

Now on the territory of this ancient palace complex there are several main buildings: The Imperial Residence, the Imperial Concert Hall, the palace, the buildings of the Ministry of Court and the Fukiage Omiya Palace. The residence opens to visitors only twice a year: on the Emperor’s Birthday, December 23, and New Year’s Day.