Travel Tokyo, Japan

Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan

August 18th, 2010

For our second time on the bullet train we took the Shinkansen from Odawara to Tokyo, the capital of Japan. It took us only 34 minutes to get to Tokyo aboard the Shinkansen train and we had arrived before we knew it.

Tokyo is an incredible city that every dedicated traveller should visit at least once and being the capital of Japan a visit to this beautiful country isn't complete without it.

Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan InformationVacation in Tokyo

Arrived in Tokyo our guide accompanied us by bus to our accomodation at Hotel Gimmond Tokyo.

In the afternoon we visited the Tokyo Imperial Palace, the residence of the Emperor of Japan.

Part of the Imperial Palace, formerly known as the Edo Castle, are several building among which the main palace knows as Kyuden, the private residences of the imperial family and some beautiful gardens like the Fukiage Garden which belongs to the imperial residence, the East Garden which contains the Tokagakudo Music Hall and Ninomaru Garden known for its symbolic trees.

We also spotted some beautiful cherry bushes and trees in blossom which added up to the magical scenic views.

Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel ExperienceVacation in Tokyo

After our visit to the Tokyo Imperial Palace and Gardens we moved to Ginza, a luxurious shopping district in Tokyo known for its upscale boutiques and restaurants. Here we also spotted the Sony Building so Ginza is without a doubt the place to get your hand on some first class gadgets.

We did some sightseeing using Tokyo's metro system and went to Shibuya, the city's busiest station and a flourishing business district which involves around the Shibuya Crossing. Shibuya is also a gathering point for fashionista's and nightlife lovers strolling along the many clubs and bars.

Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Picture Sharing

Another district loved and visited by many tourists is Asakusa, home to the Senso-Ji Temple and the Asakusa Shrine honoring the founders of Senso-Ji, Tokyo's oldest temple which was built in 645 and a very significant one.

Like other sacred sites the Senso-Ji Temple in Asakusa is dedicated to the deity of Kannon, The Goddess of Mercy. To get to the temple you have to pass the Kaminarimon, also known as the Thunder Gate.

Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Trip Sharing

The great red lantern hanging at the ceiling of the Kaminarimon is decorated with a wooden carving of a dragon and the gate houses two Shinto statues of the deities, Fujin, the god of wind and Raijin, the god of thunder and lightning which are part of this spiritual Japanese ideology. Next to these you will also find the Buddhist statues of Tenryu and Kenryu.

Passing the Kaminarimon Gate there is a street with small boutiques lined up selling souvenirs and religious objects and flowers which was perfect so we could buy some nice reminders of our stay in Tokyo.

From Tokyo we continued our Japanese adventure by train in direction of Nagano, to the northwest of Japan.

Did you enjoy Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan and have you been on a holiday in Tokyo, Japan?
Add your trip!

Travel Tips for Tokyo Japan:

Where to stay in Tokyo: Hotel Gimmond Tokyo.

What to do in Tokyo: Visit the Imperial Palace and Gardens.

Where to eat in Tokyo: Ginza.

Travel Pictures of Tokyo, Japan

  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Information Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Information
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Experience Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Experience
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Diary Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Diary
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Picture Sharing Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Picture Sharing
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Trip Sharing Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Trip Sharing
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Blog Adventure Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Blog Adventure
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Diary Photos Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Diary Photos
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Vacation Adventure Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Vacation Adventure
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Adventure Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Adventure
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Review Picture Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Review Picture
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Information Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Information
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Adventure Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Adventure
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Picture gallery Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Picture gallery
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Story Sharing Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Story Sharing
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Album Pictures Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Album Pictures
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Blog Experience Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Blog Experience
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Diary Adventure Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Diary Adventure
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Vacation Tips Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Vacation Tips
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Blog Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Blog
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Review Photograph Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Review Photograph
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Holiday Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Holiday
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Vacation Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Vacation
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Album Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Album
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Package Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Travel Package
  • Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Album Photos Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan Album Photos

Weather

Tokyo Weather

Mist
27 °C | 80.6 °F

Traveller

Jaap7777 photo
Name: Jaap7777
Age: 34-41
Travel type: Friends getaway

Travel Blog

Imperial Palace Tokyo Japan
Continent: Asia
Country: Japan
City: Tokyo
Period: Mar 2008
Lenght of stay: -
Views: 3000

Travel Review

Trip Rating: Excellent

Map of Tokyo, Prefecture

Map Tokyo Japan