Tokyo Imperial Palece 5km Walking Tour

Описание: Tokyo Imperial Palace: A 5km Circuit of History and Urban Design

The Tokyo Imperial Palace, located on the former site of Edo Castle, is the spiritual and geographical heart of Japan's capital. In this video, we take a full 5km counter-clockwise loop around the palace perimeter, observing the contrast between 17th-century fortifications and the modern skyline of Tokyo.

This route is popular among locals for walking and running, offering a unique perspective on the city's history, architecture, and urban planning.

[Timestamps] 0:00 Introduction: The Imperial Palace Perimeter 0:45 Sakurada-mon Gate: A National Important Cultural Property 2:00 Nijubashi Bridge: The iconic view of the Palace 3:15 Ote-mon Gate: The main entrance to the former Edo Castle 4:30 Takebashi & Chidorigafuchi: Navigating the northern moats and slopes 5:45 Hanzo-mon Gate: The gateway to the western edge 6:30 Return to Sakurada-mon & Final Information

[Route Information]

Distance: Approx. 5.0 km (3.1 miles)

Duration: 1 hour (walking) / 30-40 mins (power walking)

Rule: It is a common local etiquette to move in a counter-clockwise direction.

Access: Nearest stations include Sakuradamon, Nijubashi-mae, Otemachi, and Tokyo Station.

[Historical Facts] The stone walls and moats you see today are remnants of the Tokugawa Shogunate's Edo Castle, which was once the largest fortress in the world. Today, it serves as the primary residence of the Emperor of Japan.

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