Japan Tokyo | Free Visit to the Imperial Palace Guide(1) 🌟

First of all, the Imperial Palace, located in the heart of Tokyo, was the residence of the shoguns during the Edo period. 🌇🌿In the Meiji era, the emperor moved the palace from Kyoto to this location. Since then, it has been the residence, office, and venue for various ceremonies of the emperor. 🏰 The Imperial Palace + Outer Garden + East Garden are all free to visit. 🌇🌿However, visiting the Imperial Palace itself requires advance reservation. I've already booked a visit for next month online. They also accept on-site queuing every day, with 140 people each in the morning and afternoon sessions (numbers are issued starting at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.). 🕰️ 【About Queuing】 🌇🌿When you arrive at the Kirin Gate, you'll see the sign shown in Figure 2, and you'll also spot the line of people waiting. Everyone is very disciplined and quiet while queuing—no cutting in line! 🫢 When it's time, they start issuing numbers. Remember to bring your passport!!! It's required for inspection and filling out forms. 🌇🌿Don't worry if you don't have a pen here; you can fill out the forms inside, where pens are available. 📝 #Tokyo #ImperialPalace 🌇🌿