Japan Tokyo - Imperial Palace / Nijubashi Bridge(2)

🌟🌟Imperial Palace East Garden: Located within the eastern palace walls, it mainly features the Edo Castle ruins, including the Tenshudai (the largest keep platform site in Japan), Hyakunin Bansho (Edo Castle security checkpoint), and the Fukagawa Garden (a strolling-style garden). Entry is through the Otemon, Hirakawamon, or Kitachikawabashi Gate, with opening hours adjusted according to the season. 🏰🌿 🌟🌟 Imperial Palace Inner Garden: This is the residential and official area for the Imperial Family, including the East Court of the Palace and the buildings of the Imperial Household Agency. Access is only through the Kikyomon Gate, and reservations or on-site queuing are required. 🏰 🌟🌟Nijubashi Bridge: This is truly the iconic structure of the Imperial Palace. The white bridge, set against the backdrop of the palace buildings, makes for stunning photos. 🌇 It's not just a bridge but a symbol of the connection between the royal family and the people. Did you know that the Nijubashi Bridge actually consists of two bridges—an iron bridge and a stone bridge? 🌟🌟 The iron bridge is usually open and only closes on special occasions. 🌉✨ #ImperialPalace #OuterGarden #NijubashiBridge #KusunokiMasashigeStatue 🌟🌟