Edo Castle

Located in Chiyoda Ward, the Edo Castle Ruins boast an impressive scale. This castle, which is as large as 25 Tokyo Domes, was built with huge stones gathered from all over the country through a nationwide construction project. Even today, the Honmaru, Ninomaru, and Sannomaru sections are open to the public, allowing visitors to see historic structures such as beautiful stone walls and gates. It can also be said to be Japan's largest castle, as it is currently used as the Imperial Palace. Please come and visit at least once!

The castle tower ruins of Edo Castle are a historically valuable tourist spot located in Chiyoda Ward, built by three generations of the Tokugawa family, starting with Ieyasu Tokugawa. It once stood at a height of 58 meters and is said to be the place where the shogun gazed upon Mt. Fuji and the sea of Shinagawa. Although the castle tower no longer exists, its imposing presence remains. Another highlight is the sturdy granite stonework rebuilt by Kaga domain lord Tsunanori Maeda.

Exploring Edo Castle is a journey through the Imperial Palace East Gardens, where you can enjoy the changing natural beauty of the four seasons. The Honmaru, Ninomaru, and Sannomaru areas are open to the public, offering a glimpse of the beauty of nature that changes with each season. From the Nijubashi Bridge and Fushimi Yagura in the outer gardens, you can feel the atmosphere of the Edo period. Come and experience the scenery woven by history and nature at this place, which is open to the public.

The beautiful stone walls and Sakuradamon Gate of Edo Castle are not to be missed as a tourist spot in Chiyoda Ward. The magnificent stone walls built with huge stones gathered from all over the country through the "Tenka Fubu" project, and the important cultural property Sakuradamon Gate, which is also the site of the historical incident "Sakuradamon Incident," have an overwhelming presence. In addition, there is a panel exhibition in the underground exhibition room introducing the stone walls seen from the moat and excavation results. Please come and visit once!

The Edo Castle Ruins are a special historic site in Chiyoda Ward, and a tourist spot of historical value built from Tokugawa Ieyasu to the third generation, Iemitsu. The view of the Imperial Palace forest and buildings from the tower is breathtaking. You will be captivated by the scenery where modern Tokyo and deep history intersect. In addition, the Honmaru, Ninomaru, and Sannomaru are also open to visitors, making it an attractive destination. Come and visit this place where the past and present coexist!