From professional athletes to casual sports enthusiasts, the Imperial Palace is known as the "holy land" of runners in Japan.

This is a fun run-and-walk tour with a delightful and friendly Imperial Palace Run Geek Guide who will not only give you a sightseeing guide of the Imperial Palace, but also some interesting Imperial Palace run "trivia" for runners to know! This tour is conducted in Japanese and simple English, so even those who are not fluent in Japanese can participate. Let's enjoy the Imperial Palace Run & Walk together.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  guide fee
✖  Please bring your own drinks or use the vending machines at JOGLIS.
✖  Running wear and shoes
✖  towel
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Access: Tokyo FM Center Building B1F, 1-7 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Directly connected to Hanzomon Station No.1 or 2 or 6 exit
※Staff holding the "TOKYO ACTIVE TOURS" banner will be waiting for you.

Return: End right where it started.
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Itinerary
1
After a briefing on the history of the Imperial Palace and the rules of the Imperial Palace Run at JOGLIS, we set off for the Imperial Palace Run! If you wish to use the changing lockers and showers at JOGLIS, an additional 1,500 yen will be charged.

Duration:  10 minutes

2
Hanzo-mon Gate The running tour will start from Hanzomon, one of the entrances to the Imperial Palace. You can see the National Theatre and the Diet Building as you descend Miyake-zaka, said to be the most beautiful slope in Tokyo. (No tours will be provided. We will view a part of the outside)

Duration:  20 minutes

3
You will pass under Sakuradamon, the largest gate in the Imperial Palace. Hear about the belief in Mt. Fuji, which is cherished by many Japanese, and recharge your energy at the Imperial Palace, a power spot!

Duration:  10 minutes

4
Let me tell you the secret of the clock in the Sakuradamon square where many runners gather!

Duration:  10 minutes

5
Two-tiered Bridge (Ni-ju Bashi) You will visit the Nijubashi Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges in the Imperial Palace.Let’s take a commemorative photo!

Duration:  10 minutes

6
At Gyoko-dori Avenue, the finish area of the Tokyo Marathon, you can talk about the secrets of Tokyo Station and the Emperor and the Tokyo Marathon! Then you will take pictures like the finish line scene of the marathon.

Duration:  10 minutes

7
Kokyo Otemon Gate From here you will enter the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace. Before entering the garden, there is a baggage inspection. This Ote-mon Gate was the main gate of Edo Castle. Once inside, you will be greeted by a "Shachihoko" as it was in the Edo period. Here you can take a restroom break and visit souvenir shops related to the Imperial Household.

Duration:  20 minutes

8
You can see the beautiful turrets that served as a substitute for the Edo Castle keep. We call this our "little castle".

Duration:  10 minutes

9
The stone walls of the Edo Castle keep can be seen. The castle keep, which was destroyed by fire, can no longer be seen, but a reconstructed model can be seen.

Duration:  20 minutes

10
Kita Hanebashi-mon Gate Return to the outside of the Imperial Palace through the "Kitahanebashi" Gate, which was a drawbridge of the Edo Castle. From here, the uphill climb begins, but run at your own pace and enjoy the running!

Duration:  10 minutes

11
Daikancho Street was a street where daimyo residences were located during the Edo period. It is also known as a cherry blossom viewing spot.

Duration:  5 minutes

12
Chidoriga-fuchi Park Chidorigafuchi Park, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, we will teach you the secrets of cherry trees that Japanese people cherish.

Duration:  10 minutes

13
When you return to JOGLIS, you will be dismissed. Those who pay to use the facilities at JOGLIS may take a shower.

Duration:  5 minutes

Additional info
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•  Not recommended for pregnant travelers
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
•  Running clothes, shoes, and towels are available for rent for a fee.
•  If you want to use the lockers and showers, you can use JOGLIS for 1500 yen.
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Price:
From $7000
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
2.5 hours
Guide in:
Japanese   English   
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.