Imperial Palace East Garden
Chiyoda 2 hrs
Explore the former site of Edo Castle, now a serene public garden.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Japanese and English
Local currency
JPY
(JPY)
Local time
(GMT+9)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
5 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Marunouchi
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Sushi
Ramen
Tempura
Yakitori
When to visit Chiyoda Ku
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: October
Busiest: Mar-May, Sep-Nov
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Jan60
Cold, clear skies
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Feb65
Cold, crisp air
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Mar85
Cool, cherry blossoms
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Apr90
Mild, pleasant
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May88
Warm, comfortable
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Jun70
Warm, rainy season
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Jul65
Hot, humid
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Aug60
Hot, very humid
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Sept75
Warm, typhoon risk
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Oct92
Mild, pleasant
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Nov90
Cool, autumn foliage
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Dec70
Cold, clear skies
Things to do in Chiyoda Ku
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
3 places
Kanda Myojin Shrine
Kanda 1 hr
Visit a beautiful shrine associated with prosperity and good fortune, popular with tech workers.
Yasukuni Shrine
Chiyoda 2 hrs
Explore the controversial but historically significant shrine and its museum.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Akihabara Electric Town
Akihabara 3 hrs
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of anime, manga, and electronics.
National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo
Kitanomaru Park 2.5 hrs
Discover a comprehensive collection of modern Japanese art.
Chidorigafuchi Moat
Chiyoda 1.5 hrs
Rent a rowboat on the Imperial Palace moat, especially stunning during cherry blossom season.
Any time of day
1 place
Tokyo Station (Marunouchi Building)
Marunouchi 1.5 hrs
Admire the historic red-brick facade and explore underground shopping and dining.
Practical ratings
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