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Once the official residence of Japan’s Imperial Family, the Kyoto Imperial Palace is part of a walled complex that includes the Sento Palace, the Kaninnomiya Mansion, and the famous Itsukushima Shrine. The public can visit the buildings and grounds on daily tours given by guides from the Imperial Household Agency. These free tours are offered in Japanese, Chinese, and English, and last approximately 50 minutes. Visitors who prefer to explore the historical sites on their own can pick up a map at the Seishomon Gate entrance. The grounds inside the gilded gates have been turned into a popular public park.
3 Kyotogyoen, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan, Phone: +81-752-11-12-15
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