Imperial Palace grounds

The Imperial Palace grounds were across the street from my hotel, so I took a walk around the area. Unfortunately, most of the grounds is off-limits because this is the primary residence of the Emperor.

As usual, click on an image to see a larger version.


December 17, 2004 11:21:51

A view of some office buildings from the grounds.

December 17, 2004 11:25:43

A really strange-looking tree.

December 17, 2004 11:27:51

The palace is in the distant background of this photo.

December 17, 2004 11:29:46

There's nothing like a good, old-fashioned moat to keep the tourists out.

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This is probably the best picture I have of the palace itself.

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December 17, 2004 11:42:07

A busy street awkwardly cuts through the grounds.

December 17, 2004 12:31:54

December 17, 2004 12:37:46

Tokyo station -- it's time for me to hop on the train to the airport and head back to the USA!

December 17, 2004 12:44:26

Even the train station people want snow.

December 18, 2004 07:10:19

Home sweet Rocky Mountains!