Kyoto's Imperial Palace, or Gosho, is the former residence of the Emperor of Japan, located north of downtown Kyoto No Emperor, however, has resided in Gosho since 1869, which is when the imperial family and its retainers was transferred to Tokyo following the Meiji RestorationThe palace is located in central Tokyo and is easily accessible from Nijubashimae Station or Otemachi Station Visitors who wish to see the entrance to the palace should head towards the Sakashitamon Gate, which is a 15minute walk from Nijubashimae Station or Otemachi StationImperial Palace of Tokyo Japan Surroundings The famous Edo Castle, with all its splendor, was the location of the Tokugawa Shogun Government The Tokugawa Shogun Government ruled the area until 1603 when at that time, it was overthrown The Imperial Palace Of Tokyo Japan Asia Photo Tour Exploretraveler Imperial palace japan interior