Hanzō-mon, Historic gate at Imperial Palace, Tokyo, Japan
The Hanzō-mon gate features traditional Japanese architectural elements with stone walls and wooden structures forming a protected entrance to the Imperial Palace grounds.
Built in 1640 during the Tokugawa shogunate, the gate was named after Hattori Hanzō, a military strategist who served as a guard leader of the Iga Doshin group.
The gate maintains its significance as an exclusive passage for the Emperor and Imperial family members, representing the continuity of Japanese royal traditions.
Regular visitors cannot pass through Hanzō-mon, but photographs can be taken from designated viewing areas near the surrounding moat during palace opening hours.
Located in Fukiage Gyoen, this gate marks the residence area of retired shoguns during the Edo period and currently serves the Imperial household.
Location: Chiyoda
Part of: Edo Castle Gates, Edo Castle
GPS coordinates: 35.68389,139.74556
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:33
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