Sentō Imperial Palace, Retirement palace complex in Kyoto, Japan
The palace grounds span 89,000 square meters and contain two distinct ponds connected by a canal, featuring six different types of bridges.
Emperor Go-Mizunoo commissioned the construction of this imperial residence in 1630, but the main structure burned down in 1854 and remained unrebuilt.
The gardens demonstrate traditional Japanese landscaping with the northern pond incorporating formal elements while the southern section displays natural stone formations.
Visitors must register for guided tours through the Imperial Household Agency, with audio guides available in multiple languages for international tourists.
Two original teahouses, Seika-tei and Yushin-tei, survived the 1854 fire and present different architectural styles with distinctive roof designs.
Architects: Kobori Enshū
Architectural style: Japanese
GPS coordinates: 35.02330,135.76329
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:38
Explore the monuments of Kyoto, including Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, imperial palaces, feudal castles, traditional gardens, and historic districts. This former imperial capital features UNESCO sites such as the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari Shrine, as well as modern cultural places like the Manga Museum and Kyoto Station.
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