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Tokyo Imperial Palace

Chiyoda, Japan · built 1868

The Imperial Palace (Kōkyo, lit. 'Imperial Residence') is the main residence of the emperor of Japan. It is a large park-like area located in the Chiyoda district of the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo and contains several buildings, including the Fukiage Palace (Fukiage gosho), where the emperor has his living quarters; the main palace (Kyūden), where various ceremonies and receptions take place; some residences of the Imperial Family; an archive; and museums and administrative offices. The 1.15-square-kilometer (0.44 sq mi) palace grounds and gardens are built on the site of the old Edo Castle.

Palace data from Wikidata (CC0). Summary from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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