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Visit the Imperial Palace, once the residence of the Japanese royal family. The main building, originally constructed in 1630 and rebuilt after a fire in 1854, features the stunning Oikeniwa and Gonaitei gardens.
Continue to Nijo Castle, the former residence of the first Shogun of the Tokugawa dynasty. Explore buildings encircled by a moat spanning over 200,000 square meters, with Edo-period paintings on rice paper walls and tatami flooring.
A perfect introduction to Kyoto's imperial and feudal history, led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide over 3 enriching hours.