Sakurada Gate: Access, Hours & Night View Guide
Sakurada Gate
Night View from Sakurada Gate (Chiyoda Ward)
Visit Report: Sakurada Gate
Sakurada Gate is an important cultural property built on the inner moat of Edo Castle (now the Imperial Palace).
From around this location, you can enjoy unobstructed panoramic views of the towering office buildings in the Marunouchi district.
The sight of the building lights reflecting in the inner moat is also beautiful, and on calm days, a magical scene unfolds.
The illuminated Sakurada Gate viewed from the Kasumigaseki direction is also stunning, so please enjoy the night views while taking a stroll around the Imperial Palace.
Photos of Sakurada Gate
Night view of high-rise buildings as seen from Sakurada Gate Skyscrapers beautifully reflected in the Imperial Palace inner moat Sakurada Gate and the Marunouchi high-rise district Night view of the Marunouchi office district Illuminated Sakurada Gate Illuminated Sakurada Gate Sakurada Gate and the Marunouchi high-rise district Skyscrapers beautifully reflected in the Imperial Palace inner moat
Sakurada Gate — Information
Features
| Address | 1-1 Kokyo Gaien, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan（Chiyoda Ward Night View Spots） |
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| Opening Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Closed | None |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| Links | Imperial Household Agency Visitor Guide: Facility Information: Imperial Palace Spot (Sakurada Gate (Outer Sakurada Gate)) | Official Tourism Website of Chiyoda City, Tokyo / Visit Chiyoda |
Sakurada Gate - Access & Parking
| Train / Nearest Station |
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| Parking | First and Second Parking Areas 8:30-22:00 (last entry 18:30) / Regular cars: ¥400 (approx. $2.65) for first hour, ¥400 (approx. $2.65) each additional hour, daily maximum ¥2,000 (approx. $13.30) Third Parking Area (may be closed for general events) 8:30-17:00 (extended hours during adjacent facility events) |
Best Time to See the Night View at Sakurada Gate
Best Time for Night Photography Today (5/7)
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The 'magic hour' when the blue sky meets city lights.
Today's sunset is at 18:32.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What kind of night views can you enjoy?
- You can enjoy panoramic views of the brilliantly lit office district in the Marunouchi area.
- What time does the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens stone wall illumination start?
- The illumination runs from sunset until 9:00 PM.
- When is the best time to visit Sakurada Gate for night views?
- Weekday evenings are recommended because the office district lights shine brightly, providing spectacular high-intensity night views.