Imperial Palace Running

Imperial Palace Running Course



One round is about 5 km

The circumference of the Imperial Palace is about 5 km / lap, which makes it easy for beginners to challenge easily.

Furthermore, since there is no red light, you can run nonstop so you can also measure time etc.

Sakurada Gate, The outside garden, Takebashi, Chidorigafuchi Moat park, Hanzoumon gate, Miyakezaka and so on while enjoying jogging.

Imperial running such as “easy to understand distance”, “no signal”, “there is a toilet”, “scenery is good”, etc., the Imperial Running has the best conditions for running, making it a popular running course for many people throughout the year .

Clockwise or Counter-clockwise

It is recommended that you run basically “counterclockwise” when you are running the Imperial Palace, so that many track competitions are done counterclockwise.

Imperial Palace Running Course

Start point

There is no fixed starting point for the Imperial Running, but there are many people who use “Sakurada Gate Clock Square Plaza” as the starting point.

Besides that, there are people who use “Takebashi” as a starting point because toilets and rest space are there, but basically the starting point depending on the station which they use.

“Sakurada Gate Clock Square Plaza” and “Takebashi” refer to the ✔ mark on the map.

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Tokyo Sampomaster

【Introduction】 Hello! I am a native Japanese living in Tokyo. I introduce hiking trails and running spots in Tokyo for those traveling to Tokyo under the name of "Tokyo Sampomaster". blog : https://sampomaster.com twitter : https://twitter.com/Sampomaster1 YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC38T5PQ3bUZ8aC3qAScvuTQ 【Hiking trail】 Although it is not well known, there are many mountains that are suitable for hiking in Tokyo. If you are staying in Tokyo for a week, why not try going to the countryside near Tokyo for one day? A beautiful valley, an old shrine and a relaxing hot spring will heal you and will surely be unforgettable memories. 【Running spots】 If you are a runner, why do not you visit the sightseeing areas of Tokyo by running? There are many facilities equipped with shower and hot spring for runners in Tokyo. The experience of running through the Imperial Palace, traditional temples and shrines with your own feet is a wonderful memory that you can not change anything. If you do not mind, I will undertake free guides as well. English is still not very good, but I will try my best so please feel free to contact us! info@sampomaster.com

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