• Providing more backdrop to the epic historical TV drama 'Shōgun,' discover what it must have been like walking the Shogun's Castle grounds and surrounding areas with 'Exploring Toranaga’s Edo.' This unique walking tour guides you through the remnants of Edo Castle, along ancient Samurai pathways, and into hidden cultural treasures, offering distinctive and personalized insights. Experience the rich blend of historical narratives and contemporary Tokyo as you explore districts once teeming with nobles, samurai, and merchants. Capture the essence of Tokyo’s storied past and vibrant present. Join us in 'Exploring Toranaga’s Edo: Footsteps of a Shōgun' to uncover more about the heart and history of the Edo period in Japanese history!

Remains of Ushigome-mon Gate: A Gateway to Edo Castle - The remains of the imposing Ushigome-mon Gate, which once granted northern access to Edo Castle from the bustling entertainment district of Kagurazaka, crosses the outermost moat at Iidabashi. The area beyond the gate was historically reserved for high-ranking samurai residences, providing a strategic yet culturally rich buffer to the castle's defenses. Kagurazaka, renowned for its geisha culture and cobbled streets, still retains a few traditional ryotei (private guest houses), though it has also gained fame for its contemporary French cuisine. Explore the echoes of samurai heritage that linger in this intriguing neighborhood, bridging the past with the present.