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Pilgrimage

Otemon Gate (Imperial Palace East Gardens)

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Lycoris Recoil · Ep. 5 — Heading to Edo Castle (East Gardens) on Mr. Matsushita's Tokyo tour · 25 spots · Source ↗
Gate exterior always; East Gardens usually from 9:00, closed Mon & Fri (check official info)
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Otemon Gate (Imperial Palace East Gardens) is a real-life anime pilgrimage spot from Lycoris Recoil. The former main gate of Edo Castle, now the entrance to the Imperial Palace East Gardens; seen in Ep. 5 on the way to 'Edo Castle'. 3 min walk from Otemachi Station.

Visiting etiquette
  • Ask before taking photos inside shops or facilities
  • At schools and in residential areas, don't photograph people and keep quiet
  • Don't block the street or linger too long

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