Running Through History and Energy | Tokyo’s Imperial Palace Loop

Running around the Tokyo Imperial Palace 🏃‍♂️ A Perfect 5K Loop in the Heart of Tokyo

Hi runners!
If you’re visiting Tokyo and looking for the best place to go for a safe, scenic, and flat run — the Imperial Palace loop is your best bet.

This 5-kilometer loop is located in the center of Tokyo, close to major areas like Ginza, Shinjuku, and Shibuya. No traffic lights, a scenic course, and a strong running community — it’s perfect for your morning jog or recovery run.

In this video, I’ll walk you through:
• Where the course is
• What to watch out for (running direction, pedestrians, cyclists)
• Where to meet your friends and start your run
• How the elevation changes (yes, there are hills!)

🌸 The loop offers something for every runner — and it’s beautiful in every season.

⚠️ Note: It’s a shared space, so please be courteous and always run anti-clockwise (counter-clockwise)!

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MAP INFO & TIPS:
• Loop distance: 5.0 km
• Closest stations: Tokyo, Nijubashimae, Hanzomon, Takebashi
• Run stations (changing/shower facilities) nearby: YES
• Traffic lights: None!
• Best time to run: Early morning or just before sunset
• Surface: Paved, some uneven spots near tree roots
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