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Application Process

Visitor Information for the Imperial Palace – Guided Tours

The procedure varies depending on the application method.

Visitor Information for Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace, Katsura Imperial Villa, and Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Online Application Process

  1. STEP 01Select Visit Month and Date

    Select the month and the date of your visit.

  2. STEP 02Enter the main applicant's Information

    Please provide the nationality, name, email address, age and other necessary information.

  3. STEP 03Enter Companion Information

    If you have companions, Please provide their nationality, name, age and other necessary information.

  4. STEP 04Check Your Details

    Please review the application details you have provided.

    Please note that you cannot change the date of your visit after submitting your application.

  5. STEP 05Submit your application

    After submission, a confirmation email will be sent to you.
    Please review the details in the email to ensure there are no errors.

  6. STEP 06Notification of lottery results

    A lottery will be conducted based on your application details, and the results will be sent to you by email. If you are selected, the email will include the required “permit number” for your visit day.

    On the day of your visit, you will need this permit number to enter.

  7. STEP 07View Your Visit Permit

    Enter the “permit number” from the lottery result email and the phone number you registered to view your visit permission details.
    On the day of your visit, you will need the permit number. Please print it or take a screenshot and keep it with you.