the agency's headquarters is located within the grounds of the imperial palace in tokyo. the agency's duties and responsibilities encompass the daily activities, such as state visits, organising events, preservation of traditional culture, administrative functions, etc., the agency is also responsible for the various imperial residences scattered throughout the country. visitors who wish to tour the tokyo imperial palace, the kyoto imperial palace, the katsura detached palace, and other sites, should register for guided tours with the agency first.