Half-day Kawagoe Walking Tour

3.5 (2 reviews) Kawagoe, Japan
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Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover Kawagoe, a charming old town that once flourished as a castle town during the Edo period.
Stroll through streets lined with beautifully designed buildings, hear the ringing of traditional bells, and experience the elegance of side alleys and backstreets where rickshaws still pass by.
The unique architecture here blends elements from three different eras, Edo, Meiji, and Taisho, offering a rare glimpse into Japan’s rich history and culture that you won’t find in other cities.

・Explore Kawagoe’s historic streets, filled with traditional shops and timeless charm
・Enjoy the sights and sounds of a town where past and present harmoniously meet
・Experience the easy access from central Tokyo, just 30 minutes away, and visit a venue that hosted the golf competitions during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Kitain Temple entrance Fee
  • Matsumoto Craft Soy Sauce Factory (Only Saturdays,Sundays and Holidays)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (This can be arranged for an additional fee)

What to expect

  1. Matsumoto Craft Soy Sauce
    20m
    Matsumoto Craft Soy Sauce has passed down the tradition of making soy sauce for over 250 years in Kawagoe. They still use traditional methods to make the soy sauce.

    NOTE: It’s only available on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
  2. Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
    30m
    Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
    Popular shrine for love charms and its ema (votive tablet) tunnel.
  3. Kashiya Yokocho
    25m
    Kashiya Yokocho
    Charming old-fashioned alley known for traditional Japanese sweets shops.
  4. Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street
    35m
    Historic street lined with Edo-style buildings and local shops.
  5. Toki no Kane
    15m
    Toki no Kane
    Iconic bell tower and symbol of Kawagoe, dating back to the Edo period.
  6. Kitain
    40m
    Kitain Temple
    Historic temple famous for rakan statues and remains of the old Edo Castle.
  7. Nakain Temple
    20m
    Historic temple famous for rakan statues and remains of the old Edo Castle.
  8. Koedo Kurari
    15m
    This store is built in a brewery that has made Japanese sake for nearly 120 years. You can buy souvenirs from the local area here.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Honkawagoe Station

End point

Honkawagoe Station

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • This tour can be customized depending on your interests
  • Small groups, never more than 10 people

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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