Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Overview
Nikko and Kawagoe is the two faces of EDO, seeing both lets you see both the samurai and commoner lifestyle of the people in Edo.
We will visit the Imperial Palace from outside to understand both the Samurai and Imperial family outlook of the location.
We will visit Nikko not only as a world heritage but as a location built to protect the city of EDO by blocking the KIMON (Demon Gate) of EDO hence learn the importance of “direction” (HOI) to understand the religious aspect of the Japanese; the importance in “location” of both Kawagoe and Nikko, the impact it had on the Japanese people and the heritage of the Tokugawa dynasty.
The Kawagoe area known as “KOEDO” (small Edo) is a Edo cultural melting pot where you will see the lifestyle of Edo merchants.
This tour will try to fit in three major locations associated with EDO for the time crunched traveler. If you want to see more in your limited time try us.
What's included
In-guide person
WiFi on board
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Dinner
Breakfast
Snacks
What to expect
Imperial Palace
1h
We will not only drive around the imperial palace circle but also walk the outer grounds to see the double bridge and several gates and towers and learn the historical background behind the walls of the palace.
Nikko Tosho-gu
2h · Admission ticket included
We will visit the world heritage site and walk the duration of the site. The guide will give you a detailed description of what it is and what it means.
Sano Service Area Outbound
30m
We will stop by the Sano SA and refuel ourselves and also ensure we have a brief stop at the water closets
1h
We will visit this Japanese western restaurant should they be open. Alternatives will be at one of the nearby hotels or restaurants worth mentioning
Kawagoe Matsuri Kaikan
1h · Admission ticket included
We will visit the matsuri Kaikan to understand the festivities of the Japanese and understand what Shintoism is for the Japanese.
Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
30m
We will visit a shrine dedicated to marriage and prosperous family and good relationships.
Tokinokane
30m
We will visit the “Big Ben” of Kawagoe to understand how the Japanese townsfolk’s managed their days
30m
We will strolls the streets of kawagoe to understand how the cities redeveloped itself after the Meiji Restoration and how they modernized.
Kanto
5h
We will depart Shinjuku Tokyo and proceed to Nikko which will be approximately two and a half hours proximity. From Nikko we will move on to Kawagoe area which will be approximately another one hour and a half of travel. Returning from Kawagoe will be another hour totaling 5 hours tranist.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We will meet you in front of the Shinjuku Post Office which is about five minutes away from Shinjuku Station West.
End point
We will meet you in front of the Shinjuku Post Office which is about five minutes away from Shinjuku Station West.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
