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Kawagoe, Koedo (little Edo), nostalgic town exploring, Half Day Tour

Jikei-do, Kitain Temple

Arahant statues, Kitain Temple

In front of Ghibli store

Streetscape of Kawagoe

Floats of Kawagoe festival

Time Bell Tower

Storehouse-style streets

Shoin, Kitain Temple

Kashiya Yokocyo, Penny Candy Lane

Incense burner, Kitain Temple

Tahou-to, Kitain Temple

500 Statues of Rakan

Ghibli goods souvenir shop

Kumano Shrine, Kawagoe

Mochi with figs

Festival Museum

Osawa-ke, oldest storehouse style in Kawagoe

Kawagoe, Koedo (little Edo), nostalgic town exploring, Half Day Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2025

Hitomi K.

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Saitama

English, Japanese (Native)

3 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Hitomi K.)

Up to 4 people

Koedo has preserved a seventeenth-century atmosphere that was regarded as the major city

of the Tokugawa government. The area is dotted with buildings and related temples from that era.　

Not only are they historical, but they are also a fun way to stroll around town while enjoying a ready-made edible treat. You can learn Tokugawa family

cherished temple called Kitain, then "Kashiya Yokocyo" aka, Candy alley, Bell Tower, and stroll the warehouse-style street.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Hon Kawagoe Station, Seibu Shinjuku Line

- Ticket Exit of Hon Kawagoe Station. I will hold the board in your name.

09:30 AM

Kitain Temple

Founded in the 8th century by a high-ranking priest, "Jikaku Daishi"

Later, the Tokugawa family preserved and long cherished.

You can see the magnificent architecture and treasure.

10:40 AM

"Kashiya Yokocyo", Candy store alley

Candy store lines along the side alley, Fun for everyone, from children to adults

11:10 AM

Kawagoe Matsuri Kaikan, Kawagoe Festival Museum

Kawagoe Festival is registered UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Nationally Designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Properties. This museum houses festival related things such as float

etc.

11:40 AM

Tokino Kane, Bell Tower

Originally it was built about 400 years ago, now it is the 4th generation and bell ring everyday, at 6am, noon, 3pm and 6pm

12:00 PM

exploring warehouse-style street

strolling the main street of Koedo, while you enjoying shopping

12:30 AM

Tour end

If you continue to explore the Koedo, you can stay. If not,

I will walk you to the Hon Kawagoe Station

Ending Point

Hon Kawagoe Station, or warehouse-style street in Koedo

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

・Guide fee

What‘s not included

・Public transportation

(from your hotel to the meeting place)

・Entrance ticket at "Kitain" Temple: 400yen per person

(you and guide)

・Entrance ticket at Matsuri Kaikan (festival museum):

300yen per person (you and guide)

Tour Important Information

This tour requires you to wear socks; you have a chance to visit a temple with a tatami mat.

Kitain Temple closed:

December 25-January 8,

February 2-3,

April 2-4

Important message from the supplier

I can guide you Omote Sando, Harajuku, Meijj

Gingu, Imperial Palace, Yanaka, Kappabashi area if you pay my transportation fee.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Hitomi K.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Hitomi K.

Hi, I’m Hitomi.

I was born and raised on a small, beautiful island in Japan. Growing up there has instilled in me a deep appreciation for beautiful places and an insatiable curiosity about the world.

After working in the private sector in Tokyo for many years, I transitioned into a national government tour guide in 2017. Volunteering at the golf course during the 2021 Tokyo Olympics was an absolute blast!

I’ve had the privilege of leading a wide range of tours, from visits to shrines and temples to immersive experiences in anime, pop culture, food tasting, geisha experiences, and Japanese calligraphy. These tours have taken place at some incredible locations within and around Tokyo. I’m particularly passionate about showcasing the hidden gems of the Kanto region, including Tokyo, Saitama, and Nikko.

In addition to my tour guiding, I’m also a Japanese Calligraphy master, having honed my skills since kindergarten. It brings me immense joy to share this rich Japanese culture with international guests, and I’m thrilled to continue sharing my passion for Japan with even more people!

Reviews

Marcel M.

5 / 5

Feb 20, 2026

Kawagoe Koedo (little Edo) nostalgic town exploring

Feb 20, 2026

Saitama

3 hours 30 mins

Customized

“A real trip to Little Edo AND candy!!!”

Had a wonderful time visiting some cool spots in Kawagoe Koedo (Little Edo) today; including Kitain Temple, Matsuri Kainan, and Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley). There was a lot more history in a fairly local area than I expected. Hitomi was great in providing interesting background information and insight about all the places I visited. Kurano Street was like stepping into a time machine to see a bit of old Japan, lots on interesting architecture and local shops. The festival museum was kinda cool too, because I could get a bit of a feel for the actual event. Although I’m not a sweets person ‘candy street’ was a lot of fun. There were all kinds of goodies in the most amazing packaging, great for souvenirs! And an extra shoutout to Hitomi for being a great guide; knowledgeable, easygoing, and very kind. I had a great time!

Hitomi K.

Hello Marcel, Thank you for joining the tour and a review! I'm very honored that you're satisfied with my guiding. There are still many great tourist spots in Saitama Prefecture that are not well known. The 500 Arahamt are also very unique stone statues, and they both made us smile, are’t they? I would like to continue working to guide many guests to hidden gem so that they can enjoy themselves. We look forward to seeing you again! Best regards, Hitomi