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Step into the Future & Travel Back in Time: Kadokawa + Kawagoe Tour
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Joined 2026
This tour begins at the iconic Kadokawa Culture Museum, a striking architectural masterpiece designed by Kengo Kuma, where art, literature, and design come together in an immersive cultural experience. From there, we travel to Kawagoe—known as “Little Edo”—to stroll through its preserved warehouse streets, visit the famous Bell Tower, and explore traditional shops and local sweets.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Musashino Line Higashitokorozawa Station
- Exit Gate
Kadokawa Museum
Spend an hour inside the museum. You can start on the First Floor and read their Translated English Manga then proceed to 4th Floor on Edit Town and browse numerous books depending on your interest. Book Collection is also available in the Attic Step. Donot miss the Projection Mapping Show at the Book Theater that runs every 20 mins.
Lunch
Option 1: Ramen Walker
Option 2: Kadokawa Shokudo
Option 3: Sacula Diner
Option 4: Tully's Coffee
Option 5: Musashi Rikyu
Family Mart is also available
Commute to Kawagoe
Headed back to JR Higashitokorozawa Station then get off to Kita Asaka station for Tobu Tojo Line straight to Kawagoe station
Toki no Kane
Take a photo of the famous Tori no Kane or Clock Bell Tower.
Stroll the food shops nearby and try some sweet potato chips, steamed manju cakes filled with sweet potato and red bean or sweet potato ice cream.
Kawagoe is called sweet potato kingdom during the Edo period known for its high quality.
Shop for souveneirs at Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley)
This place is famous for traditional japanese sweets, small toys and accessories.
You can also find a merchandize store of a famous japanese web manga character Chiikawa here in Kawagoe.
Ending Point
Hon Kawagoe Station or Kawagoe Station
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
Guide Fee
Photo Service
One day Kawagoe Loop Bus
Public Transportation
Lunch
Personal Expenses
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
It also include a One day Tobu loop bus or Coedo loop bus.
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 2026
About Tour Guide Maricar R.
Hello, My name is Maricar!
Originally from the Philippines, and I’ve been living here in Japan for over 10 years. I’m currently based in Saitama—so I’m very familiar with the local area as well as many parts of Japan.
As a traveler myself, I have a strong passion for exploring Japan, and my personal goal is to visit all 47 prefectures. Because of this, I love sharing not just the popular tourist spots, but also hidden gems and local experiences that many visitors don’t usually get to see.
I speak Tagalog and English fluently, along with conversational Japanese, so I can assist a wide range of guests and help make your journey smooth, comfortable, and enjoyable.
I’m really excited to guide you today and share with you the beauty, culture, and unique charm of Japan. Let’s have a wonderful trip together!
$75/ per group
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