Kawagoe Old Town Day Trip from Tokyo
Discover the charm of “Little Edo” Kawagoe on this relaxing day trip from Tokyo. Explore traditional warehouse-style streets, visit a sacred shrine, enjoy a local lunch, and stroll through Candy Alley with a sweet potato dessert break. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included for a smooth, stress-free experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel
- Your English-speaking guide will meet you in the hotel lobby.
Kawagoe Old Town (Ichibangai Street)
Stroll the iconic warehouse-style streets and enjoy the nostalgic Edo-period atmosphere.
Hikawa Shrine
A peaceful and beloved local shrine known for its beautiful wooden torii and romantic charms.
Lunch
Choose from tea soba, eel, or other local specialties (recommendations provided).
Candy Alley (Kashiya Yokocho)
Wander through a historic lane lined with traditional snack shops.
Sweet Potato Dessert Break
Relax with Kawagoe’s famous sweet potato treats.
Depart Kawagoe
Ending Point
Your hotel or any preferred location
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
・Friendly local English-speaking guide
・Fully customizable itinerary
・Restaurant and facility reservation support (if needed)
・Lunch cost (including the guide’s meal): ¥2,000-¥3,000
・Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, shopping)
・Entrance fees (if applicable): ¥0–¥1,200
・Taxi fee (if you need)
・Public transportation costs
Tour Important Information
This tour is designed for walking and the use of public transportation, but a private vehicle option is also available.
If you prefer the private car plan, please feel free to contact us.
There will be some adjustments to the price and itinerary, and we will be happy to provide a customized proposal that suits your needs.
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
About Tour Guide Kota A.
Hello everyone! My name is Kota.
After graduation from a university in Japan I spent a year in Vancouver, Canada, on a working holiday. While working as a server at a sushi restaurant, I had many opportunities to interact with guests who loved Japan, while also learning about Canadian culture from them. Those experiences became truly meaningful to me, and now I would like to take on that role here in Japan—sharing the beauty of my country with visitors and creating unforgettable memories together.
Tokyo is a world-famous metropolis, but beyond its well-known landmarks, it is full of hidden gems that are less crowded and waiting to be discovered. I would be delighted to explore such places with you and do my very best to make your trip to Japan a wonderful experience.
Since I am originally from Hiroshima, I am also very familiar with Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka. I would be happy to give you helpful advice if you plan to visit those areas. And if our schedules align, I would love to guide you around my hometown Hiroshima, as well as Shiga where I spent my student years, or even Kyoto and Osaka. Please feel free to reach out anytime!
I enjoy watching soccer (especially Manchester United!), and I also like beer and whisky.
I’m really looking forward to meeting you all :)
P.S.
I am not a licensed guide, but I work as a friendly guide.
Rather than providing formal or highly specialized guiding like a school tour, my focus is on offering a more relaxed and friendly experience to help you enjoy your time in Japan.
I appreciate your understanding.
Reviews
Thomas F.
“Was a fantastic meal with japanise person and good gidence about activities ”
Kota A was unfortunately sick he was very apologetic and put me in touch with a lovely lady called Kira We went to the isakaya he booked and the food was fantastic she was excellent company And her English was impeccable She took me to near by karaoke bar for some more drinks with some very friendly japanise people was a very good evening would highly recommend
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Kota A.
Hi Thomas, thank you so much for the lovely review! I’m sorry again for the last minute change. Even so, I’m really relieved and happy to hear you had such a fun evening. I’m glad you enjoyed the food at the izakaya and the time at the karaoke bar ;)) Please come visit Japan again, I’m looking forward to meeting you next time! Kota
Jackie K.
“Private tour seeing a different side of Tokyo ”
We had a tour with Kira Kumada We had the best day ever we had a great tour fabulous lunch and afternoon drinks and went to see some beautiful places Kira was so much fun thank you Kota for organising and especially Kira for the most special day
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Kota A.
Hi Jackie, thank you so much for the lovely message! I’m really happy to hear it was the best day ever. It sounds like you enjoyed the lunch and the afternoon drinks too. I’ll make sure to pass your kind words along to Kira, she’ll be so happy ;)) Please come visit Japan again, I’d love to see you! Kota
Jennifer M.
“Personalised Tokyo tour”
Kota helped design the type of Tokyo day we were interested in; local knowledge and experience for first time visitors outside of the main tourist attractions. Kota's colleague Kira took us for our day of exploring, Kappabashi, Yanaka, Ueno Park and more. It was very helpful to have Kira assist us in navigating the trains and metro, ordering lunch in a fabulous local restaurant and communicating with local shop owners and stall holders. We found Kira energetic, very polite and kind and a delight to spend the day with. Arigatou gozaimasu!
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Kota A.
Hi Jennifer, thank you so much for this wonderful review! I'm really happy to hear you had such a great time. It sounds like you got to really feel the culture and history through walking around and getting around by train ;)) Please come visit Tokyo again sometime, I'll be looking forward to it!
$298/ per group
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