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One-Day Trip to discover the Charms of Historic Kawagoe: A Journey Through Time
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Joined 2018
Kawagoe is known as "Little Edo" for its well-preserved Edo-period atmosphere. This tour offers an immersive experience of Kawagoe's rich history and culture.
The main attraction of this tour is strolling through Kurazukuri Street you will feel the charm of the Edo period.
We can also visit Kumano Shrine, Toki-no-Kane Tower used to tell the time, Kawagoe Festival Museum, Kashiya Yokocho street filled with traditional sweets shops, Hikawa Shrine, Kawagoe Castle, etc. according to your preference.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel
- I will meet you near the reception in the lobby of your hotel. Go to Kawagoe by public transportation.
Kawagoe
We will explore Kawagoe.
Kurazukuri Street
This area replicates the merchant streets of the Edo period, featuring historic buildings, stylish cafes, and souvenir shops. Visitors can feel the essence of old Japan while strolling here.
Kumano Shrine
Kumano Shrine in Kawagoe is known for its blessings of matchmaking and warding off evil. Visitors can pass through the torii gate and find peace in the serene surroundings of the shrine.
Toki-no-Kane (Time Bell Tower)
Toki no Kane, also known as the Time Bell Tower, is one of Kawagoe's most iconic landmarks. Standing at 16 meters tall, this wooden tower has a history that dates back over 400 years. Originally built during the early Edo period, it has been reconstructed several times due to fires, with the current structure dating from the late 19th century. The tower houses a bell that rings four times a day (6 AM, 12 PM, 3 PM, and 6 PM), echoing through the streets and serving as a reminder of Kawagoe's rich historical past. This traditional method of telling time adds to the nostalgic atmosphere of the city, making it a must-visit spot for anyone exploring Kawagoe. The Toki-no-Kane not only symbolizes the city's cultural heritage but also connects the present with the bygone days of Edo.
Kawagoe Festival Museum
This museum showcases the splendid floats and the history of the Kawagoe Festival. Exhibits include actual festival floats and costumes, offering a vivid sense of the festival's lively atmosphere.
Kashiya Yokocho
A street filled with shops that have been selling traditional Japanese sweets since the Showa era about 50 years ago. It is a delightful place where both children and adults can enjoy nostalgic treats and traditional confections.
Hikawa Shrine
Famous for its splendid wooden architecture, Hikawa Shrine is a historical landmark in Kawagoe. It is cherished as a shrine for blessings in matchmaking and family harmony.
Kawagoe Castle Honmaru Goten
Located in the heart of Kawagoe Castle, the Honmaru Goten is a rare place where visitors can experience samurai life. It is preserved in its original Edo-period architectural style, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts.
Kawagoe
Go back to Tokyo.
Your Hotel
End of the tour.
Ending Point
Your Hotel
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
1. Guide fee
2. Hotel pick-up
* Hotel pick-up is included if your hotel is located near a station on JR Yamanote Line or inside the circle of JR Yamanote Line. If the extra transportation fee is necessary for hotel pick-up, I will let you know.
1. Transportation fee (you and your guide): About 2,000 yen/adult
2. Admission fee (you and your guide): About 1000 yen/adult (Kawagoe Festival Museum, Kawagoe Castle)
3. Lunch (you and your guide)
4. Beverages (beer, juice, etc.)
Tour Important Information
(1) We will stay in Kawagoe about 5 hours. You can choose, add, or delete places you would like to visit in advance or on the day.
(2) This tour is also available for groups of 6 or more. Please inquire about guide fees for groups of 6 or more.
Important message from the supplier
The minimum duration for all tours is 4 hours.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Hiroshi S.
Hello, I'm Hiroshi.
I am a National Government Licensed Tour Guide Interpreter in English. I received a master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in the U.S.
I have lived in a city of Fujisawa, which is a city next to Kamakura, for more than 20 years, and also used to live in Kamakura for more than 10 years. So far, I have visited almost all the temples and shrines in Kamakura. I am sure I can offer you a pleasant trip to the historical city!
In addition to Kamakura, I can also guide you around Tokyo, Yokohama, Hakone, Nikko, etc. because I have visited many places in Kanto area. For example, in Tokyo I can show you around many sightseeing spots, such as Asakusa, Tsukiji, Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Skytree, etc.
I like baseball and used to play baseball, but now enjoy watching professional baseball games. And I like watching Rakugo, Japanese traditional story-telling performance.
Of course, I also like travelling very much, and am interested in Japanese culture and history. So I would like to show you Japanese tradition and culture.
Let’s enjoy a trip in Japan together.
I am looking forward to seeing you soon.
Reviews
John G.
“Fantastic Day Tour in Tokyo”
What a wonderful trip we had with Hiroshi. It was so we'll organised and planned to perfection to include everything we asked for on our itinerary. Hiroshi was punctual, very informative, thoughtful and so helpful with all our travelling and ticketing on the subways, monorail and river cruise. We had the best time and could never have done everything we did without him. Thank you Hiroshi.
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Hiroshi S.
Thank you for taking your time to write a review. This time, we visited many tourist spots in Tokyo, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Shibuya, Yanaka, and Asakusa. From the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building observation deck, we could see the Tokyo Skytree and other landmarks. I think you also found the old shopping streets of Yanaka interesting. From a boat on the Sumida River, we were able to see a different view of Tokyo. I hope you enjoyed the one-day tour. There are still many more sights to see in Tokyo, so please contact me if you have the opportunity to come to Japan again. I'd be happy to show you a different side of Tokyo.
Denis H.
“An interesting and useful sightseeing tour”
We used Hiroshi’s services for a 4.5-hour personalized tour of Tokyo, conducted in English. Our goal was to learn how to navigate Tokyo’s public transport system independently, and he prepared an itinerary with that in mind. We thoroughly enjoyed the places he suggested; he was flexible and attentive to our requests, making adjustments to the program as needed. We are very satisfied with his services and highly recommend him.
Hiroshi S.
I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the half-day tour of Tokyo. One of the goals of this tour was for you to become familiar with Tokyo's transportation system. I hope you learned how to ride the JR and subway lines, how to transfer, and how to use Suica. I also explained about Japanese life, history, culture, and customs. I believe you are now able to enjoy Japan—including Tokyo—on your own. Japan has many cultures and customs that are different from those of the West. I look forward to the day when we can enjoy Japan together again.
Susan G.
“Lovely way to begin our visit to Japan”
Hiroshi guided our group from hotel to two beautiful gardens in Japan. It was so lovely and peaceful. He clearly explained a bit of the history of each of the gardens and gave us time to explore on our own. He helped make our first day in this very busy, bustling city of Tokyo a breath of fresh air and quiet contemplation. Thank you Hiroshi.
Hiroshi S.
Thank you for taking your time to write a review. I also enjoyed spending time with your group in the beautiful gardens. Even though you were a group of over 10 people, getting on and off the subway was smooth, and we had no problems getting around at all. Both Rikugien and Koishikawa Korakuen are representative parks of the Edo period. Tokyo has many other beautiful gardens, such as Hamarikyu Gardens and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. When you come to Japan again, let’s enjoy these wonderful views together while learning about Japanese history, culture, and customs.
$252/ per group
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