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One day tour to explore Kawagoe with a knowledgeable private guide. Enjoy Nostalgic Townscape of 'little Edo', Kawagoe.
Rate: $180+$60 (necessary expenses) per group, now 50% discount of original rate $380
7 hours, up to 5 or 6 persons (negotiable)
Below is a recommended itinerary.
We can flexibly adjust it as per your requests.
Where we will Visit:
Kitain Temple | Founded back in 830 by Ennin under the order of Emperor Junna. In Edo period, the 3rd Shogun Iemitsu transfered parts of Edo castle to Kitain. Presently, Kitain is the only place where you can see the original architectual structure of Edo castle. |
Honmaru Goten of Kawagoe Castle | Honmaru Goten, meaning "the palace in the inner-most circle of defense", is the only surviving building of the former Kawagoe Castle. It used to serve as the lord's residence and offices. |
Kurazukuri no Machinami | Warehouse District ( Kurazukuri no Machinami) provides a nostalgic scene from the Edo Period (1603-1867). The word "kura" means "warehouse" in Japanese, and Kurazukuri are clay-walled warehouse-styled buildings that are constructed with an Edo architectural flavor. |
Kashiya Yokocho (candy alley) | Candy Alley (Kashiya Yokochō) is a little shopping street adjacent to the Warehouse District. It is lined by stores selling traditional Japanese sweets and cakes, which gave the alley its name. |
Hikawa Shrine | The Main Shrine and other historical buildings that pass on Edo culture were registered as designated cultural properties of Saitama Prefecture. Known for enshrining the god of married couples, it is believed to be the "God of Marriage" . |
Kimono wearing | Rent Kimono at a shop Called Vivian. If you have a 'Kawagoe Dicount Ticket' issued by Tobu Railway, you can get a discount. Make sure to get one at Tobu Ikebukuro Station on the way to Kawagoe. |
Musubi Cafe at Hikawa Shrine | Take a short break at Musubi Cafe In the tranquil environment of Hikawa Shrine. |
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