Find something new to do near Tokyo – discover Kawagoe, also known as “Little Edo.”
Just about 90 minutes away from central Tokyo by private car, Kawagoe offers a nostalgic glimpse into the Edo period with its historic streets, shrines, and retro shopping alleys. This 1-day tour combines culture, tradition, food, and shopping – perfect for first-time visitors who want to see more than the big city.
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no hotel inclusion
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Local Japanese English Speaking Guide
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Private Transfers
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Price starts from $850 / group (~8pax)
Overview
⏱ Starts 9AM ~ ⧗ ８Hours ? Availability ? English ? Pick up
Where to meet
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (from Tokyo)
Schedule
Sample Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
09:00 – Pick-up from hotel in central Tokyo
09:00–10:30 – Drive to Kawagoe (approx. 90 min)
10:30–11:15 – Visit Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
11:15–12:15 – Explore Kurazukuri Street & Toki no Kane
12:15–13:00 – Lunch featuring Kawagoe’s local specialties (unagi, soba, sweet potato dishes, or traditional Japanese cuisine)
13:00–13:45 – Stroll through Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley)
13:45–14:15 – Drive to Mitsui Outlet Park Iruma (approx. 30 min)
14:15–15:30 – Shopping at the outlet mall
15:30–17:00 – Return to Tokyo & drop-off at hotel
? Highlights
Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine – Famous as a “power spot” for love and good fortune. Seasonal highlights include the Summer Wind Chime Festival, Autumn foliage, and traditional omamori (charms).
Kurazukuri Street & Toki no Kane – Stroll down a street lined with Edo-style warehouses and see Kawagoe’s iconic “Bell of Time,” which still rings four times a day.
Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley) – A retro street filled with candy shops and handmade sweets, great for strolling, snacking, and souvenir shopping.
Mitsui Outlet Park Iruma – End the day with some shopping at a large outlet mall featuring both Japanese and international brands.
