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Tour to explore the Edo streets of Kawagoe in kimono or yukata

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5 Hours Mobile ticket Offered in: English
Overview

Kawagoe is about an hour away from Tokyo.
Kawagoe developed as a very important place in the Edo period (1603-1867), and it is still a tourist destination where the cityscape still remains.
There are 13 famous shrines, historical buildings, and streets.
It is a fun place just to walk around, but why not take a walk in Kawagoe while listening to the historical background of this place?

Also, your excitement will never end as you play in the big arcades, which are rarely found in Tokyo.

We will even pick you up from your hotel in Tokyo and take you there, so it will be a comfortable day trip.

You can also wear a Japanese kimono and explore the city.
We can accommodate sudden schedule changes, so please come and enjoy Kawagoe with us.

What's Included
  1. Bottled water
  2. Air-conditioned vehicle
  3. Kimono or yukata (yukata will be used during hot weather)
  1. Tips
  2. Money to play in the arcade
  3. Cost of renting a high grade obi and wig (300 yen will be required for the obi)
  4. Cost of insurance for kimono (330 yen)
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

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The cars vary from time to time, but there should be a purple-haired driver standing by the car. That person is your guide, so look for him by his hair color.

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Here you will change into a kimono. They will choose a kimono that fits you and dress you beautifully. If you wish, you can add a cute obi and other accessories as an option.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kawagoe Kumano Shrine

On the side of the cobblestone street, one can see a mysterious approach with pebbles paved at both ends. It is the “Footstep Health Road” of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine. It is an interesting place of interest where visitors can walk barefoot to stimulate pressure points on the soles of their feet and pray for good health. It is said that the shrine was originally invoked from Kumano in Kishu by Zen'ei Bun'o, the second generation priest of Renkakuji Temple, in 1590, and is well known as a god of good luck, matchmaking, and protection from bad luck. Since it is a matchmaker, it is a particularly good spot for those seeking new and wonderful encounters.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street

As you exit the east exit of Kawagoe, you can still see the streets of the Edo period. Here, you can first get a taste of Japanese culture.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

This is where you can buy traditional Japanese sweets. Take a break here and enjoy some delicious Japanese sweets.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Toki no Kane

It has been a symbol of Koedo Kawagoe since the early Edo period when it was built, and has been telling the “time” that is indispensable for daily life. The current bell tower was rebuilt the year after the Great Kawagoe Fire of 1893. It is a three-story structure, approximately 16 meters high. In 1996, the bell was selected as one of the “100 Soundscapes of Japan to Preserve” by the Environment Agency. Let's take a commemorative photo here!

20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kawagoejyo Honmaru Palace

Kawagoe is a “Little Edo” where old streets still remain. The streets are lined with storehouses and merchant houses, delighting visitors. Kawagoe Castle is indispensable to the history of Kawagoe, and was selected as one of the 100 best castles in Japan in 2006. The oldest record of the “Honmaru Goten” of Kawagoe Castle is the depiction in the “Edo Zu Byobu” in the collection of the National Museum of Japanese History. Kawagoe Castle was built by Ota Dokan, a master castle builder. The remains of the castle, such as Mihono Shrine, which was worshipped by the lord of the castle and its residents, the wells of the Seven Wonders of Kawagoe Castle, and the Nakanomon moat, are all still visible today as reminders of a bygone era. The Honmaru Palace is the only one of its kind remaining in eastern Japan, and the only one of its kind in Japan. The presence of the Honmaru Goten cannot be overlooked, not only in the history of Kawagoe, but also in the history of castles in Japan.

40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

This is a retro toy store in Kawagoe. If you like retro toys, you may find what you want here.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

It is one of the largest shrines in Kawagoe. It is also a place where many gods are enshrined. Here is an explanation of Japanese shrines. Please come and understand Japanese culture.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Japanese arcade. Here you can also get a taste of Japanese anime culture. If you are good, you can win a lot of figures here.

1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info
  1. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  2. Public transportation options are available nearby
  1. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operated by OTAKU TOUR in AKIHABARA

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  1. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
  2. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  3. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  4. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  5. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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