Private Day Trip to Kawagoe
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Excursion

Private Day Trip to Kawagoe

Ever wondered what the Edo period was like in Japan? Join us on this private day trip to Kawagoe to explore "little Edo", an ancient castle town that has preserved its historic charm.

  • 3 - 8 hours
  • 9Exceptional | 4 reviews

Ever wondered what the Edo period was like in Japan? Join us on this private day trip to Kawagoe to explore "little Edo", an ancient castle town that has preserved its historic charm. You'll be accompanied by an exclusive guide who will explain the fascinating history and show you all the cultural must-sees.

Private Day Trip to Kawagoe

After meeting your guide at the Shunjuku station, you'll board the train for Kawagoe, with a journey of just under an hour.

Upon arrival, we'll visit the Kita-in temple, an ancient Buddhist shrine built in 830 AD, featuring significant Rakan sculptures.

Next, we'll stroll through the city center, including Taisho Roman Street, which showcases life in the 1910s and 20s, with many buildings over 100 years old.

We will see the traditional black houses in the Ichiban-gai district, reflecting the Edo period. We will also visit the Toki-No-Kane bell tower, built in the 17th century.

Finally, we will explore Kashiya Yokocho, a street with stores selling traditional Japanese sweets, where you'll enjoy a local snack before concluding the tour.

Additional Options

Upon booking, you'll choose between the following options:

Standard private tourPrivate tour + 30-minute rickshaw ridePrivate tour + kimono rental

Included

  • Transport ticket to and from Kawagoe
  • English—speaking guide
  • Local snack
  • Wifi
  • Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

Tokyo, Kanto

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