Ways to enjoy in Koedo Kawagoe Highlights of Koedo Kawagoe ... · Dec. 28th – Jan. 4th Mondays (the day after if a holiday) *excluding the day after the Kawagoe Festival Every 4th

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A town with the traditional feel of Edo Tokyo

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Kawagoe enjoyed political and military importance during the Edo period as it offered northern protection for Edo Castle. Today people can enjoy the vestiges of this era still visible in Kawagoe’s elegant streets, old-time sweets shops and the town bell that sounds the hour. Stroll the streets of Koedo (Little Edo) and enjoy a time slip trip back to the Edo period.

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sweets

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Short trip from TokyoKawagoe is easily reached from central Tokyo, taking about 50 min. from Shinjuku on the JR Saikyo Line or from Shibuya on the Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, and about 30 min. from Ikebukuro on the Tobu Tojo Line. A direct train from Yokohama takes 78 min.

Edo period ambience not found in TokyoKawagoe’s distinctive architecture evolved during the Meiji era, when fire-resistant kura (storehouses) were built for merchant families. The scenic charm of old Edo has disappeared from Tokyo but remains abundant in Kawagoe, where traditional architecture can be enjoyed along Ichibangai Street, designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings.

Enjoy experiences unique to KawagoeA kimono shop in Kawagoe offers kimono rentals (including fitting assistance), a fun way to remember your tr ip and the atmosphere of Koedo. After changing into a kimono, you can take a strol l around the Kurazukuri Zone (old storehouse zone) and Kashiya Yokocho (Penny Candy Lane).

Eat local specialties that have evolved from Kawagoe’s close relationship with Edo, the ancient name for Tokyo ■ Sweet potato: The flavorful sweet potatoes grown in Kawagoe have enjoyed a famed reputation since the Edo period.

■ Eel: Grilled eel made in the traditional way dating back to the Edo period is another famous delicacy.

■ Penny candy: Many Japanese sweets shops still make their confections using traditional methods.

Expand your knowledge of Koedo KawagoeA n u m b e r o f m u s e u m s o f f e r enjoyable ways to learn about Kawagoe’s history and folklore. ■ Kawagoe City Museum■ Kawagoe Festival Museum■ Kurazukuri Museum■ Kawagoe City Art Museum

Participate in traditional and seasonal eventsEvery October, colorful festival floats parade through the Kurazukuri Zone (old storehouse zone) during the Kawagoe Festival. Materials, photographs and the actual floats used in this traditional festival

are on display at the Kawagoe Fes t i va l Museum. Many other seasonal events and festivals are also held i n K a w a g o e throughout the year.

Kawagoe Festival A tour of museums

GourmetExperience wearing a kimono (traditional Japanese garment)

Traffic Rules & Safety■ Please obey traffic signals and street signs.■ Cross streets where there are crosswalks and traffic signals.■ Do not run out into the street.■ When crossing the street, pay attention to moving cars and your surrounding.

Strolling the town streets

Tourist facilities information

Traffic Guidance in Kawagoe

Hotels ／ Ryokan Information

Kawagoe City Museum

Koedo Kurari

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Kawagoe City Art Museum

Kawagoe Festival Museum

Kurazukuri Museum

HONMARU GOTEN of Kawagoe Castle

Kita-in Temple

049-222-5399

049-222-5399

049-222-0859

2 chome, 30-1 Kuruwa-machi


1 chome, 20-1Kosenba-cho

2 chome, 1-10 Moto-machi

7-9 Saiwai-cho

1 chome, 10-1 Shintomi-cho

None Entry is free —

049-228-8080

049-225-2727

049-225-4287

049-228-0855


9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (entry until 4:30 p.m.)

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.(entry until 4:30 p.m.)



Meiji Storehouse 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Taisho Storehouse 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Showa Storehouse 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Mar.1st – Nov.23th

weekdays 8:50 a.m. to 16:30 p.m.weekends 8:50 a.m. to 16:50 p.m. Apr. – Sept. Nov.24th – The last day of Feb.weekdays 8:50 a.m. to 16:00 p.m.weekends 8:50 a.m. to 16:20 p.m. Apr. – Sept.

9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (entry until 6:00 p.m.) Apr. – Sept. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (entry until 5:00 p.m.) Oct. – Mar.

Mondays (the day after if a holiday) *excluding the day after the Kawagoe FestivalEvery 4th Fri. (excluding holidays)Dec. 28th – Jan. 4th

Mondays (the day after if a holiday) *excluding the day after the Kawagoe FestivalDec. 28th – Jan. 4th



Dec.25th–Jan.8th　Feb.2nd&3rd Apr.2nd–5th Aug.16th

Every 2nd and 4th Wed. (the day after if a holiday)Dec. 29th – Jan. 1st

Admission feesAdmission fees per person for groups is in ( )Name Location Entrance hours Days closedTelephone

numberNumber of people

for group admission fees

Map

General ¥200 (¥160)High school/college students ¥100 (¥80)Free for middle school students and younger


General ¥400 (¥350)Elementary/middle school students ¥200 (¥150)

General ¥300 (¥240)Elementary/middle school students ¥100 (¥80)

Permanent exhibits, general ¥200 (¥160)High school/college students ¥100 (¥80)Free for middle school students and younger(additional fee for special exhibits)


20 or more people

20 or more people

20 or more people

20 or more people

20 or more people

20 or more people

Industry andTourism Center

weekdays 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.( )

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1 chome,1-11 Moto-machiMatsumuraya Ryokan

Wakatake Ryokan 2 chome,21-3Nakahara-machi

Kawagoe Tobu Hotel 29-1 Wakita-machi

7-34 Sugawara-machi

1 chome, 22 Shintomi-cho

1 chome, 9-1 Shintomi-cho

667-2 Isanuma

Kawagoe Dai-Ichi Hotel

Kawagoe Prince Hotel

Hotel Sanko

ESPOIR Isanuma

049-222-0107

049-222-1664

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049-226-3711

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Co-Edo Loop Bus (departs from No. 6 stop, West exit of Kawagoe Station)This popular retro-style bus fits right in with Kawagoe’s historic streets and makes a loop around the main sightseeing spots. Departing from the West exit of Kawagoe Station, stops include Honkawagoe Station, Kita-in Temple, Honmaru Goten of Kawagoe Castle, Hikawa Shrine, Kura no machi (Old Town), Kashiya Yokocho (Penny Candy Lane) and Kawagoe-shi Station. There are two routes, one that runs in the direction of Kita-in Temple and one that runs in the direction of Kura no machi.

■Eagle Bus (Group)　TEL.049-226-0111 *TEL (Sat./Sun./holidays): 049-233-3711

Koedo Sightseeing Bus (departs from No. 3 stop, East exit of Kawagoe Station)

Unlimited ride ticket: 300 yen.Also good all day on Tobu buses within the designated zone (downtown area).

■Tobu Bus West Kawagoe sales office TEL: 049-222-0671

Company

Asahi Jidosha

Kawagoe Kotsu

Kawajo Sanwa

Sankyo Kotsu

Seibu Hire Kawagoe

Company

Tojo Hire

Nerima Taxi

Hatsukari Kotsu

Fujimi Hire

TEL

0120-66-2564

049-225-3811

049-222-3333

049-245-3903

049-244-8180

TEL

049-242-9333

049-243-3405

049-222-2511

049-231-3078

Taxi information

Bicycle rental informationA bicycle rental shop offers rentals for people to enjoy the sights of Kawagoe by bicycle. Please watch out for vehicles, other bicycles and pedestrians when cycling in town.

Name

Cycle Center Shimo

Address

1-22-1 Nakahara-machi

TEL

049-222-3737

Hours of operation

10:00～19:00

Closed

Every Wednesday, 2nd Thursday of the month

*Please inquire directly about rental fees.

*November 2012–August 2014Museums may be subject to unscheduled closures due to construction to preserve cultural assets. Please confirm museum schedules in advance.

Kurazukuri Zone

蔵のまち一番街 Kura no machi (Old Town) Ichibangai Street MAP C-3 蔵造り資料館Kurazukuri Museum　 MAP C-3

菓子屋横丁 Kashiya Yokocho (Penny Candy Lane)　MAP C-2

時の鐘川越まつり会館 Kawagoe Festival Museum MAP C-2

大沢家住宅 Osawa House MAP C-2

埼玉りそな銀行 Saitama Resona Bank MAP D-3

川越まつり Kawagoe Festival 3rd Sat./Sun. of Oct.

Japanese homes once had strong buildings called "Kura" for on-property storage of household tools. Since these buildings were very �re-resistant, they developed into residential buildings and stores in Kawagoe. This zone is a culturally signi�cant area where the atmosphere of a town 100 years ago can be experienced.

A building where a bell has been rung to announce the time since the early Edo Period. The current tower is the fourth version after the tower was re-built immediately after the Great Fire of Kawagoe (1893). Its towering presence over the kurazukur i (storehouse) town has become a symbol of Little Edo, Kawagoe.

The bell is rung four times daily (6:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.), and its sound has been selected as one of “100 S o u n d s c a p e s o f J a p a n : Preserving Our Heritage” by the Ministry of the Environment.

You can enjoy a leisurely tour around the streets of Kawagoe while being pulled in a two-wheeled rickshaw, or jinrikisha, built during the Meiji era.

The house of the tobacco wholesale dealer Bunzo Koyama was turned into this museum. Here, you can see the construction of a kurazukuri (old storehouse) and explore inside the site. The black plaster finish of the storehouse provides a enriching view of beautiful architecture.

This museum displays various materials, photographs, and actual floats used for the Kawagoe Festival, a festival with more than 360 years of history. You can experience the liveliness and exciting atmosphere of the festival through video and audio.

Huge, elaborate figures on top of majestic floats are paraded throughout the Kurazukuri Zone (old storehouse zone). The floats coming close, facing each other, then competing as a Japanese orchestra (flute, taiko drum, gong, dancing) is a must-see event, especially the exciting climax in the evening.

Kashiya Yokocho consists of traditional sweet shops, hard candy shops, and senbei (rice cracker) shops along a narrow street nearly 80 mete rs long . Hard candy, fugashi (wheat gluten sweets), senbei, dango (skewered rice flour dumplings) and other inexpensive, traditional swee ts we l l - known t o t h e Japanese can be bought. While you are trying the sweets, enjoy a stroll along a street with many old shops.

B u i l t b y a w e a l t h y k im o n o merchant in 1792 in the middle of the Edo period, this is the oldest s to rehouse in Kawagoe. I t survived a major fire during the Meiji era, after which Kawagoe’s merchants banded together to build storehouses. Folk crafts can be purchased on the first floor.

This Western-style building with a green copper dome roof was constructed in 1918 during the Taisho era. Its white walls stand out in contrast to the black walls lining the street, and the many long vertical windows create an air of opulence. The building still serves as a bank today and is a registered tangible cultural property.

Kawagoe Castle

Central Zone Kita-in Temple

川越商工会議所小江戸蔵里

成田山川越別院 Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin Temple MAP E-4

蓮馨寺喜多院 Kita-in Temple　MAP E-4

川越市立美術館 Kawagoe City Art Museum MAP F-2

川越氷川神社

川越城本丸御殿HONMARU GOTEN of Kawagoe Castle MAP F-2

川越市立博物館Kawagoe City Museum MAP F-2

大正浪漫夢通り

This temple has ties to the Tokugawa Shogunate and enshrines the monk Donryu. Many people come here to pray for the safety of their family, safe childbirth and child rearing. A statue of Obinzuru-sama is also enshrined here and is said to have the power to cure the illnesses of people who touch it.

Built in the Edo period, this shrine has been cherished by the people of Kawagoe as their guardian since ancient times. Elaborate carvings called Edo-bori and the 15-meter torii gate make it worth a visit. The shrine is also popular among people praying for marriage.

EelEach shop uses its own secret sauce aged over t ime and passed down through the generations. En joy th is t rad i t iona l delicacy.

Enjoying the tastes of Little Edo while gazing at the scenic architecture of Koedo Kawagoe is another pleasure. Here are some of the tasty treats you can try while strolling around Kawagoe.

Sweet potato cuisineKawagoe’s famed tasty sweet potatoes can be enjoyed not only in sweets, but also in sweet potato kaiseki (traditional Japanese full-course meal) and sweet potato soba and udon noodles.

Yakisoba with thick noodlesEach restaurant has its own s t y le o f y ak i soba w i th different flavors of sauce and thickness of noodles. Yakisoba has been a beloved dish since the Showa era.

Sweet potato sweetsSweet potatoes are baked or steamed to make a simple dish, but they are also made into a diverse var ie ty of de l ic ious sweets us ing various preparation methods.

Kizake (raw sake)Many famous brands of sake, including junmai (pure sake brewed only from rice) and junmai daiginjo (premium pure sake made using traditional, labor-intensive methods) varieties, are made in Kawagoe. Enjoy the flavor of traditional Japanese rice wine.

Penny candySample the inexpensive sweets and snacks in unique flavors and shapes. With the extensive selection, you are sure to find something new among the old-time sweets.

Erected in 1927 at the beginning of the Showa era as the Kawagoe branch of Bushu Bank, this elegant and stately building is reminiscent of an ancient Greek temple. It is registered as a tangible cultural property.

A sake brewery founded in 1875 at the beginning of the Meiji era was renovated to create this popular commercial complex. Four brewery buildings make up the complex and offer dining and shopping attractions.

Lined with distinctive shops, this street evokes the feel of the Taisho era. TV shows and movies often �lm on this street seeking to capture the romantic charm of the era.

Founded by the monk Ennin dur ing the Heian per iod, Kita-in Temple has ties to the Tokugawa Shogunate. During the Edo period, a drawing room and reception hall were moved from the Edo Castle grounds to the temple. On January 3, the �rst Darumaichi (Good-luck Market) of the year is held along with Buddhist �re rites to pray for good luck, protection from misfortune, family safety and traf�c safety.

Kawagoe was considered by the Tokugawa Shogunate to be an important place for protecting the northern region. The Shogun therefore dispatched his trusted chief vassal to Kawagoe Castle for greater protection. The primary hall section of the castle remains to the present day, and you can catch a glimpse of the work performed.

Many materials on the history and traditions of Kawagoe are on display at the Kawagoe City Museum, located on the former site of Kawagoe Castle. The video displays at each exhibit allow for fun learning experiences.

An art museum that displays works by artists with ties to Kawagoe. The museum building exterior is also very reminiscent of Kawagoe since it resembles a kurazukuri (old storehouse).

An antique market is held on the 28th of every month at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin Temple. Here many people come to �nd clothes, tableware, books, old coins, and other antique items. Since many items from daily necessities to valuables are sold, it is a popular event for �nding bargains and rare items.

“Iemitsu Tanjo-no-ma”&“Gohyaku rakan”The birthplace of the third generation Shogun, the "Iemitsu Tanjo-no-ma" room was therefore moved here from Edo Castle. The Gohyaku Rakan (500 Disciples of Buddha) with a collection of 538 total stone Buddha statues is also popular with tourists.

Shrine etiquetteFirst stop at the pavilion with the washbasin to purify the mind and body and tidy your appearance. (1) Using the ladle to scoop water, rinse your hands

starting with the left hand and then the right.(2) Pour some water into your left hand and use it

to rinse out your mouth.(3) Rinse your left hand again and tip the ladle

upright so that the remaining water runs down and rinses the ladle’s handle.

*Please do not place the ladle to your mouth.

When you reach the main sanctuary, put a money offering in the offering box and pray. (1) Bow twice, then clap your hands together two

times in front of your chest.(2) Say a silent prayer and then bow one more time

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Enjoy Japanfrom modern

times to theEdo period Take a walk

around

historical sites

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MAP D-3Toki no kane (Time Bell Tower)

Penny candy

Enjoy sampling traditional and

inexpensive Japanese sweets and snacks.

Dango (skewered rice flour

dumplings)Grilled dango topped with a sweetened soy sauce

glaze are a popular specialty.

Fugashi (wheat gluten snacks)

Share a giant black-sugar

fugashi snack measuring 95 cm.

Renkei-ji TempleMAP C-4

Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineMAP E-1

Kawagoe Chamber of Commerce and IndustryMAP D-3

Koedo KurariMAP D-5

Taisho-roman StreetMAP D-4

English英語

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ShinjukuSta.

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ShibuyaSta.

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HanedaAirport

Terminal 1

AirportLimousine

Airport Limousine

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Approx. 120 min.

Narita AirportTerminal 2

Narita AirportTerminal 1

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West Exit

HonkawagoeSta.

OmiyaSta.

ShinagawaSta.

Wako-shiSta.

YokohamaSta.

Motomachi-Chukagai Sta.

Ikebukuro Sta.

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Published by: Koedo Kawagoe Tourist AssociationInquiries: Kawagoe City Tourist Information Office tel: 049-222-5556

http://www.koedo.or.jp/foreign/english/index.htmlPublished: March 2013Revision: September 2013

■ By train

■ By bus

TakadanobabaSta.

Minam

i-otsukaSta.

JR Saikyo LineJR Kawagoe Line

( Approx. 20 min. ) ( Approx. 30 min. by Rapid )

Tobu Tojo Line

Tobu Tojo Line

Approx. 26 min. by Express

Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line

Keikyu Airport Line

JR Yamanote Line(clockwise)Tobu Tojo Line

Approx.20minApprox.25minApprox.30minby Express

Approx. 15 min. walkApprox. 10 min. walk

Seibu Shinjuku Line

Approx. 45 min. by Ltd. Exp. KoedoApprox. 60 min. by Express

*Direct operation available to Kawagoe Sta. : Approx. 50 min.

*Direct operation available to Kawagoe Sta.

JR Yamanote LineIkebukuro

Tokorozawa

KokubunjiNishi-kokubunji

Higashi-murayama Takadanobaba

Shinjuku

Seibu ShinjukuSeibu Shinjuku

Shibuya

Ebisu

Haneda Airport International Terminal

Hamamatsucho

WakoshiAsakadaiKita-asaka

Yurakucho Maihama

Nagatacho

Ueno

Tokyo

Osiage(SKYTREE)

JR Keiyo Line

Tokyo Monorail

Rinkai Line

Minatomirai Line

Nippori

Tabata

Akabane

Minami-urawaMusashi-urawa

HonkawagoeKawagoe-shi

KasumigasekiKasumigaseki

KawagoeShingashiShingashi

Minami-furuya

Minami-otsukaMinami-otsuka

Shin-Kiba

Tennozu-isle

Osaki

Yokohama

Motomachi-Chukagai

Tokyu Toyoko Line

Omiya

Oimachi

Shinagawa

Narita Sky ACCESS

JR Keihin

Tohoku Line

JR Kawagoe Line

Tokyo Metro Yurakucho LineTokyo Metro Fukutoshin LineTokyo Metro Yurakucho LineTokyo Metro Fukutoshin LineTokyo Metro Yurakucho Line

Tokyo Metro

Yurakucho Line

Tobu Tojo LineTobu Tojo Line

Seibu Shinjuku Line

Seibu Shinjuku Line

Seibu Ikebukuro Line

JR Chuo Line

SeibuKokubunji Line

Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line

Tokyo MetroFukutoshin LineTokyo MetroFukutoshin Line

Tokyo MetroHanzomon Line

JR Saikyo Line NaritaInternational

Airport

Keikyu Airport Line

Haneda Airport International Terminal

☆Tokyo　DisneyResort

TokyoSkyTree☆

Railway Access

JR Musashino Line

Tokyu Toyoko Line

Minatomirai Line

Approx. 50 min.

Approx. 75 min.Approx. 86 min.

Recommended experiences in Kawagoe Shopping selections

Befitting its historical heritage, Koedo Kawagoe offers a range of traditional and cultural Japanese experiences. Which aspect of Japanese culture and tradition would you like to try while taking in the ambiance of the Kurazukuri Zone (Old storehouse zone)?

I n l i ne w i t h K a w a go e ’s reputation as a city “made for wearing a kimono,” a range of events and services in Kawagoe make wearing a kimono fun for everyone. The 1 8 t h o f e v e r y m o n t h i s designated Kawagoe Kimono Day, and many shops offer special services to customers who visit wearing a kimono or yukata (summer kimono).

*Details of activities are subject to change. For more information, please contact the Kawagoe City Tourist Information Office (TEL: 049-222-5556).

Koedo Kawagoe offers a wide selection of delicious sweets and cuisine made using local specialties as well as time-honored traditional crafts. Enjoy looking for unique souvenirs to remember your visit to Kawagoe.

Enjoy a bento (box lunch) made with generous portions of fresh local ingredients in a colorful arrangement representing the season. Relax and savor the seasonal specialties carefully prepared with heartwarming hospitality to delight both the eye and the palate.

Shiki-saisai Bento

Finely pureed sweet potato is blended with generous portions of premium fresh butter and cream from Hokkaido to create a moist and r ich cake texture. The sublime sweet-potato flavor will melt in your mouth.

Sweet Potato Beniaka-kun

Skewers of Sai no kuni Kurobuta, a renowned brand of Berkshire pork from Saitama raised on the Ono Farm, are slowly grilled to perfection. Savor the tender cuts of subtly sweet pork fat and richly flavorful meat.

Koedo Kawagoe Kurobuta Yakiton

This daifuku sweet in a kura (storehouse) shape wraps sweet potato filling and fresh whipped cream in smooth rice cake dough. Cut squares of sweet potato dipped in honey give off a slightly fruity aroma. The daifuku is made with rice flour from Niigata Prefecture and azuki beans from Hokkaido.

Sweet Potato Au Lait Daifuku

This bean-jam-filled wafer is called monaka and takes its shape from Kawagoe’s famous kura (storehouses). Since its founding in 1887, Kurazukuri has used azuki beans grown in Tokachi, Hokkaido in its carefully prepared coarse bean paste. Offering the same flavor today as in generations past, Kurazukuri Monaka Misegura is one of Kawagoe’s most famous sweets.

Finely pureed sweet potato is blended with sweetened beans into a paste, dusted with cinnamon and baked. The fragrant cinnamon accentuates the sweet potato’s hearty flavor, a simple combination that has become one of Kawagoe’s most renowned sweets.

Kurazukuri Monaka Misegura

Imo Hyakugei Poku Poku

Koedo brand products chosen by foreign-exchange

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Lunch (traditional restaurant, etc.)

Experience wearing a kimono (traditional Japanese garment)

⬇Stroll through the Kurazukuri Zone(Kawagoe Festival Museum, KashiyaYokocho [Penny Candy Lane], etc.)

⬇Finish kimono experience

Koedo Kurari(shopping/dining)


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Many traditional restaurants serve kaiseki ryori, a menu of set courses served on an individual tray, designed to delight both the eyes and the palate with the bounties of nature in each carefully prepared dish.

Vestiges of the Edo period remain very much in evidence at Kita-in Temple, which had ties to the Tokugawa Shogunate. Don't miss the chance to look around in the temple gate, the Shoromon (belfry) gate and the Jigendo Hall.

The fragrant aroma of soy-sauce flavored sembei (rice crackers) being gr i l led by hand wafts through Kashiya Yokocho.

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is believed to enshrine the god of marriage, and many people visit the shrine and write their prayers on wooden votive tablets called ema, which are then hung at the shrine.

Kurari offers an extensive selection of original products and sweets. Sweet potato sweets are also available at the café inside.

Get a taste of what it felt like to live in the Edo period by walking around the town in a kimono.

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Experience wearing a kimono (traditional Japanese garment)

Stroll through the Kurazukuri Zone

(Kawagoe Festival Museum, KashiyaYokocho [Penny Candy Lane], etc.)

Finish kimono experience

Stroll around Ichibangai Street(Toki no kane [Time Bell Tower], etc.)

Dinner(traditional restaurant, etc.)

Accommodations(Japanese inn, hotel)

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1-day recommended course to enjoy Koedo Kawagoe

Enjoy strolling through the Kurazukuri Zone (Old storehouse zone), Koedo Kawagoe’s most popular attraction, lunch at a traditional restaurant and the experience of wearing a kimono (traditional Japanese garment). Complete your trip by buying some unique Koedo Kawagoe souvenirs at Koedo Kurari.

2-day recommended plan to leisurely take in the sights of Koedo Kawagoe.

You can enjoy dinner at a traditional restaurant serving sweet potato cuisine made with Kawagoe’s famous sweet potatoes as well as spending a night at a traditional Japanese inn.

The Co-Edo Loop Bus and the Koedo Sightseeing Bus are convenient for travel within Kawagoe.

*The recommended courses were created for foreign visitors with the advice of foreign-exchange students studying at cooperating universities in Kawagoe.

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine(experience offering prayers)

Kita-in Temple

Lunch (traditional restaurant, etc.)

Koedo Kurari(shopping/dining)


Experience wearing a kimono(traditional Japanese garment)

Let your taste buds experience sake tasting at Koedo Kurari. Saitama prefecture is a hidden gem of sake production, as sake brewing thrived here along with regional development after the Tokugawa Shogunate came to power in Edo in 1603. Enjoy comparing different brands of Sa i tama-produced sake renowned for their top-class quality, taste and aroma.

Experience sake tasting

Enjoy eating in Japanese-style room at a traditional restaurant, sitting on tatami mats at a low table while savoring the delicious foods and taking in the seasonal ambiance. Many writers and artists have visited Japanese inns and restaurants in Kawagoe. Eating seasonal kaiseki ryori, a menu of set courses served on an individual tray, in a Japanese-style room imbued with historic charm while gazing at an elegant Japanese garden carefully cultivated to highlight the season of Musashino is a true Japanese experience.

Experience eating Japanese style

You can take a lesson in Japanese calligraphy, or shodo, and try your hand at writing with a brush and ink. Calligraphy is the Oriental art of expressing beauty through written characters. Grind the ink on the inkstone, dip the brush into the fragrant ink, and glide the brush along the paper as an extension of your thoughts… The art of calligraphy is an opportunity to connect body, heart and mind in focused concentration.

Experience writing Japanese calligraphy

Enjoy dining and shopping in a historic kura storehouse.

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Ways to enjoy in Koedo Kawagoe Highlights of Koedo Kawagoe ... · Dec. 28th – Jan. 4th Mondays (the day after if a holiday) *excluding the day after the Kawagoe Festival Every 4th