Saitama
English
7 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 5 people

Kawagoe Little Edo Private Tour

Highlights

Kawagoe, called Little Edo, was a merchant town that is now home to a wealth of architecture and designs. One of the symbolic structures in Kawagoe is the tall Clock Bell Tower (Toki-no Kane) that dates back over 400 years. We will enjoy strolling around the town steeped in the tradition of Edo, such as fire proof Storehouses that are still beautifully preserved in the town center

Masaharu N.

4.74 / 5
(66 reviews)

Meeting Point

At Kawagoe station

10:00 AM

JR or Tobu Railway Kawagoe station

10:20 AM

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

11:10 AM

Kawagoe Castle

12:10 PM

Kawagoe Kitain Temple

01:10 PM

Lunch at the traditional Japanese restaurant near Kawagoe Kitain Temple

03:00 PM

Kawagoe Kura-no-Machi Hi Street and Candy Street

05:00 PM

See you off at Kawagoe station

Ending Point

At Kawagoe station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, pick up at Kawagoe station

What‘s not included

lunch fee, local transportation fee such as bus or taxi

Important Information

The Edo period, when samurai governed the country, enjoyed a long time peace over 260 years until late 19th century.

Kawagoe, called Little Edo, was a merchant town that is now home to a wealth of architecture and designs. One of the symbolic structures in Kawagoe is the tall Clock Bell Tower (Toki-no Kane) that dates back over 400 years. You will enjoy strolling around the town steeped in the tradition of Edo, such as fire proof Storehouses that are still beautifully preserved in the town center.

Other attractions are Kawagoe Castle which has remained for a long time since late in the Edo period, and historical temples and shrines including Kita-in Temple that was originated in 830. The third Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu was born there. There is also a prestigious Hikawa Shrine.

You can surely enhance deep insights into the old history and culture of Kawagoe.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Reviews

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Jonathan H.

5 / 5
Aug 19, 2023

Great tour with a great guide!

Masaharu was a top notch tour guide for our day together in Tokyo. He knew the best spots and background of each site, including Tsukiji, Asakusa and much more. Our day was extremely hot and humid and he was very accommodating for our group, giving us time to rest and cool off when needed while still getting us to and from our multiple stops. You can't find a better guide. Thank you Masa!

Masaharu N.

Dear Jonathan, Thank you for your nice review and heart-warming words. It was my great pleasure sharing such a lovely time with you and your wonderful family around Tokyo. I also enjoyed learning a lot about your amazing way of life in US. I hope you will further have fun touring around Tokyo for the rest of days and bring good memories back home. Wishing you and your family all the best!

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Tuyet N.

5 / 5
Mar 23, 2023

Excellent Guide

Thank you so much Masa-San for 2 wonderful days in Japan! Our family of 7 had great memories to visit Hakone and Tokyo the first time. We even learn and enjoy to navigate Metro and train in Tokyo. Masa-San help us to organize the trip 2 months before our visit. He is very dedicated to make sure all of my 5 children have a good time and enjoy best food in Japan. I highly recommend Masa-San and his tour. His English is excellent. Thank you very much. Tuyet Nguyen.

Masaharu N.

Dear Tuyet-san, Thank you for your nice review. It was such a wonderful time sharing with your lovely family for two days around Hakone and Tokyo. I also enjoyed learning a lot about your family history and culture. I am looking forward to seeing you again in the near future. Wishing your family all the best! Masaharu

M

Moshe W.

5 / 5
Feb 5, 2023

one day city tour

I had one day in Tokyo, and best thing I did was to hire Masa to take me around. Don't bother to try to do this by yourself.

Masaharu N.

Hi Moshe-san, Thank you for your warm words and a nice review. It was my great pleasure helping you enjoy touring around Tokyo. Wishing you all the best! Masaharu

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Abbey G.

5 / 5
Jan 7, 2020

Amazing experience!

Fantastic day with Masaharu. He was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about Hakone and everything we were seeing. We had such a great day and learned a lot about the area and Japanese culture. He was also very helpful in accommodating dietary requests.

Masaharu N.

Dear Abbey, Thank you for your nice review and warm message. It was my great pleasure sharing wonderful time with you and your friend around Hakone and also learning a lot about your local topics in Melbourne. Please further enjoy your journey around various spots in Japan. Wishing you all the best! Masaharu

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