1 Hour from Tokyo | A Trip to Kawagoe, Japan’s Edo-Era Village

1 Hour from Tokyo | A Trip to Kawagoe, Japan’s Edo-Era Village

Is Kawagoe Worth Visiting?
✅ YES! Kawagoe is one of Japan’s best Edo-period cities.

📍 Kawagoe: Tokyo’s Best Edo-Period Town | A Step Back in Time 🇯🇵
Just one hour from Tokyo, Kawagoe—often called “Little Edo”—is one of Japan’s best-preserved Edo-era towns, filled with traditional architecture, historic streets, and cultural treasures. If you’re looking for a hidden gem near Tokyo where you can experience old Japan, Kawagoe is the perfect day trip destination! You only need 1 Day to visit Kawagoe, but if you need to stay overnight, I’m sure you will enjoy the morning.

Why Visit Kawagoe?
✅ Kurazukuri Street – Walk through beautiful Edo-period warehouse buildings
✅ Toki no Kane (Time Bell Tower) – The symbol of Kawagoe, ringing since the Edo era
✅ Kawagoe Kumano Shrine – A spiritual site with unique stone walking paths for good luck
✅ Kita-in Temple – A historic temple featuring original Edo Castle structures
✅ Candy Alley (Kashiya Yokocho) – A nostalgic shopping street filled with traditional Japanese sweets

Best Things to Do in Kawagoe
🏯 Explore Edo-Period Streets – Admire old merchant houses, wooden buildings, and traditional storefronts
🍡 Try Kawagoe’s Famous Sweet Potato Snacks – A local specialty found in ice cream, pastries, and desserts
⛩️ Visit Kawagoe Kumano Shrine – Walk barefoot on sacred stone paths for health and prosperity
🎭 Enjoy Local Festivals & Performances – Experience traditional music, food, and celebrations
🍵 Taste Matcha & Traditional Sweets – Visit tea houses and dessert shops for authentic Japanese flavors

How to Get to Kawagoe from Tokyo
🚆 Tobu Tojo Line from Ikebukuro (30 min) 🚆 JR Saikyo Line from Shinjuku (50 min)
🚆 Seibu Shinjuku Line from Seibu Shinjuku (50 min)

🎬Itinerary
00:00 – Start Here – Kawagoe, Japan’s Edo-Era Town
00:28 – Walking on the Streets
00:49 – Premium Custard Pastries
01:11 – Exploring Shops & Filming
01:52 – Kawagoe Kumano Shrine: Walking on Stones
02:00 – Exploring Inside the Shrine
02:26 – Washing Money for Financial Luck
02:42 – Praying at the Shrine
02:54 – Birds with Fortune Slips
03:07 – Traditional Japanese Performance
06:19 – Walking Inside the Shrine
07:51 – Back on the Edo-Period Streets
08:28 – Potato Festival
09:18 – Exploring the Streets
09:38 – Trying Local Sweets
10:07 – Edo-Style Architecture
11:00 – A Dog Wearing Sunglasses!
11:18 – Strolling Through Edo-Style Streets & Shops
13:00 – Freshly Made Donuts
13:34 – Kawagoe’s Bell of Time
14:00 – Eight Glanta: Handmade Rings & Jewelry
15:43 – Walking Toward Kawagoe Kita-in Temple
17:39 – Kawagoe Kita-in Temple
20:29 – Back on the Charming Edo Streets
21:47 – CO-EDO Loop Bus
22:03 – Ice Cream with Chocolate Coating
22:30 – Evening Walk Back to the Station
23:26 – Outro

🌏 If you love exploring hidden gems in Japan, Edo-period history, and traditional food, Kawagoe is a must-visit!

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