2023 edition 4 recommended spots in Kawagoe! Get the SEIBU KAWAGOE Pass!
For those who are wondering where to go when sightseeing in Tokyo! We recommend Kawagoe, which is one hour from the city center! Seibu Kawagoe Pass can be purchased at GTN Haneda Airport Garden store.
What kind of town is Kawagoe?
When you come to Tokyo for sightseeing, one of the spots you should definitely visit is Kawagoe.
The old, traditional townscape known as Little Edo is lined with modern, stylish general stores and cafes.
It is very conveniently located, taking about an hour (fastest 45 minutes) from central Tokyo on the Seibu Line, so you can easily go there and come back in half a day.
The charm of Little Edo Kawagoe is that it retains the old Japanese townscape that is hard to see in the Tokyo area, and it is a place where you can feel like you have traveled back in time to the Edo period, making it a popular destination for tourists from overseas. is also a very popular spot.
So when you go to Kawagoe, you should definitely get the Seibu Kawagoe Pass!
“SEIBU Kawagoe Pass” is now on sale at GTN Haneda store!
If you are traveling between Tokyo and Kawagoe, we definitely recommend the Seibu Kawagoe Pass, which can be used at a cheaper price than usual.
・You can purchase on the spot with no reservation required (sales hours 10:00-20:00)
・Can be used anytime within the expiration date written on the back (valid for one day only on the day you start using it)
When you arrive at Haneda Airport, the gateway to Tokyo, be sure to stop by GTN and purchase your SEIBU Pass!
Now, we will introduce four Kawagoe sightseeing spots recommended by GTN staff.
Kimonoya Sara
When you come to Kawagoe, come here first!
Rent a kimono at Kimonoya Sara and take a walk while enjoying the atmosphere of Little Edo!
We have a lot of wonderful and cute kimonos, so you can find your favorite kimono!
Wear traditional Japanese kimono here and enjoy your walk in Kawagoe even more!
[Kimonoya Sara main store]
Address: 8-4 Renjakucho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 350-0066
TEL: 049-227-6898
URL: https://kimonoya-sara.jp/
bell of time
The Bell of Time is also called the landmark of Little Edo Kawagoe.
This bell, which was first built in the Edo period, is a symbol of Little Edo Kawagoe and has been used to tell the time, which is essential to daily life.
It was first built about 400 years ago, and the one currently standing is the fourth generation and was rebuilt during the Meiji period.
The bell rings four times a day (6:00, 12:00, 15:00, and 18:00), so when you go to Kawagoe, be sure to time it and listen to the bell!
[The bell of time]
Address: 15-7 Saiwai-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 350-0063
URL:https://www.city.kawagoe.saitama.jp/smph/welcome/kankospot/kurazukurizone/tokinokane.html
Akariya
This sweets restaurant in Little Edo Kawagoe is located in the center of the tourist area, just a short walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station.
It is especially famous for its exquisite anmitsu made with luxurious ingredients and offering a nostalgic taste!
The inside of the store is calm and relaxing, so
It's a good place to stop by after strolling around Kawagoe.
[Sweets shop Kawagoe Akariya]
Address: 1-9-2 Shintomicho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 350-0043
TEL: 049-222-0413
URL: https://www.kawagoesansaku.com/akariya/
Little Edo Kura-sato
A spot that is considered a base for sightseeing in Kawagoe.
Little Edo Kura-sato A spot that is considered a base for sightseeing in Kawagoe. At the facility, you can enjoy souvenirs, restaurants, sake tasting, etc. Be sure to stop by to gather information and look for souvenirs!
[Little Edo Kurari Kawagoe City Industrial Tourism Center]
Address: 1-10-1 Shintomicho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 350-0043
TEL: 049-228-0855
URL: https://www.machikawa.co.jp/
When you arrive at Haneda Airport, be sure to visit the GTN Haneda Airport Garden store!
You can purchase the Seibu Kawagoe Pass immediately after arriving in Japan at the GTN Haneda Airport Garden store, which is directly connected to Haneda Airport!
This is a one-day ticket for foreign visitors to Japan, and can be purchased for 700 yen each. (Usually 1020 yen, available only on the day of use)
You can get to Hon-Kawagoe Station from Seibu-Shinjuku, Takadanobaba, and Ikebukuro stations at a reasonable price and enjoy sightseeing in Kawagoe.
When you go to Kawagoe, be sure to get this and enjoy a walk around Kawagoe at a great price!
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