Step back in time and experience the charm of Edo era Japan in the historic town of Kawagoe. Explore 17th century wooden buildings, visit museums, and discover the unique culture of this ancient castle town.
Step back in time and experience the charm of Edo era Japan in the historic town of Kawagoe. Explore 17th century wooden buildings, visit museums, and discover the unique culture of this ancient castle town.
- Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine - Join a host to travel by train to Kawagoe, and immerse yourself in Edo-era Japanese heritage, discovering wooden buildings and charcoal-tiled houses of the kurazukuri (warehouse)
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may
differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine - Join a host to travel by train to Kawagoe, and immerse yourself in Edo-era Japanese heritage, discovering wooden buildings and charcoal-tiled houses of the kurazukuri (warehouse)
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may
differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- 6-hour guided tour with a host
- Round-trip transportation from Tokyo to Kawagoe
- Customizable private itinerary
- Flexible walking experience with transport options
- 6-hour guided tour with a host
- Round-trip transportation from Tokyo to Kawagoe
- Customizable private itinerary
- Flexible walking experience with transport options
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions other than those included
- Transport costs other than those included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions other than those included
- Transport costs other than those included
- Gratuities (optional)
Embark on a metaphorical journey into the past to the quaint castle town of Kawagoe, a microcosm of the Edo era in Japan. Enjoy a day in the company of our amiable hosts, exploring the 17th century wooden structures and coal-tiled residences of the historic kurazukuri (warehouse) district. Admire the grandeur of the Toki no Kane Tower or drop by the…
Embark on a metaphorical journey into the past to the quaint castle town of Kawagoe, a microcosm of the Edo era in Japan. Enjoy a day in the company of our amiable hosts, exploring the 17th century wooden structures and coal-tiled residences of the historic kurazukuri (warehouse) district. Admire the grandeur of the Toki no Kane Tower or drop by the Festival Museum to see the three-tiered floats that grace the streets. From the Hattori Museum of Folklore and the Kawagoe Castle to soybean vendors and Penny Candy Lane – there’s a wealth of cultural insight to delve into.
Within a day of your booking, you’ll receive a brief questionnaire about your personal preferences and interests. We use this to match you with a host who shares your tastes. Your host will reach out to you to propose an itinerary that lets you uncover the city’s unique charm. You both will also settle on a convenient time and place to meet. The plan is adjustable, allowing you to revise what you want to do during your visit.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.