Description
Kawagoe is located in the north part of Tokyo. It is only 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo. Kawagoe has good access and it is a very convenient tourist spot. Kawagoe is a town of history retaining the culture and aroma of Edo period 400 years ago. Why not visit the temples and learn about historical heritage, and fill up on Japanese food at an authentic Japanese restaurant?
Taking a stroll through the town, you will feel as if you have travelled back in time to ancient Edo period. You can experience the traditional and pure Japan which you can’t see in Tokyo. At the Ichiban-gai street, you will see 100% fire -resistant houses which are more than 100 years old, and “Toki-no-kane”,which is said to be the highest wooden belfry in Japan. Don’t forget eating local specialties, sweet potato, grilled eel and various sweets.
