This tranquil shrine is dedicated to love and harmony. Known for its wind chime displays and wooden ema plaques, it draws couples seeking blessings for romance and relationships.
Visit this nostalgic candy alley, once home to 70 shops after the 1923 earthquake. Today, about 20 stores preserve its retro charm, offering traditional sweets like karintō and rice crackers.
This iconic bell tower has marked time since the Edo period, surviving multiple rebuilds. Its bells chime daily and blend seamlessly with Kawagoe's nostalgic ambiance.
This Tendai Sect temple houses surviving Edo Castle relics. Its 540 stone statues of Buddha’s disciples and a Toshogu Shrine honor Tokugawa Ieyasu, making it culturally significant.
Housed in the historic Kagamiyama Sake Brewery, this site features a souvenir shop, sake tasting, and fermented brewery displays showcasing Kawagoe’s local crafts and cuisine.
Discover the last remaining structure of Kawagoe Castle, offering a rare glimpse into feudal Japan. The palace reflects the era’s architecture and historical significance.
Famed for its fire ritual and monthly flea market, this sacred spot is tied to a priest’s miraculous recovery of sight. Visitors flock here for spiritual blessings and antiques.
A serene Buddhist temple known for Jizo Bosatsu, the protector of travelers and children. It offers a peaceful retreat amidst vibrant seasonal flowers.
Experience the Kawagoe Festival's rich tradition, designated as one of the Three Big Festivals of Kanto. See ornate floats up close and enjoy traditional hayashi music on weekends.
Celebrate local heritage through diverse art exhibitions. This museum combines traditional and modern architecture, creating a harmonious space for appreciating local talent in thoughtfully curated settings.
Explore Kawagoe's history and culture through excavated relics and models of kurazukuri construction. The museum highlights Edo-era influences with interactive displays that showcase the city's evolution.
General affairs division of the Kawagoe Chamber of commerce and industry
This institution supports local commerce by promoting tourism, organizing workshops, and preserving Kawagoe’s historical charm while fostering modern entrepreneurship.
Dating back to 1792, this merchant house survived the 1893 fire and reflects Edo-period architecture with clay lattice windows. It now houses crafts and a cultural museum.
This Taisho-era architectural gem, built in 1918, blends history with innovation, offering co-working spaces, cafés, and a gallery. It reopens in 2024 as a vibrant hub in Kawagoe.
Visit this historic merchant storehouse, showcasing Kawagoe’s iconic fireproof architecture. The museum reveals Edo-period commerce and firefighting ingenuity.
