Kawagoe Guide: A First-Timer Day Trip to Little Edo, the Castle Town Near Tokyo
A complete first-timer guide to Kawagoe, the Edo-period castle town in Saitama known as Little Edo, just 30 minutes from Tokyo. Explore the Kurazukuri warehouse street, the iconic Toki no Kane bell tower, Kashiya Yokocho candy alley, romantic Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, and Kitain Temple with the only surviving buildings of Edo Castle. Learn how to get there from Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and beyond with fares in yen and US dollars, what sweet-potato treats to eat, how to rent a kimono, when to catch the spectacular October festival, plus a one-day itinerary, a sample budget, practical tips and a detailed FAQ.
