The 7 Best Day Trips from in Kawagoe, Kanto

So near to Tokyo but it is another world. The green moss has hidden the countryside from the city. The fauna are waiting to greet you. The wild deer, boar monkey and sometimes bear. The views are stunning. The people are very friendly. Come with me to the mountains. We will tour through rural Japan. A place with deep history going back thousands of years. All seasons show their magic in their full colors here. Escape from the tourist traps and go to where many Japanese go to get away from it all. A place frozen in time. A place magical in its beauty. A place where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle.

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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 a travel back in time to ancient Edo period. You can experience the traditional and pure Japan which you can not see in Tokyo. At the Ichiban-gai street, you will see 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. Do not forget eating local specialties, sweet potato, grilled eel and various sweets.

Inclusions: As a souvenior, I give you your Kanji name written on Japanese paper by a professional calligrapher.

Exclusions: Lunch, Transportation fee for you and the guide, Entrance fee including for you and the guide

Start from your hotel in Tokyo 23 wards and travel to Kawagoe city. You could enjoy Japanese old village scenery, old Samurai residences, Sake brewerys and other buildings in Kawagoe city. (Kawagoe city was castle town in Edo period.) Next, explore Moomin Valley at Moomin Valley park. Enjoy various activities and souvenir shopping related to Moomin Valley. Conclude the tour when you will be dropped off at your hotel in Tokyo 23 wards. This is private tour and you could customize the route.(Please contact us if you have your preference.)

Inclusions: Toll fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Private transportation

Exclusions: Admission fee of Moomin Valley Park (1,500JPY/1 adult), Meals and drinks

Start from your hotel in Tokyo 23 wards and travel to Kawagoe city. You could enjoy Japanese old village scenery, old Samurai residences, Sake brewerys and other buildings in Kawagoe city. (Kawagoe city was castle town in Edo period.) Next, explore The Railway Museum where you could see culture & history of Japanese Railway. There are various types of Train vehicles displayed. Finally, visit The Tokorozawa Aviation Museum where you could watch various types of airplanes and equipment displayed. Conclude the tour when you will be dropped off at your hotel in Tokyo 23 wards. This is private tour and you could customize the route.(Please contact us if you have your preference.)

Inclusions: Toll fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Admission fees (Rail way museum:1330JPY/1 adut, Aviation Museum:840JPY/adult)

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kawagoe! Kawagoe was a prominent castle town in the Edo period and was known at that time as Ko-edo, or Little Edo (former name of Tokyo). About 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo, Kawagoe features many historical buildings, shrines and temples, and offers many regional food and drinks, as well as unique souvenir items. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Lunch - Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself), Private Vehicle, Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide)

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kawagoe! Kawagoe was a prominent castle town in the Edo period and was known at that time as Ko-edo, or Little Edo (former name of Tokyo). About 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo, Kawagoe features many historical buildings, shrines and temples, and offers many regional food and drinks, as well as unique souvenir items. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Lunch - Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself), Private Vehicle, Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide)

Taking private chartered car and relax from your hotel, Travel with local guide and feel as if traveled ancient edo in Kawagoe. Enjoy the experience of making glass photo frame.

Inclusions: Sweet potato dishes, Kita-in temple admission fee, Glass workshop experience fee (glass photo frame) , Local guide fee, Private transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off service

Exclusions: Gratuities