A charming town retaining its historic Edo period atmosphere
Kawagoe is most famous for its Little Edo district, or Koedo as it is known, a part of town lined with Edo-style buildings and museums. With its many sights, traditional shops, and popular seasonal events, the area truly comes alive on the weekend, making it a great day trip from the heart of Tokyo.
The main attraction of Kawagoe is called Koedo, which means Little Edo in Japanese. It earned the name for its streets and buildings from the Edo period (1603-1867) of Japan's history. The Warehouse District, Kurazukuri, is lined with old wooden warehouses, with their distinct two-story architecture, from the city's time as a major transportation and commerce hub.
Dominating the Warehouse District is Toki no Kane, the bell of time. This bell tower has marked the time for centuries and continues to ring four times daily.
The main attraction of Kawagoe is called Koedo, which means Little Edo in Japanese. It earned the name for its streets and buildings from the Edo period (1603-1867) of Japan's history. The Warehouse District, Kurazukuri, is lined with old wooden warehouses, with their distinct two-story architecture, from the city's time as a major transportation and commerce hub.
Dominating the Warehouse District is Toki no Kane, the bell of time. This bell tower has marked the time for centuries and continues to ring four times daily.
