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Private Day Trip to Kawagoe Little Edo and Optional Harry Potter

Enjoy a fun, stress-free day trip from Tokyo with your own private vehicle and English-speaking driver. Wander the nostalgic streets of Kawagoe “Little Edo”, visit Hikawa Shrine, Candy Alley, and Toki no Kane, and enjoy cafés and shopping at your own pace. Choose Route A (Kawagoe only) or Route B,

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What To Expect

1

Stop 1

30 min

Visit Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, famous for its matchmaking charms, colorful ema, and seasonal wind chimes.

2

Stop 2

30 min

Enjoy a gentle stroll by the picturesque Shingashi River—especially beautiful during cherry blossom season.

3

Stop 3

30 min

Discover Kitain Temple, known for its historic Edo-period rooms and the Gohyaku Rakan stone statues, offering a peaceful glimpse into Kawagoe’s spiritual and cultural heritage.

4

Stop 4

30 min

See the remaining palace building of Kawagoe Castle from the outside and imagine the days when this region was a key strategic stronghold during the Edo period.

5

Stop 5

30 min

Walk through Kawagoe’s iconic Kurazukuri district, lined with traditional clay-walled warehouse buildings that earn the town its nickname “Little Edo,” perfect for nostalgic photos and souvenir shopping.

6

Stop 6

Pass by

Snap a classic Kawagoe shot at Toki no Kane, the wooden clock tower that has watched over the town for centuries and remains its most recognizable landmark.

7

Stop 7

30 min

Step back in time along Candy Alley, a narrow street filled with retro sweet shops selling traditional Japanese candies, snacks, and treats loved by both kids and adults.

8

Stop 8

45 min

Stroll down Taisho-Roman Street, where early 1900s-style architecture, boutiques, and cafés create a charming fusion of vintage Western and Japanese atmosphere.

9

Stop 9

3h

OPTIONAL (PLEASE MAKE SURE TO ADD THIS ON THE OPTIONS) Step behind the scenes of the Harry Potter films at this immersive studio tour, where you can walk through iconic sets like the Great Hall and Diagon Alley, see original props and costumes, and dive deep into the magic of filmmaking at your own pace.

What’s Included

  • Petrol/Gas
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Modern & Clean Vehicle
  • Highway Tolls
  • Meet & Greet

What’s NOT Included

  • Admission fees
  • Lunch
  • Tour is 10 hours max; optional overtime ¥2,500 per 30 min, payable on the day.

What to Bring

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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