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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, which also includes drop-off and pick-up at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter in Nerima (tickets not included). A private tour for your group only—comfortable, flexible, and very Instagrammable.
Please note that tours are limited to 10 hours; overtime is available upon request and subject to a surcharge paid on the day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Driver meets guests at the hotel entrance (within the 23 wards/Kawagoe area). If your pick-up is outside the 23 wards/Kawagoe area, please message us for assistance.
Itinerary
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1Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
Visit Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, famous for its matchmaking charms, colorful ema, and seasonal wind chimes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Enjoy a gentle stroll by the picturesque Shingashi River—especially beautiful during cherry blossom season.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kitain
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Kawagoe Castle Naka no Mon Remain
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Toki no Kane (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.
Admission ticket free -
6Kashiya Yokocho
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stroll down Taisho-Roman Street, where early 1900s-style architecture, boutiques, and cafés create a charming fusion of vintage Western and Japanese atmosphere.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
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.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- 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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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