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Sayama

Nestled in the Saitama Prefecture, Sayama is a charming gem where lush parks, picturesque hills, and serene lakes await! Known for the enchanting Sayama Hills and the famous Sayama tea, it’s perfect for nature lovers and tea enthusiasts alike. Explore quaint shrines, enjoy seasonal festivals, and savor delicious local eats—Sayama is a delightful escape from the bustling city!

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Outdoor4.2/5

Sayama Park

Nestled in Higashimurayama, Sayama Park is iconic for its stunning seasonal landscapes, expansive greenery, and serene lakes, making it a perfect escape for nature lovers and a delightful spot for leisurely strolls.

Landmark4.2/5

Sayama Lake

Culture3.9/5

Sayama City Museum

Landmark3.7/5

SunPark Okutomi

Landmark4.3/5

Tokyo Golf Club

Transport

Maruetsuno Parking Lot

Transport2.8/5

Seiyu Enokimachiten Parking Lot

Culture3.8/5

Sayama City Central Library

Landmark3.5/5

Sayama City Center

Transport3.8/5

Sayamashi Station

Transport3.3/5

Shin-Sayama Station

Landmark3.7/5

Sayama General Gymnasium

Landmark3.3/5

Sayama City Office

Landmark3.2/5

Sayamashi Horikanechiku Center

Shop4.2/5

Nojima Iruma

Shop3.4/5

Hard Off Off House R16 Sayama

Cafe$$$4.1/5

Starbucks Coffee - Sayama City Irumagawa Nikoniko Terrace

Cafe$$$3.6/5

Tully's Coffee

Cafe4.4/5

サトウさんCoffee & Lab

Eat3.9/5

家系ラーメンゆくる家

Stays

Stay4.15/5

Hotel Kirara

Stay4.1/5

Inari Ryokan

Stay2.05/5

Civic Inn Sayama

Stay3.8/5

Shin-Sayama Hotel

Stay3.7/5

Shinsayama Dai-ichi Hotel

Stay3.5/5

ビジネスホテル若狭

Stay3.4/5

Iruma Daiichi Hotel

Stay3.1/5

Sayama City Hotel Matsui

Things To Do
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5/5

4 h

Kawagoe Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-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: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

$105.94

5/5

6 h

Experience Seasonal Green Tea Picking in Sayama and Nostalgic Walk in Kawagoe!

Enjoy a traditional green tea picking experience in Sayama, the birthplace of Sayama tea, one of Japan’s top three teas known for its rich flavor. Then take a relaxing walk through the historic streets of Kawagoe, often called “Little Edo” for its well-preserved Edo-period townscape. This seasonal day tour from May to November offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and history near Tokyo. ・Pick fresh green tea leaves in Sayama, famous for its deep-flavored tea ・Stroll through Kawagoe’s charming old town with traditional warehouse-style buildings ・Experience a unique mix of nature and Edo-era culture on this limited-time tour

$128.42

5/5

2 h

Historic Kawagoe and Hikawa Shrine Walking Tour

Explore the captivating historical charm of Kawagoe on a 2-hour walking tour that combines the spiritual serenity of Hikawa Shrine with the vibrant atmosphere of Little Edo. Begin at the ancient Hikawa Shrine, where you'll engage in traditional Shinto rituals like fishing for fortunes and purifying bad luck. Stroll through Kurazukuri Street, lined with beautifully preserved merchant buildings, and savor local snacks as you visit iconic landmarks like the Time Bell Tower. This family-friendly tour offers a personal touch with a knowledgeable local guide, ensuring a rich cultural experience for all ages. - Immerse yourself in hands-on Shinto rituals at Hikawa Shrine - Discover Kawagoe’s historic architecture and lively samurai-era merchant town - Enjoy a leisurely pace suitable for families and strollers - Expert resident local guide shares insights into Kawagoe’s history and culture

$32.75

5/5

1 h

Kawagoe Little Edo Classic Tour Old Town and Hidden Gems

Explore the enchanting streets of Kawagoe, known as “Little Edo,” on a private one-hour walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tour dives into the rich history of Kawagoe, from the majestic Time Bell Tower to the serene Kumano Shrine. Discover ancient merchant buildings and enjoy insider tips on the best local cafes and shops to visit later. Children under 10 join for free, making this a perfect family outing. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this historic town and uncover hidden gems that will enhance your visit to Kawagoe. - Private one-hour walking tour of Kawagoe’s historic Old Town - Guided visit to key sites like the Time Bell Tower and Renkeiji Temple - Enjoy local recommendations for food, crafts, and shopping - Children under 10 join for free, suitable for all ages

$25.68

5/5

8 h

Kawagoe Highlights Private Day Trip from Tokyo

Best tour to get to know the traditional atmosphere nearby Tokyo in a day! A nationally licensed guide will take you to a town where classic vibe has remained since the Edo period. Kawagoe is 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo, making it an ideal day trip. Its main street, lined with Kurazukuri buildings, captures the Edo Period ambiance, earning it the nickname "Little Edo." During the Edo Period, Kawagoe thrived as a supplier to Tokyo, and the shogun appointed loyal men as lords of Kawagoe Castle, fostering close ties. Over time, Kawagoe inherited Edo culture and architecture. Kitain Temple, a key attraction in the Greater Tokyo area, houses the only remaining structures from the former Edo Castle. This tour is led by a National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests.

$310.00

5/5

6 h

Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town

This tour is planned by a former event coordinator from one of Japan's leading theme parks. Unlike the Tokyo metropolitan area, enjoy the beauty of Japan and sake to your heart's content in an environment filled with nature. Our tour includes Kikisake experience.「Kikisake」 refers to judging and evaluating alcoholic beverages based on color, aroma, and taste. This brewery always has about 10 types of sake available. Please enjoy encountering various types of sake in this beautiful Okutama nature. The minimum number of people for the tour is 2 people.

$109.15

5/5

Private Tour of Edo Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

Step back in time on a private guided tour of the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum and discover how Japanese homes and lifestyles evolved from the Edo period to modern day. Choose between hotel pickup or meeting your guide at the museum’s entrance before traveling by train and bus like a local. Explore Edo-period residences like the Yoshino and Tsunashima homes, then see the shift to Western-influenced and hybrid architecture at places like the De Lalande and Mitsui Hachiroemon Residences. Visit the Takahashi Korekiyo Residence and learn about his life and the 1936 February 26 Incident. In the East Zone, stroll past old-fashioned stores and a restored bathhouse, discovering what daily life was like before modern conveniences. Finally, explore modern-style homes and hear how housing trends have changed in Tokyo. With a private guide, enjoy a personalized and engaging journey into Japan’s architectural and cultural history.

$131.63

5/5

10 h

Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Asakusa & Kawagoe 1-Day Bus Tour

Start your journey from Tokyo & enjoy a full-day experience combining history, culture, & traditional charm, with lunch included. Begin at the Imperial Palace Outer Garden & Nijubashi Bridge, a peaceful area surrounded by greenery where you can view one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks and learn about the country’s imperial history. Next, visit Asakusa, Tokyo’s historic district. Explore the famous Senso-ji Temple & stroll through Nakamise Shopping Street, filled with traditional snacks, souvenirs, & a nostalgic old-Tokyo atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Hostel Wasabi Asakusa & Cafe, where you'll be served a superb Kobe Beef Rice Bowl. Continue to Kawagoe, “Little Edo”, where you can visit Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, known for its traditional beauty & romantic atmosphere. Then walk along Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street lined w/ Edo-style warehouse buildings. This tour offers a perfect mix of the Imperial Palace’s elegance, Asakusa’s lively culture, and Kawagoe’s historic charm.

$44.95

5/5

2 h 30 mins

Kawagoe Walking: A Living Merchant Town — Streets, Sweets & Faith

This small-group walking tour explores Kawagoe as a living merchant town, where commerce, faith, and daily life have coexisted for centuries. Often called “Little Edo,” Kawagoe is not simply a preserved historic area. Old streets are still used, family-run shops remain active, and temples and shrines continue to shape everyday routines. As you walk through merchant streets and quiet back lanes, your guide explains how trade built the town and how belief supported daily life. The route follows a relaxed walking pace with optional light tastings such as traditional sweets, offering a natural glimpse into local food culture. Rather than rushing between landmarks, this experience focuses on understanding Kawagoe as a place to live, work, and pray, where history remains part of everyday scenes.

$60.00

5/5

6 h

Edo Tokyo History & Culture Tour with Licensed Local Guide

In the modern city of Tokyo, it is easy to forget that things were once very different. Join our tour guides on a tour of Tokyo’s history and culture. Learn what it was like before the city became one of the biggest in the world. Your guide can take you to fascinating sights like: Edo Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum: Be transported back in time in this collection of Edo period buildings that are in a beautiful outdoor museum. National Showa Memorial Museum: A look into the life of those in during and post-war Tokyo. Ryogoku Area: Learn about the capital of Sumo in Japan. Try Chanko Nabe, the Sumo wrestler hotpot! If you want to enrich your experience in Tokyo with some history, be sure to join us on this tour! Once you place your reservation, a guide will be in touch with you directly. Choose the top sights you would like to see and your guide will plan your private itinerary! If you need more time, please contact us for hourly extension fees. We hope to guide you soon!

$150.89

4.8/5

6 h

Kawagoe Half-Day Trip from Tokyo with Licensed Local Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking 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*: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

$150.89

3.7/5

THE TOKYO PASS: Museums, Gardens & Cultural Attractions in Tokyo

Discover a deeper side of Tokyo through museums, Japanese gardens, contemporary art spaces, and cultural landmarks — all with one digital pass. THE TOKYO PASS gives you access to over 50 attractions across the city, including Tokyo Tower, Tokyo National Museum, Art Aquarium Museum GINZA, SMALL WORLDS Miniature Museum, Mori Art Museum, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, and more. Enjoy convenient smartphone-based entry and flexible pass options to match your travel schedule. You can also add an unlimited Tokyo Subway Ticket for easy transportation around the city. How to use (1) Activate your THE TOKYO PASS Step 1: Go to THE TOKYO PASS website and sign up for an account Step 2: Enter the voucher number (activation code) shown on your Viator voucher Step 3: Download the “THE TOKYO PASS” app (iOS / Android) Step 4: Log in to the app (2) Start exploring Tokyo with your pass! *Please read the Additional Info section before purchase.

$35.96

3.5/5

4 h

Half-day Kawagoe Walking Tour

Discover Kawagoe, a charming old town that once flourished as a castle town during the Edo period. Stroll through streets lined with beautifully designed buildings, hear the ringing of traditional bells, and experience the elegance of side alleys and backstreets where rickshaws still pass by. The unique architecture here blends elements from three different eras, Edo, Meiji, and Taisho, offering a rare glimpse into Japan’s rich history and culture that you won’t find in other cities. ・Explore Kawagoe’s historic streets, filled with traditional shops and timeless charm ・Enjoy the sights and sounds of a town where past and present harmoniously meet ・Experience the easy access from central Tokyo, just 30 minutes away, and visit a venue that hosted the golf competitions during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

$96.31

3/5

Tokyo: Karuizawa, Kawagoe & Hoshino Resort Shrine Day Tour

Escape the bustle of Tokyo and discover the timeless beauty of **Karuizawa** and the historic charm of **Kawagoe** on this full-day guided tour. Begin your journey in the scenic mountain resort of **Karuizawa**, where you'll have free time to shop at the popular **Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza** or relax amid the area's peaceful natural surroundings. Continue to the tranquil **Kumoba Pond**, renowned for its mirror-like reflections and vibrant seasonal scenery. Next, visit the serene **Karuizawa Kogen Church**, nestled among towering trees, before stopping at the charming **Hoshino Onsen** area, where you can choose to enjoy a traditional Japanese hot spring experience (admission not included) or explore the picturesque resort village at your leisure. In the afternoon, travel to **Kawagoe**, affectionately known as "Little Edo," where history comes alive. Visit the historic **Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine**, stroll through the beautifully preserved **Ichibangai Old Warehouse District

$105.00

3 h 30 mins

Kawagoe Walking Tour & Traditional Japanese Experience

Kawagoe is the perfect escape from Tokyo's bustling modernity: in fact, even though many foreign tourists don't know about it, Kawagoe is so rich in heritage and tradition and it deserves a full day to be visited. First, we will visit Kitain Temple, a remarkable complex as it shows a two-storied pagoda, together with some parts of the old Edo Castle. Next, we will walk along Taisho Roman Yume Dori, a short yet interesting street, leading to Kawagoe's main attraction, Kura no Machi: we will walk along the beautiful warehouses before moving on to the symbol of the city, Toki no kane: a tower bell that overlooks the central part of town. From there we will move to Kashiya Yokocho, an alley where traditional candy shops are located. At the end of the tour, if you chose one of the option, you will be introduced to a rickshaw rider or a Kimono rental shop: you will be free to explore more of Kawagoe, go back to Tokyo, visit the close Sayama city or move to Omiya and catch a Shinkansen train

$73.71

6 h

Tokyo to Kawagoe Day Trip with a Local – Explore Old Edo

Take a step back in time (figuratively of course) and visit a small slice of Edo era Japan, also known as the ancient castle town of Kawagoe. Spend the day with one of our friendly hosts strolling among the 17th century wooden buildings and charcoal-tiled houses of the kurazukuri (warehouse) district. Marvel at the Toki no Kane Tower or stop by the Festival Museum to glimpse the three story floats that parade the streets. From the Hattori Museum of Folklore and the Kawagoe Castle to soya shops and Penny Candy Lane - there's so much to experience. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You'll also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

$257.29

12 h

Day Tour All Three EDOs: Nikko to Kawagoe & the Imperial Palace

Nikko and Kawagoe is the two faces of EDO, seeing both lets you see both the samurai and commoner lifestyle of the people in Edo. We will visit the Imperial Palace from outside to understand both the Samurai and Imperial family outlook of the location. We will visit Nikko not only as a world heritage but as a location built to protect the city of EDO by blocking the KIMON (Demon Gate) of EDO hence learn the importance of “direction” (HOI) to understand the religious aspect of the Japanese; the importance in “location” of both Kawagoe and Nikko, the impact it had on the Japanese people and the heritage of the Tokugawa dynasty. The Kawagoe area known as “KOEDO” (small Edo) is a Edo cultural melting pot where you will see the lifestyle of Edo merchants. This tour will try to fit in three major locations associated with EDO for the time crunched traveler. If you want to see more in your limited time try us.

$181.71

6 h

Walking Tour from Tokyo: Experience Kawagoe and Edo Japan

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors You will have the opportunity to learn all about Kawagoe’s past and significance in the ’Old Town’ and Castle remains, walk the streets lined with Kurazukuri clay warehouses and the famous Toki no Kane Bell Tower, shop for local crafts and delicious street food, and visit some beautiful and unique shrines and temples. This is the perfect opportunity to get out of Tokyo and experience a different side to Japan!

$134.84

Tokyo, Karuizawa, and Kawagoe Little Edo Day Trip

Escape the bustle of Tokyo and discover two of Japan's most charming destinations on this full-day shared tour. Experience the refreshing mountain atmosphere of Karuizawa, where you can choose between shopping at one of Japan's premier outlet malls or relaxing among the cafés, boutiques, and natural beauty of the Hoshino Resort area. Continue to the historic town of Kawagoe, affectionately known as Little Edo, where traditional streets, centuries-old architecture, and timeless cultural landmarks preserve the spirit of old Japan. Visit the picturesque Hikawa Shrine, admire the famous Bell of Time, and stroll through the nostalgic Candy Alley, sampling local treats and soaking in the Edo-era atmosphere. Combining scenic mountain landscapes, shopping, history, and authentic Japanese culture, this day trip offers the perfect balance of relaxation and sightseeing just outside Tokyo.

$145.00

5 h

Kawagoe Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

Wander through the streets of Kawagoe, a city that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period, with the guidance of a knowledgeable local expert. Visit the iconic Bell Tower (Toki no Kane), stroll through the Kurazukuri Street lined with traditional merchant houses, and discover the timeless beauty of Kitain Temple. Don’t miss the chance to experience the tranquil grounds of Kawagoe Castle and explore hidden gems such as old candy shops and secret alleyways. Learn about the rich history of this “Little Edo” town, its cultural significance, and fascinating local legends. Enjoy the taste of Kawagoe’s sweet potato specialties and traditional snacks along the way. While the tour primarily uses public transportation to provide an authentic experience, a private vehicle can be arranged upon request. Experience the charm of old Japan with our local guide and make unforgettable memories in Kawagoe!