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Koedo Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street

A shopping district imbued with historical ambiance.

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"Kawagoe," which thrived as a crucial point for transporting food such as rice and vegetables to Edo using the "Shingashi River," still retains its historical charm. The town is lined with traditional storehouses, preserving the vibes of yesteryears. Owing to these traces of the past, it's fondly referred to as the modern-day Little Edo.

At the heart of Kawagoe is the "Koedo Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street," where over 100 unique shops, ranging from long-established ones to the latest entrants, can be found. The district offers an array of attractions, from local Kawagoe sweets made from sweet potatoes to eel specialty restaurants, craft beer outlets, and general stores. There's also a wide variety of take-out sweets and gourmet foods available.

Among the highlights are the "Osawa House Residence," which is said to be the oldest storehouse in Kawagoe and designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan, and the symbolic "Time Bell Tower" of Kawagoe, which chimes four times a day. Wander around, soak in the historical architecture, drop by various shops, and immerse yourself in the essence of Koedo Kawagoe.

Highlights

  • A shopping street bursting with Edo-period charm, lined with traditional storehouse buildings.
  • A diverse collection of over 100 establishments, including eateries, Japanese confectionery stores, gallery shops, and general stores.
  • Historical landmarks such as the Important Cultural Property "Osawa House Residence" and the symbolic "Time Bell Tower" of the shopping street are must-visits.

Photos

  • The picturesque shopping district with a line-up of traditional storehouse buildings.

    The picturesque shopping district with a line-up of traditional storehouse buildings.

  • The iconic "Time Bell Tower" representing Koedo Kawagoe.

    The iconic "Time Bell Tower" representing Koedo Kawagoe.

  • The nationally designated Important Cultural Property, "Osawa House Residence."

    The nationally designated Important Cultural Property, "Osawa House Residence."

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)

A

As of August 2023, we are currently creating a shopping district map in multiple foreign languages.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

No free Wi-Fi available.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Not available.

Q

Are there restrooms available?

A

There are 3 public restroom.

Reviews

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  • 簡蓉

    至今仍保存著江戶時代到昭和時代的各式建築與街道哦

Details

Name in Japanese
小江戸川越一番街商店街
Postal Code
350-0063
Address
Saiwaicho, Kawagoe City, Saitama
Access
About 10 minutes walk from Seibu Railway Line Hon-Kawagoe Station
Credit Cards
Varies by store
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)