[Saitama] Edo Period Landscapes Just 30 Minutes from the City Center

Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, is a city where you can see historical buildings and cultural assets.

This city once flourished as an important hub for transporting food such as rice and vegetables by boat along the Shingashi River, which continued all the way to Edo.

It's easily accessible from central Tokyo, Yokohama, Shinjuku, and Shibuya, with a single train ride, making it a great weekend day trip!

Kawagoe's famous delicacy is sweet potatoes 🍠

With a variety of foods like sweet potato chips and imokoi, it's perfect for a foodie stroll!

The buildings themselves date back to the Meiji, Taisho, Showa, and Heisei eras, making it feel like you've traveled back in time 🕐

There are also character goods shops and kimono rental shops, making it a great city for families and children 🌇

#TravelWithPochiKatsu

Post by tinker_richo | Sep 28, 2025