[2025 Kawagoe Attraction] Travel Guide for Kita-in (Updated Oct)

#Sakura2024 During my trip to Tokyo in February, I took a one-day trip to Saitama Kawagoe, a city near Tokyo. Kawagoe City has many historical buildings of Edo Castle, and it is a good place to enjoy cherry blossoms in March and April. 🌸Cherry Blossom Viewing at Kita-in Temple in Kawagoe🌸 Kita-in Temple in Kawagoe was built in 830 AD. Because of its long history, it is listed as a "National Important Cultural Heritage" and is also a famous temple in the Kawagoe area. During the cherry blossom season, about 100 cherry trees are in full bloom at Kita-in Temple. Many Japanese tourists like to come here for picnics and cherry blossom viewing. 【Address】1-20-1, Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture [Cherry Blossom Viewing Time] Late March to early April 【Ticket】Free admission 【Business hours】 March 1st - November 23rd Weekdays 8:50～16:30 Holidays 8:50～16:50 【transportation】 Get off at Kawagoe Station on the Tobu Tojo Line or JR Kawagoe Line. Walk for 20 minutes, then transfer to the Tobu Bus "Koedo Famous Spots Loop Bus" to Kitain Station, or transfer to the Iglesia Bus "Koedo Loop Bus" to Kitain Station Get off at Hon-Kawagoe Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line and walk for 11 minutes

Hello, today we are in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. We would like to introduce you to the city's famous temple, Kita-in Temple. This temple is also known as Seyasan Muryoshuji Kita-in Temple. It is a temple with many cultural and historical heritages. In addition, there are properties that were moved from Edo City. If anyone has time left from traveling around Tokyo, I recommend this place. It is very peaceful.

Kitain Temple, located in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan, is located on Mount Hoshino. It was built in the early Heian period and is a famous tourist attraction in Kawagoe City. You can get there by bus from JR Kawagoe Station. The "Mountain Gate", "Bell Tower Gate" and "Cihui Hall" in the courtyard have been designated as important cultural buildings, especially the Cihui Hall. The main hall is hung with colorful hanging cloths and can be seen from afar, and everyone will pull the thick hemp rope of the Chaoyin Hall. There happened to be a cherry blossom festival when I visited. There were many cherry blossom trees in the courtyard, so beautiful. There are 540 Arhat statues in the courtyard, which are worth seeing. 📍Japan〒350-0036 Saitama, Kawagoe, Kosenbamachi, 1 Chome−20−1 #Overseas Travel #JapanTravel #Kawagoe #Kitain

#SeptemberDestinations2025 Kita-in Temple is located in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo. Founded in 830, this Buddhist temple boasts a thousand-year history and is a significant cultural site in Japan! Entrance to the outer perimeter is free, but additional fees apply for visits to Tokugawa Ieyasu's birthplace (the guest hall), the academy, and the Five Hundred Arhats. This uncrowded area is perfect for those who prefer a less touristy atmosphere and want to slowly appreciate this thousand-year-old building. Visiting during cherry blossom season is highly recommended, as it's a renowned cherry blossom viewing spot! 📍Address: 1 Chome-20-1, Kosenbamachi, Kawagoe, Saitama 350-0036, Japan 🕰️Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM 🚂Access: Approximately 20 minutes' walk from JR Kawagoe Station 🎫Admission: Free to the outer perimeter; 400 yen for adults for the guest hall, academy, and the Five Hundred Arhats

If you want to see a more traditional side of Japan without going too far from Tokyo, hop on a train to Kawagoe (around 40–50 min, ~429 yen one way, no transfer needed). 🚆 ✨ I based myself in Tokyo at Tokyo Guest House Itabashi-Juku. It’s budget-friendly, clean, and well connected by train & metro — perfect for saving money while still exploring. 📍 Why Kawagoe? Known as “Little Edo,” this town is famous for its preserved old streets, wooden houses, and peaceful temples. It’s perfect for a one-day stroll into history, away from Tokyo’s rush. 🍙 Itinerary Start early: grab snacks at 7-Eleven, Lawson, or FamilyMart for the train ride. Visit Kita-in Temple 🏯 – beautiful gardens and historic atmosphere. Wander through Kurazukuri Street with its Edo-style houses. Explore side alleys to discover hidden shrines and traditional homes. Stop at Kawagoe Kumano Shrine – walk barefoot on the pebble path for a fun little “foot massage” 🦶. ☕ Food & Drink Coffee break at Coffee Gallery – cozy vibes and good brews. Don’t miss hot takoyaki from Gindaco Tavern Kawagoe Branch 🐙 – perfect snack before your train back. 💡 Tips Bring some cash 💴, not every shop accepts cards. Kawagoe is very walkable – comfy shoes recommended 👟. Great for photos: wooden houses, shrines, and local street food make it super photogenic 📸. #tokyo #kawagoe#daytrip

#TokyoTravel #JapanTravel #kawagoe 👋Ohayo from Tokyo, Japan🇯🇵 ✨️Take a short train ride🚇 to Kawagoe, the center of Saitama Prefecture. This city still has the original Edo style, but is smaller. ✨️Kita-in Temple or KawagoevDaishi has a long history, built in 830 and is the main temple of the Tendai sect. ✨️Founded by monk Ennin and restored after the great fire in 1638. ✨️The main building of Kita-in Temple is part of the past fire that was moved from Edo Castle, making it the only building that remains. ✨️In Kawagoe, there are many temples, bell towers, gardens and shops. 🎈https://maps.app.goo.gl/S91fX9ErEZMcg3ur5

#tokyospots If you’re looking for a unique, hassle-free day trip from Tokyo, Kawagoe, also known as “Little Edo,” should definitely be on your list! Just about 30-60 minutes from central Tokyo, this charming historical town offers a refreshing escape from the modern metropolis and a glimpse into Japan’s Edo-era atmosphere. 🌟 Why I Recommend Kawagoe: Unlike bustling Tokyo, Kawagoe preserves well-maintained streets, traditional warehouses, temples, and shrines that instantly transport you back in time. It’s a perfect destination for history lovers, photographers, or anyone wanting to slow down and soak in a different side of Japan. 🗺️ Suggested Day Trip Itinerary: ➡️ Tokyo → Ikebukuro Station I highly recommend stopping by the Tobu Tourist Information Center at Ikebukuro to purchase the Kawagoe Discount Pass, which includes round-trip train tickets and bus rides within Kawagoe — great value! ➡️ Kawagoe Station → Kita-in Temple Especially beautiful during spring! Aside from the classic Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms, you can also catch early-blooming varieties here. ➡️ Kumano Shrine A small but charming shrine located at the entrance of Taisho Roman Street. Worth a quick visit! ➡️ Taisho Roman Dream Street Best visited between March and May, when the street is decorated with colourful koinobori (carp streamers) — super photogenic! ➡️ Kawagoe Ichiban-gai (Main Street) The heart of Kawagoe’s preserved old town, lined with traditional kurazukuri (clay-walled warehouse) buildings, giving off strong Edo-period vibes. Great for exploring shops and cafes. ➡️ Toki no Kane (Bell Tower) Kawagoe’s most iconic landmark. The historic bell still rings four times a day — don’t miss it! ➡️ Hikawa Shrine Known for its Ema Tunnel all year round — walls of wooden wishing plaques create a romantic atmosphere. In summer, the shrine features a stunning Wind Chime Tunnel (Furin), perfect for taking photos. ➡️ Shingashi River During sakura season, this riverside is a must-visit. The cherry blossoms along the river, especially with boats drifting through, rival Kyoto’s Fushimi Jikkokubune experience — but with fewer crowds! ➡️ Return to Kawagoe Station → Back to Ikebukuro → Optional Ikebukuro shopping 📝 Final Tips: ✔ Kawagoe is very walkable, but the local buses included in the discount pass save time and energy. ✔ Best seasons to visit are spring (March-May) for cherry blossoms and koinobori, and summer for the wind chimes at Hikawa Shrine. ✔ You can easily cover all key spots in half a day, making this a perfect day trip with time to spare for evening shopping or dinner in Ikebukuro. #travel #myitinerary

🗓️Itinerary: 24/3 First day: Go straight to Karuizawa from Narita Airport 25/3 Start playing At that time, the snow on the high mountains of Karuizawa had not melted yet, and you could even step on a little snow on the roadside. We traveled on the old Ginza-dori for half a day and went to Shiraito-no-Taki in the afternoon. Please note that the last bus here leaves very early, and there are no buses going there after 4 o'clock. 26/3 went to Hoshinoyu and the church The Caimin Canteen is very good, and the Stone Church is very impressive 27/3Leave Karuizawa and head to Omiya I visited Karuizawa outlet in the morning. In the afternoon and evening, I went to Omiya Park to see the cherry blossoms. There are many beautiful cherry blossoms, and I took a lot of photos 28／3 Heading to Kawagoe Let's take pictures of cherry blossoms and wear kimonos. However, it takes about ten minutes to walk from Kitain to Taisho Romandori. I suggest you find a kimono rental shop on Taisho Romandori. Recommended by Ogawa Kikugi, delicious, worthy of being a 100-name restaurant 29/3 Took a bus from Omiya to Narita and returned to Hong Kong in the afternoon 💞Recommended reasons: Because the cherry blossoms didn't bloom until April last year, the hotel prices didn't go up in March. It was really cool to see the early cherry blossoms at a relatively affordable price. Kawagoe actually goes well with cherry blossoms, and there aren't as many people as in Tokyo, so I highly recommend it. #日本の精品view#cherry blossom season #karuizawa #Kawagoe sightseeing In addition, this trip was very cost-effective. You should know that we stayed in the Prince Hotel in Karuizawa for three nights, which is 400 square feet, and in the Cangguang Hotel in Omiya for two nights, which is 250 square feet 💰Airplane and hotel expenses: only 5500 (Karuizawa Prince) + 2000 (Omiya Glory) + 4200 (round trip air ticket) = 11700 = 💰Average: 5900 With such accommodation conditions, seeing snow and cherry blossoms, plus shopping and eating, it costs less than 13,000 yuan, and it is a good place to play for six days. Disadvantages: Please pay attention to the last bus time. Most of the last buses in Karuizawa leave at 6 o'clock. #Don't just go to Tokyo, the suburbs are also great

#globaltravel #Saitama#Kawagoe Originally just a casual walk, I accidentally walked to Hitoshi-in and found that the environment here is super comfortable, surrounded by towering trees and benches, it is definitely a place suitable for rest, daze or quietly feel the Japanese garden atmosphere🌿✨ 🌳 Kitain ✔ Tranquil environment: Compared to other popular attractions in Kawagoe, the atmosphere is less crowded and the atmosphere is particularly quiet ✔ Shade surround: Many large trees provide natural shade, so you can sit and rest comfortably no matter how hot the weather is 📍1-20-1 Kosenba Town, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 🕰️ 8:50～16:20

#11月好地方2024 #usj Kita-in Temple in Honkawagoe is famous for its vast temple complex. The day we arrived at Kita-in Temple was the Autumn Flower Festival, and visitors can buy tickets to enter the temple to admire the blooming chrysanthemums and the spectacular Eighteen Arhats. The colorful chrysanthemums are intoxicating; the statues of the Eighteen Arhats are lifelike and full of historical charm. When we entered Kita-in Temple, we were shocked by its grand scale. The temple grounds are peaceful and tranquil, giving people a sense of peace of mind. It's a pleasure to spend two hours strolling slowly here. We sat on the stone chairs in the garden, quietly admiring the surrounding scenery and feeling the breeze, feeling particularly comfortable. The card field of Kitain is very large, and each scenic spot has its own unique charm. Whether it is the architecture of the temple, the layout of the garden, or the floral decorations, they all make people linger. Every corner exudes a strong cultural atmosphere and historical heritage, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of local traditions and spirit. #Tokyo Attractions #Kawagoe City #Kitain Temple

The autumn leaves are late everywhere this year... But I haven't made any plans to see the autumn leaves yet... But I want to go somewhere next weekend... Recommended for you!! A place you should visit while sightseeing in Kawagoe is "Kawagoe Daishi Kitain" It is a place related to the Tokugawa, and the room where Tokugawa Iemitsu was born is here, and it is a historic place with many important cultural properties registered✨ The highlight of the autumn leaves at Kitain is its garden! The beautiful garden called "Momijiyama Garden" that can be seen from the reception hall allows you to enjoy the colorful trees during the autumn leaves season😍 The beautiful maples and red bridge are very picturesque🖼️ The garden seen from the corridor looks like it is in a picture frame✨ There is another highlight at Kitain, and that is the "Five Hundred Arhats" There are 538 arhat statues, all with different expressions! There are also arhat statues holding the zodiac animals, which is interesting to look at🤣 It might be a good idea to look for an arhat statue that you like? ? That's it! What do you think? If you haven't enjoyed autumn leaves yet, why not visit this place! ~~~~~Information~~~~~ 📍Kawagoe Daishi Kitain Address: 1-20-1 Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture Access: 15 minutes on foot from Honkawagoe Station Visiting hours: 9:00-16:00 Admission fee: 400 yen ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Domestic travel journal #Domestic travel

~Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture~ Kawagoe Kitain A hidden gem in the crowded Kawagoe! Introducing a historic temple♡ ☑️Less crowds! It's one block behind the main street, so there are fewer crowds and you can spend your time leisurely😊 ☑️Historic temple Many cultural assets are on display, including the makeup room of Kasuga no Tsubone, where the word Otsubo-san originates! By the way, Kasuga no Tsubone is the original career woman who raised the third shogun, Tokugawa Iemitsu, and created the Ooku! ☑️The grounds have a solemn atmosphere and are soothing🌱 You can spend a quiet time here! A hidden gem that a friend from Kawagoe told me about! Useful for trips and sightseeing in Kawagoe ◎ 📍Kitain 1-20-1 Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama 350-0036 #0 yen trip #historic sites that have a sense of history #trips to experience historical culture #places that have a sense of history #tourist spots that have a sense of history #places that have a sense of history #history lovers #historical buildings #japantrip #japantravel #japantravel #japantemple #japan #Saitama #Saitama sightseeing #Saitama trip #Kawagoe sightseeing #Kawagoe #me and travel

#Tokyo Attractions Kita-in's gardens are composed mainly of tranquil stones, white sand, and carefully trimmed trees, creating a simple and elegant style. Although there are no pools or waterfalls, the ingenious layout still presents a profound landscape. When tourists stroll through it, they feel as if they are in a quiet space full of Zen. In addition to stones and sand, the garden also features carefully designed paths and pavilions, allowing visitors to better appreciate this peaceful and otherworldly scene. Overall, Kita-in's dry landscape garden undoubtedly showcases the essence of traditional Japanese gardening art and is breathtaking. Here, tourists can temporarily escape from the hustle and bustle of the world, immerse themselves in the harmony of nature, and appreciate the tranquility and beauty of Zen culture.

👍Kawagoe City, you really know how to enjoy yourself! ❤The 33rd edition of the Kawagoe Spring Festival, a seasonal tradition of 'Little Edo' Kawagoe, is now grandly open. 🌟The festival dates from March 24th to April 21st, lasting nearly a month. This year, the cherry blossoms are blooming a bit later, so friends visiting Japan in April can still enjoy the cherry blossoms. 🖼Kawagoe City is located in the southwestern part of Saitama Prefecture, Japan. Since the Edo period, it has entered a prosperous era. The Kawagoe domain's castle town area is nicknamed 'Little Edo'. Kawagoe City is home to many castle ruins, shrines, temples, historical sites, and historic buildings. The number of cultural properties in Kawagoe ranks third in the Kanto region, after Kamakura City in Kanagawa Prefecture and Nikko City in Tochigi Prefecture, and is recognized by Japan as the only 'Historical City' in Saitama Prefecture. Due to the lack of destruction from domestic wars and natural disasters in Japan, Kawagoe City retains a large number of historical features, attracting a large number of domestic and international tourists for sightseeing each year. ✅The year 2024 marks the 33rd edition of the Little Edo Kawagoe Spring Festival. At the festival, you can see performances of matchlock and arquebus by the Kawagoe domain. At the Nakamachi Cross Street intersection, the Kawagoe Tobi Association performs a ladder rolling act, where performers gracefully climb a six-meter-high ladder supported by spires. In the central district of the streets, there is also a local fire brigade band playing the music of 'Spring in Little Edo Kawagoe' every day. ❤In addition to the events held in the Edo district, you can take a boat ride along the Kishikawa River next to the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine to enjoy the scenery, with each boat trip lasting 10 minutes. Kitain, Renjakuji, and Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin are also great places to enjoy the cherry blossoms. 🚉From within Tokyo, you can reach Kawagoe in less than 2 hours by taking multiple lines from places like Shinjuku and Ikebukuro.

#sakura2024 #traveljapan #kitaintemple 🌸🌸🌸 Kitain Temple is an old temple in Kawagoe. The importance of this temple is that it has valuable treasures left over from Edo Castle. 🌸🌸🌸Wall paintings 🌸🌸🌸Authentic Japanese garden with a terrace to sit and enjoy the beauty, experience nature and feel the true peace. 📌Saitama, Kawagoe, Japan 🕰Every day 8:00-16:00 💰400 yen 🌸🌸🌸Original corridor from the Edo period

Senba Hie Shrine in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃 This shrine is located right next to Kita-in Temple, which is known for warding off evil spirits. It is said that when Ennin, the founder of the Jikaku Daishi Temple, restored Kita-in Temple, he invited Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine to be built. Akasaka Hie Shrine was created by Ota Dokan as a branch shrine of this shrine. It is not a large shrine, but you can go around to the back of the main hall and get a good view of the main hall from the grass field. The vermilion-painted main hall was very beautiful. There are ancient tombs in this area of ​​Kawagoe, and this shrine is also called the Hie Shrine Tomb or the Tahoto Tomb, and clay figurines and earthenware have been excavated from it. There is no goshuin available at the shrine office, but there was a written goshuin next to the offering box. 👉 Points of Senba Hie Shrine ⛩ Headquarters of Akasaka Hie Shrine ⛩ Ancient tombs remain, and clay figurines and pottery have been discovered ⛩ The main hall is a nationally designated important cultural property ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ꕥ Shrine name: Senba Hie Shrine ꕥ Address: 1-4-1 Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture ꕥ Access 🚉 About 16 minutes walk from Honkawagoe Station ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Sakura2024 #Hie Shrine #Shrines and temples #Shrine tours #Kawagoe sightseeing

This time, we will pick up cherry blossoms in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture! We will also tell you about recommended information in the neighborhood! 🌸①②③　Kitain Temple Kawagoe is famous for its historical temples, and one of them is Kitain Temple. It was founded in 830! ! Beautiful cherry trees are planted on the grounds. It is located one block away from the main street, so it has a calm atmosphere loved by locals. You can pray during the day, and although there is no lighting at night, there are many stalls set up and it is very lively until the evening. There are also clean restrooms, so you don't have to worry. There is also a place for children to play nearby. 📍Kitain Temple 1-20-1 Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 350-0036 15 minutes walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line 🌸④⑤⑥⑦　Cherry Blossoms of Shingashi River This is probably the most famous cherry blossom spot in Saitama on social media in recent years. This is the Shingashi River behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It's nice to be able to go there right after visiting Hikawa Shrine. On weekends in early April, you can take a boat and enjoy cherry blossom viewing! The best part here is definitely at night! On windless days, the water surface reflects the cherry blossoms beautifully. The river is narrow, so there is a high chance of the water surface reflecting them! And there are flower rafts. This is when the petals that have fallen float down the river. If you're lucky, the whole river will be covered in pink, like the seventh picture! The Shingashi River is highly recommended, as you can enjoy both full bloom and the falling petals! (There are residential areas, so you can enjoy it quietly❤︎) There is a convenience store nearby, so it's nice to take a stroll while drinking something warm! 📍Cherry Blossoms of the Shingashi River Around 108 Hikawa-cho, Kawagoe City There is a paid parking lot nearby. 1 minute walk from the bus stop "Hikawa Shrine". What did you think? Why not take a spring stroll through Koedo Kawagoe? 🌸 #sakura2024 #sakura2024 #cherryblossomconquest #breathtakingcherryblossomviews #kawagoe #hikawashrine #sakura2024

Kita-in Temple in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃 Founded as Muryoju-ji Temple by Jikaku Daishi Ennin in 830. In 1612, the temple flourished after Tenkai Sojo, who had earned the trust of Tokugawa Ieyasu, became the chief priest. It is now one of Saitama's most famous places for praying for protection from evil. You can see early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms in the temple grounds! They're not big, but the sight of the Kawazu cherry blossoms in full bloom, with their many bright pink flowers, is very soothing. 👉 Points of Kita-in Temple 🌸A temple that flourished under Tokugawa Ieyasu 🌸Famous for praying for protection from misfortune 🌸Early-blooming cherry blossoms can be seen ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ꕥTemple name: Kita-in Temple ꕥAddress: 1-20-1 Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture ꕥAccess 🚉Honkawagoe Station → About 13 minutes walk ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Sakura2024 #Famous cherry blossom spots #Cherry blossom spot #Cherry blossom season #Temple

#2024 Travel Wishes Hitoin is located in Kawagoe, Japan🇯🇵 and can be reached on foot from Kawagoe Station. Hitoin is also one of Japan's important cultural properties. Hito-in has many buildings, such as the mountain gate, the bell tower gate, and the Ciyan-do, which have a long history, as well as the Rohan stone statue, and most of them retain the characteristics of the Edo period, so it is worth visiting. I want to travel to Japan in 2024🧳 Kitain 〒350-0036 Saitama, Kawagoe, Kosenbamachi, 1 Chome−20−1

Introduction to shrines and temples in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture ✨ I went to worship during the New Year 🙌 ① "Kita-in" Main deity: Amitabha Buddha In 1296, during the reign of Emperor Fushimi, it was established as the head temple of the Kanto Tendai sect by the monk Sonkai. Many people visit the Daruma Market on January 3rd. ② "Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin" Main deity: Acala It began in 1853, when the head priest of Naritasan, Shorin, opened the eyes of a branch of the main deity Acala and bestowed it on Shounshi. The fire-walking festival held in November is a famous attraction. ③ "Kawagoe Kumano Shrine" Enshrined deities: Izanagi-no-Mikoto Izanami-no-Mikoto Kotosaka-no-O-Mikoto Hayatama-no-O-Mikoto The shrine grounds are unique, with a foot-stepping health road covered with pebbles on the approach to the shrine, and a quoits game where you can try your luck. ④ "Kawagoe Hachiman Shrine" Enshrined deity: Hondawake-no-Mikoto It was founded by Kai no Kami Minamoto no Yorinobu in 1030 during the reign of Emperor Goichijo. It is becoming more and more lively as it will celebrate its 1000th anniversary in 2030. In addition to the above, Kawagoe has many other shrines and temples, and Koedo is recommended for its many restaurants where you can eat while walking around! ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ꕥTemple and shrine names Kita-in: 1-20-1 Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin: 9-2 Kubo-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Kawagoe Kumano Shrine: 17-1 Renjaku-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama Kawagoe Hachiman Shrine: 19-3 Minamidori-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #besttrip2023 #Kawagoe-shi #Tourist spots #Shrines and temples #First visit to a shrine

Kawagoe Kitain is a Buddhist temple located in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is an ancient building with a long history. Kita-in Temple is world-famous for its beautiful gardens and magnificent architecture. Kawagoe Kita-in Temple has many ancient artworks and artifacts to admire, including some very valuable Buddhist statues and books. There was an afternoon shower before we arrived at Kita-in Temple this time. Unexpectedly, after waiting for a while in a nearby cafe, the sun came out after the rain. Kita-in Temple after the rain was even more charming. Another highlight is the "Five Hundred Arhats" guarding the temple. There are 538 stone statues of Arhats in total, with lifelike expressions of joy, anger, sorrow and happiness. If you are planning a free trip to Japan, Kawagoe Kitain Temple is definitely a place worth visiting! 𝓘𝓻𝓲𝓼 Trip❤️ #Tokyo #Kawagoe #Kitain #instatravel #LightTravel #Sign up for Hotel Test Sleeper

#Prayer #Exploring History #Couple Trip Koedo Kawagoe has many tourist spots such as the Kura-zukuri street, Kashiya Yokocho, and Toki no Kane, but Kita-in Temple, the place associated with Kasuga no Tsubone, is also a place you should visit at least once. 🚶 There are also many items related to the third shogun, Iemitsu, which were moved from Edo Castle. ⚔️ There are also 500 arhats (they all have rich expressions and are heartwarming☺️), One of the three Toshogu Shrines in Japan is located here. (The other two are Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, and Kunozan, Shizuoka Prefecture) The last photo, the seventh, is the entrance to the Toshogu Shrine. I think you can see the Tokugawa family crest😊

Kita-in Temple, Kawagoe Daishi Kita-in Temple has a history of nearly 1,200 years. The guest hall, study, and temple quarters, which were relocated from Edo Castle by Tokugawa Iemitsu, remain and are designated as important cultural properties of Japan. Access is as follows: 20 minutes on foot from Kawagoe Station on the Tobu Tojo Line and JR Line 18 minutes on foot from Kawagoe-shi Station on the Tobu Tojo Line 15 minutes on foot from Hon-Kawagoe Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line