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Things to see in Kawagoe, Saitama (Japan): 45 places and when to go
Kawagoe, Saitama is a city in Japan with around 338,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 45 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Hot springs (8), Mountains (7). The best known are Hikawa Shrine, Oshi Castle and Kawagoe Castle. The best time to come is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 34. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 35.9177, 139.4911
- Population
- About 338,000
- Places
- 45 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Hot springs (8) · Mountains (7) · Temples (6) · Museums and art (6) · With kids (5)
- Best time
- February to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to January and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- HND Tokyo, 49 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Dōdaira, at 876 m.
What to see in Kawagoe, Saitama
The places in and around Kawagoe, Saitama, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Hikawa ShrineShinto shrine in Saitama, Japan13 km
- Oshi CastleJapanese castle in Gyōda, Japan25 km
- Kawagoe CastleFortification741 m
- Kita-inBuddhist temple in Saitama Prefecture, Japan191 m
- SeitenkyūTaoist temple in Sakado, Saitama prefecture, Japan7.8 km
- Tokorozawa Aviation MuseumMuseum in Saitama Prefecture, Japan13 km
- Railway MuseumRailway museum in Saitama, Saitama, Japan11 km
- Museum of Modern Art, SaitamaArt museum in Saitama, Saitama, Japan15 km
- Time Bell TowerBell tower in Kawagoe, Japan951 m
- Tobu ZooZoo and amusement park in Japan23 km
- Washinomiya ShrineShinto shrine in Saitama Prefecture, Japan25 km
- Heirin-jiBuddhist temple in Niiza, Saitama prefecture, Japan16 km
- MetsäAmusement park in Japan15 km
- Mount DōdairaMountain in Japan29 km
- Peace Museum of SaitamaMuseum in Higashimatsuyama, Saitama, Japan14 km
- Mount TenranSummit18 km
- Maruki Gallery for the Hiroshima PanelsArt museum in Higashimatsuyama, Saitama, Japan18 km
- Sekai Mumei Senshi no HakaCemetery in Saitama Prefecture, Japan19 km
- Mount HiwadaSummit17 km
- Mount IzuSummit30 km
- Saitama Children's ZooWith kids · Wildlife14 km
- TajimagaharaProtected area14 km
- Take-dera TempleBuddhist temple of the shinbutsu-shūgō sect dedicated to Gozu Tennō in Hannō, Japan27 km
- Mount TōnosuSummit18 km
And the other 21, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Ōmiya Park Zoo, Fujimi Garden Beach
- Nature: Otakayama, Sakitama Kofun Park, Tenkakusan
- Museums and art: Satoe Memorial Art Museum of 21st Century
- Hot springs: Hanno Sta., Higashi-Agano, Hotel Sanko, King&Queen, Kura no yu, 美楽温泉;SPA-HERBS, Uta Hot Spring, お風呂カフェ;utatane
- Food and drink: Kazo Bakushu Co., Sawaichi & Sakura Brewery
- Hiking: KFT - S11 - Yoshitune densetu to taki no aru michi, KFT - S12 - Greenline ni sotta michi, KFT - S2 - Okumusashi no kosatsu wo tazuneru michi, KFT - S3 - Izugadake wo koeru michi, KFT - S4 - Touge no rekishi wo shinobu michi
When to go to Kawagoe, Saitama
The best time to visit Kawagoe, Saitama is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:49
- FebBest time10:41
- MarBest time11:44
- AprBest time12:55
- MayBest time13:54
- JunPossible14:25
- JulPossible14:13
- AugPossible13:22
- SepPossible12:13
- OctBest time11:04
- NovBest time10:04
- DecPossible9:34
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 34. In April, 45 of the 45 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kawagoe, Saitama
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, Tokyo), 49 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kawagoe, Saitama?
The best known: Hikawa Shrine, Oshi Castle, Kawagoe Castle, Kita-in, Seitenkyū. In all, 45 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kawagoe, Saitama?
February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 34.
How do you get to Kawagoe, Saitama?
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 49 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kawagoe, Saitama as the destination and these 45 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
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