Rent a kimono near Renkeiji Temple and tour “Kura no Machi”, “Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine”, and “Kashiya Yokocho” (One day)
This sightseeing tour itinerary is designed for physically active ladies and couples who want to fully utilize the CO-EDO Loop Bus from the first to the final bus.
- Depart from Kawagoe Station (West Exit) or Honkawagoe Station on the CO-EDO Loop Bus!
- Rent a kimono from a CO-EDO Partner Shop
- Have lunch at Kura no Machi wearing a kimono
- Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
- Let’s also visit Kashiya Yokocho (Penny Candy Lane)
- Let’s return the kimono
- Wait for the return bus at Renkeiji Temple Kita bus stop
- Arrive at Kawagoe Station / Honkawagoe Station!
- Bus route map and walking route map (Summery)
Depart from Kawagoe Station (West Exit) or Honkawagoe Station on the CO-EDO Loop Bus!
The time is the holiday (Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday) schedule revised on December 16, 2023. Please be aware that the time schedule may change in case of new timetable adjustments.
10:35 Depart 🚏Kawagoe Station (West Exit)
For those using the JR or Tobu Tojo Line, please take the CO-EDO Loop Bus from Kawagoe Station West Exit Bus Stop No.2. The bus to find is the “C02 Route” to Kura no Machi and Hikawa Shrine.
The fare is 200 yen per ride, and a Day-Pass ticket is 500 yen, which can also be purchased on the bus. (as of August 2023). Payment by transportation IC cards such as PASMO and Suica is supported. More details on the fare can be found here≫.
10:41 🚏Depart Honkawagoe Station
For those using the Seibu Line, please board the bus from the CO-EDO Loop Bus Stop located at the Kura no Machi Exit (East Exit) of Honkawagoe Station.
↓🚌(EV Bus)C02 Route to Kura no Machi and Hikawa Shrine.
10:43 Get off at 🚏Renkeiji Kita.
Rent a kimono from a CO-EDO Partner Shop
There are two CO-EDO participating stores near Renkeiji Kita Bus Stop where you can rent a kimono. Please mention that you are using the One-Day CO-EDO Loop Bus Ticket when making a reservation.
Once you have changed into a kimono, let’s take a stroll around the Taisho Roman Street♪
Partner Shop No.133: Kimonoya Sara Main Shop
Partner Shop No.134: Kimonoya Sara 2nd Shop
Lots of kimonos!
As soon as you get off at the Renkeiji Temple Kita bus stop, you will find kimono-ya Sara’s 2nd shop. The main shop is on the right side, across the pedestrian crossing.。
The owner, who is known for her expertise and artistic preferences, also has experience with many photo shoots as well! She can surely help you choose a kimono that fits your preference.
Partner Shop No.105: Kawagoe Kimono Rental Yuzuya Main Shop
Lots of kimonos!
Located at the second floor of the red brick building just inside Taisho Roman Street. Even if it is your first time wearing kimonos, you’ll be sure to relax from the warm and understanding staff. You may become a repeat customer! The shop is also often visited by many tourists.
Have lunch at Kura no Machi wearing a kimono
Walk from Taisho Roman Street to Toki no kane (Time Bell Tower). Be sure to take lots of photos!
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, have a lunch at a CO-EDO Partner Shop in Kura no Machi♪ There are plenty of CO-EDO Partner Shops in Kura no Machi! Please present your One-Day Ride Ticket when ordering!
Partner Shop No.55: Kanmisabo Kasuga
Enjoy the unique menu “Sweet Potato Somen Noodle” and enjoy sweets like parfaits, matcha, and dango regardless of the time of day. The interior was recently renovated, and the spacious and stylish space balances perfectly with the 140-year-old exterior which is built in the traditional “Kurazukuri” (warehouse architecture) style. The hospitality of the veteran staff will surely be heartwarming.
Partner Shop No.58: Koedo Kaiuntei
Located on the second floor of a knife shop, you can enjoy meals while looking down on the Kura no Machi from the window seats! The store appears to be popular among both men and women with dishes like Yakisoba and cold Udon noodles. The house-special “thick-noodle Yakisoba” is highly recommended.
from the second floor
Partner Shop No.122: Fueki Syoyu Brewing Noodle Restaurant “Unton place Shunka-shuto”
The relaxing atmosphere inside the store is very impressive. The entrance is located off Shiawase Inari-alley in Kura no Machi. Enjoy the richly flavored dishes that only a soy sauce shop can offer. They also offer desserts made using soy sauce that we highly recommend.
enter here and go right
Partner Shop No.50: Seafood Kinchouoten
This restaurant specializing in seafood cuisine has been operating a fish market for four generations and is located directly in front of “Toki no Kane.” Here, you can enjoy freshly caught fish as sashimi or grilled, with set meals available at reasonable prices. A electric clock passed down from the previous generations and magnificent support beams above adding a deep flavor, is sure to make you feel the history of Coedo.
serves as a landmark
Partner Shop No.36: Mio Casalo
Recently renovated, this restaurant provides a stylish atmosphere for dining and for take-out, an extra-long sausage and other dishes. The recommended menu for lunch, which takes advantage of the Partner Shop Service, is the “Mio Casalo Plate” made with “Coedo Black Pork,” raised and nurtured well at Ohno Farm. The store is located right in front of the bus stop which leads back towards Kawagoe Station and Honkawagoe Station!
serves as the landmark
Partner Shop No.85: Cafe Torocco
The “Sweet Potato Mini Course”, which lets you enjoy side dishes on small plates, is one lunch menu that pairs well with a kimono and is sure to make you happy. The traditional “Kurazukuri” building often seen in photos of Kawagoe is connected to “Torocco” and is “Touho Yamawa,” a ceramics store.
In addition to these, there are many more Partner Shops in Kura no Machi where you can have lunch! Look for the Partner Shop Decal.
After feeding your appetite, let’s head to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.
14:27 Depart 🚏Kura no Machi (From the bus stop in front of the Kawagoe Festival Hall)
↓🚌 (EV)C02 Route to Kura no Machi and Hikawa Shrine
14:36 Arrive at 🚏Hikawa Shrine
Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is famous as the god of matchmaking! There are plenty of SNS photo opportunities such as Tai (Fish) Omikuji (fortune slips), and “Enmusubi Wind Chimes” (available for a limited time). Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Website.
Fish (Tai) Omikuji
Next, let’s go to Kashiya Yokocho! The CO-EDO Loop Bus has a bus stop right at Kashiya Yokocho. You can relax in a kimono as you don’t have to walk too far.
15:19 Departs 🚏Hikawa Shrine
↓🚌 C01 Route to Kita-in Temple and Kashiya Yokocho
15:22 Get off at 🚏Kashiya Yokocho (Penny Candy Lane)
Let’s also visit Kashiya Yokocho (Penny Candy Lane)
Partner Shop No. 99 Tamarikiseika
This is a famous candy store in Kashiya Yokocho. The yuzu-flavored candies, popular among foreigners, and herb throat candies that fly off the shelf. You can enjoy shopping while chatting with the store owner♪
There are also many other Partner Shops in Kashiya Yokocho!
Let’s return the kimono
From Kashiya Yokocho, pass through the Kura no Machi area to return the kimono to the rental shop. On your way back, try to find a Partner Shop for a good deal!
Pocchiri Kawagoe
Shimano Coffee Taishō-kan
Kawagoe Matsumoto Soy Sauce Store
Wazakkan Nibidou
Yamazaki Museum
Ayanoka
Suga Ningyouten
Kimono Kasama
Mahae
Kawagoe Alphalpha
Wait for the return bus at Renkeiji Temple Kita bus stop
After walking to the Renkeiji Temple Kita bus stop, which is near the kimono rental shop, let’s take a break at Toshino Coffee in front of the bus stop until the bus comes. Check out the photos from today!
Partner Shop #135 Toshino Coffee
It’s a Coffee Shop & Café with a picture of a French bulldog as a signature. Enjoy the highest-grade coffee from all over the world.
17:01 Depart from 🚏Renkeiji Temple Kita
↓🚌 (EV) C02 Kura no Machi / Hikawa Shrine Route
Arrive at Kawagoe Station / Honkawagoe Station!
17:03 Arrive at 🚏Honkawagoe Station
17:15 Arrive at 🚏Kawagoe Station. What a fulfilling day!!
Bus route map and walking route map (Summery)
The blue line is the walking route from Kashiya Yokocho bus stop to Kura no Machi, Kimono rental shop, and Hasen-ji Kita bus stop.
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