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Private Tour to Kawagoe with Photographer and Spanish-Speaking Guide

Kawagoe, Japanby MICHI

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Spanish

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Overview

Kawagoe, a charming old town just an hour from Tokyo, is perfect for those looking to experience Japanese culture and history, as well as enjoy shopping and delicious food. Explore hidden places accompanied by a professional Japanese photographer who speaks Spanish, who will take many photos of you. Enjoy a private photo session, a truly magnificent area. I am a freelance photographer and I take portraits of families and business people. I have six years of experience, during which I have photographed more than 2,000 portraits. In addition, I am licensed as a professional Spanish-speaking guide. Forget selfies! If you wish to attend in a kimono, please let me know at the time of request. You can choose from dozens of different kimonos in the colors and prints you like the most. The shopkeeper will help you get dressed. There are also kimonos for men. You don't need to bring anything as you can purchase everything (includes obi, sandals and bag).

What's included

  • Landing and facility fees
  • All images free for digital download
  • Pick up at your hotel
  • Access to an online gallery with your images (30 professionally edited photos)
  • Photo session by local professional photographer in Tokyo
  • All food and drink expenses during the tour
  • Yamazaki Family Ancient Villa Admission Fees (100 yen)
  • Round trip train between Tokyo and Kawagoe (〜2000 yen), Bus in Kawagoe (〜500 yen)
  • Kimono rental (if applicable, 3,000 to 7,000 yen)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    1 hour

    The city bus will take us to the city center, it is called "Kuranomachi". Here you can feel like you have gone back in time as you stroll through the streets of "Coedo" (little Edo) and enjoy the atmosphere of the old city. There are many photogenic stores.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    1 hour

    You can enjoy Japanese delicacies such as sweet satsumaimo (Japanese sweet potato), kakigori (shaving ice), yakisoba (fried noodles), unagi (grilled eel), and local beer. They are all very rich!!

  3. 3

    Old Yamazaki Family Villa

    1 hour

    It is called "Old Villa of the Yamazaki Family", from inside the house you can see a Japanese-style garden. There are also tatami mats inside the house, which allow you to fully enjoy the old Japanese house. We can enjoy a photo session here, without fail!!

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    30 min

    A very popular shrine in Kawagoe. In this sanctuary you can take many photos in Japanese style. I will also do a mini photo session for you. Forget about selfies‼︎

  5. 5

    Kawagoe

    2 hours

    Travel time between Tokyo (Shinjuku) and Kawagoe. round trip (approx. 1 hour) and return (approx. 1 hour)

Meeting and pickup

Kawagoe Station (East) Exit (TobuTojo Line), I have a red scarf in front of the replica Clock Tower in front of the ticket gates of the Tobu Tojo Line.

After booking, you can adjust the meeting point according to your preferences. Please let me know your hotel in Tokyo in advance. If you book within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, hotel meeting cannot be guaranteed. (In this case, we will meet directly at Kawagoe Station)

End point

Kawagoe Station (East) Exit (TobuTojo Line), I have a red scarf in front of the replica Clock Tower in front of the ticket gates of the Tobu Tojo Line.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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