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

#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

#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

~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

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