Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

Kawagoe Hikawa Jinja

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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is known as the shrine of matchmaking. The grounds are filled with romantic spots, such as the 'Enmusubi Wind Chimes' where visitors tie tanzaku (strips of paper with wishes written on them) and white gravel said to bring good fortune in love.

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HighlightsMain hall with exquisite carvings
Zelkova tree over 500 years old
Revered as a shrine for matchmaking
Enmusubi Wind Chimes featuring over 2,000 wind chimes in summer
Wind chime tunnel where you can tie a tanzaku with your wish

Basic Information

Address: 2-11-3 Miyashita-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama-ken Search for tourist attractions in Saitama

Access: Accessible via Tobu Tojo Line and JR Kawagoe Line to Kawagoe Station, or Seibu Shinjuku Line to Hon-Kawagoe Station, followed by a Tobu Bus to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It's a short walk (5 minutes) from Kidamachi bus stop. Alternatively, take the Koedo Loop Bus (Eagle Bus) to Hikawa Shrine-mae. From the Kawagoe IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway, take National Route 16 towards Saitama City, then turn onto National Route 254 at the Kosenba intersection and left at the Hikawacho intersection. Approximately a 20-minute drive from Kawagoe IC. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Mon-Sat) 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Sun)

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: The grounds are spacious and perfect for a leisurely stroll. In the summer, a tunnel of wind chimes is installed, creating a magical atmosphere. It's also a popular wedding venue, so you might encounter a wedding ceremony during your visit.

HP: https://www.kawagoehikawa.jp/

Overview

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, located in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, is a shrine steeped in history and tradition. Since the time of Ota Dokan, it has been the guardian shrine of Kawagoe, cherished by the local community. During the Edo period, it received the deep reverence of successive Kawagoe feudal lords and remains a popular wedding venue today. The highlight of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is undoubtedly its main hall, adorned with exquisite carvings. Donated in 1842 (Tempo 13) by the then-castle lord Matsudaira Narinori and local parishioners, the beautiful carvings showcase the Edo-bori (Edo-style carving) technique. The sacred zelkova tree on the grounds, over 500 years old, also exudes a divine atmosphere and is a powerful spiritual spot. Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is also famous as a shrine for matchmaking, attracting many seeking good fortune in love. The grounds are filled with romantic spots, such as the 'Enmusubi Wind Chimes' where visitors tie tanzaku with their wishes, and white gravel said to bring good fortune. In summer, the 'Enmusubi Wind Chimes' featuring over 2,000 Edo-style wind chimes create a magical scene, their gentle sounds soothing the hearts of visitors. Experiencing the wind chime tunnel and tying a tanzaku with your wish is an unforgettable memory. Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is a highly recommended sightseeing spot where you can spend a healing time while feeling the weight of history.