Kawagoe History Museum

This temple is notable for its main hall, part of the original the Edo Castle in downtown Tokyo, which was moved here by the Shogun to rebuild the temple after a fire. Also of note are the statues of 540 Rakan, disciples of the Buddha.

Kawagoe's castle dates back to the 15th century, unfortunately the castle was disassembled in the 1870s and only the "Yagura" (tower) and primary hall (Honmaru Goten) still remain. These days the main hall serves as a small museum.

Useful after visiting the warehouse district as it contains information on how the warehouses were built. Otherwise your average local museum detailing local history with artifacts and models. Next door is a small art museum with a collection of local art.

This bell tower (litt. "Bell of Time") is a famous landmark.

While there is, in fact, nothing relating to folklore in the folklore museum, the old Hattori family for which is warehouse is named, morphed into a medical company. So you'll find a small display of old medicines, advertisements... and sandals.

Built after the great fire, in 1893, this old wholesale Tobacco warehouse of the Koyama family, gives you a chance to look inside the warehouses, and learn about the history of Kurazukuri construction.