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Toki no Kane
Toki no Kane · 時の鐘
Visit the Toki no Kane area for a walk through Kawagoe's historic streets. See the tower and browse shops along the Kurazukuri streets. Arrive at a ringing time to hear the bell during your walk.
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Visitor information
Admission
Viewing the tower exterior and surrounding streets is free. There is no interior tower visit.
Opening hours
The tower exterior can be seen year-round. The bell rings four times daily at 06:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 18:00; nearby shops have individual hours.
What to see at Toki no Kane
Bell sounds in the historic streets
The bell rings four times daily at 06:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 18:00. Walk near the tower around noon or 15:00 to hear it.
How to get to Toki no Kane
About a 15-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station. From Kawagoe Station, take a bus via Kura no Machi to Ichibangai, then walk about two minutes to Toki no Kane.
Visiting tips
Combining shops with a temple visit
Nearby shops have individual opening hours. If visiting Kitain too, see the temple before its reception deadline, then continue your walk around the bell tower.
Questions about Toki no Kane
Can I climb inside Toki no Kane?
You cannot climb inside the bell tower. View it from the street and browse nearby shops.
Official sources
- Kawagoe city transport guide ·
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- Tourism association guide ·
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