Kawagoe in Saitama Prefecture retains the atmosphere of Edo and allows you to experience the four eras of Meiji, Taisho, Showa, and Heisei. It is about an hour from Tokyo. There are many shrines and temples, historical buildings and you can enjoy the local gourmet dish of thick noodles, yakisoba or a tradition eel dish.
I recomend “Kashiya Yokocho” where retro sweet shops line the cobblestone streets!
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