History

“Learn history by visiting shrines and temples”

Experience the old Japanese culture around the calm shrines and temples.

Kawaguchi-shi

Shakujyoji Temple

This temple was a resting place for Shogun when they went to Nikko Toshogu shrine.

2-4-37 Honcho, Kawaguchi-shi

 

Kawaguchi Shrine

This is one of the biggest shrines in Kawaguchi. It is very spacious and full of greenery.

6-15 Kanayamacho, Kawaguchi-shi

 

Former Tanaka Family Residence

This Western-style building was built by a merchant in Kawaguchi about 100 years ago. It has a beautiful garden and a tea house.

1-7-2 Suehiro, Kawaguchi-shi
048-222-1061

 

 

Hatogaya-Hikawa Shrine

This shrine is dedicated to the god who protects the Hatogaya area. The omikuji (fortune slips) and omamori (amulets) with a dove design are very cute.

1-6-2 Hatogaya Honcho, Kawaguchi-shi

 

Akayama Castle Site

This is the site of the castle of the Ina clan, who ruled the Kanto region during the Edo Period. The area is full of greenery and the cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring.

766-2 Akayama, Kawaguchi-shi

 

Saifukuji Temple

The three-story pagoda is about 23 meters tall, making it the tallest wooden building in the prefecture. The cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring.

420 Nishitateno, Kawaguchi-shi

 

Chōtokuji Temple

It is a quiet and relaxing place with a magnificent gate covered with greenery. The cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring.

6303 Shiba, Kawaguchi-shi

 

Hazoro Shrine

The shrine is dedicated to the god who protects the area. It is located near the Industrial road.

5379-1 Shiba, Kawaguchi-shi

 

 

Warabi-shi

Warabi Honjin Ruins

This is where feudal lords and court nobles stayed during their travels.

5-17 Chuo, Warabi-shi

 

Warabi City Museum of History and Folklore

This is a place where you can learn about the history and industries of Warabi City.

5-17-22 Chuo , Warabi-shi
048-432-2477

 

Kawachiya House

The wooden building built in 1931 remains preserved. You can feel the old townscape of Warabi.

2-10 Kitamachi, Warabi-shi

 

Warabi Shrine

This shrine is dedicated to the god who protects the Warabi area. The grounds are filled with lush greenery and there is even a small pond.

3-11Minamimach. Warabi-shi

 

Warabi City Museum of History and Folklore Annex

The house ran a textile business in the Meiji Era. It has a beautiful garden. You can even go inside to take a look around.

5-19-3 Chuo, Warabi-shi
048-432-2477

 

Sangakuin Temple

There is a large main hall and a three-storied pagoda on the spacious grounds.

3-2 Kitamachi, Warabi-shi

 

Mitsuwa-Inari Shrine

This is a small shrine that protects the region. Here, you will be able to see many red torii gates creating a beautiful passageway.

3-11 Minamicho, Warabi-shi

 

Tsukagoshi-Inari Shrine

The heart-shaped stone is famous as a spiritual spot for love. In spring, the cherry blossoms around the red torii gates are beautiful.

3-2 Tsukagoshi, Warabi-shi

Hata Shrine

This shrine is associated with the person who made Warabi into a weaving town.

3-2 Tsukagoshi, Warabi-shi

 

Toda-shi

Niizo-Hikawa Shrine

This is a shrine that protects the region. There is a beautiful persimmon tree called “married-couple persimmon.”

2-12-9 Hikawacho, Toda-shi

Bijogi-Hachiman Shrine

This old shrine is said to have been built during the Kamakura Period. 

7-9-1 Bijogi, Toda-shi