Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

Name: Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
Address: Japan, 〒350-0052 Saitama, Kawagoe, Miyashitamachi, 2-chōme−１１−３
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Place Of Worship・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is famous for its connection to love and matchmaking. Built around 1,500 years ago, it has a long history. Couples and singles alike visit to seek blessings for strong relationships. The shrine has a beautiful red torii gate and a path lined with trees that create a calming atmosphere.

One of the unique features is the "ema" plaques. Visitors write their wishes on these wooden plaques and hang them on special racks, hoping their desires come true. The shrine also offers omikuji, small paper fortunes that people tie to trees if they get a bad fortune, hoping to turn their luck around.

The shrine hosts festivals, the most famous being the Wind Chime Festival in summer. During this time, the shrine is decorated with thousands of colorful wind chimes that create a soothing sound, adding to the peaceful environment.

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Phone

+81 49-224-0589

Website

www.kawagoehikawa.jp

The area

Address

Japan, 〒350-0052 Saitama, Kawagoe, Miyashitamachi, 2-chōme−１１−３

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What other travelers are saying about Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

A great shrine to visit in Kawagoe. Most locals also came here to pray.. It is an aesthetic place to take some unique photos of the temple, with wind chimes creating its’ own unique sound & vibe.. It can get crowded & difficult to take some photos, but it was also because we visited during the public holiday.. Recommend visiting on weekdays to fully enjoy the place!

Sadewa 48

Oct 21, 2024

a LOT of photo opportunities!!! Guests wear kimono for this shrine ^_^ There’s a lot of fortune and charms for purchase. Nice place for a walk in nature too. This is something I would only visit once though 👍 Free shrine to enter

mars gemini

Oct 17, 2024

A beautiful shrine to walk through and cool off. Very quiet and well shaded with trees. Many different fortune charms to get. Tons of spots for photos. A great place to rest and enjoy some peace and quiet.

Oscar Nach

Sep 12, 2024

This place was beautiful during the wind chime festival. Everywhere you look there are chimes and laughter. If you're in Kawagoe during the summer I recommend checking it out. Even if it's not the wind chime festival it's still a very beautiful shrine.

Sam Bailey

Aug 19, 2024

I came for the legendary “Enmusubi Stones”! Arrived early in the morning and got the first spot in line! The facilities and scenery are beautiful, the grand torii gate is magnificent, and the omamori charms are adorable!