Kashiya Yokocho
★ 3.9 ｜ 9,596 reviews
Traditional candy alley · Retro snacks · Kawagoe landmark
📍 Japan, 〒350-0062 Saitama, Kawagoe, Motomachi, 2-chōme−１１−３
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Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About
Compact, bustling shopping district known for its candy sellers hawking traditional confections.
The full picture
Kashiya Yokocho, or Penny Candy Lane, is a nostalgic shopping alley in Kawagoe famous for its traditional Japanese confectioneries and handmade sweets.
It is a hit with families and travelers looking for a taste of old-fashioned Japan and affordable street snacks.
Early morning or weekdays are best to explore the narrow lane before it becomes heavily crowded in the afternoon.
💡 Wear comfortable walking shoes as the area is about a 15-minute walk from the main Kawagoe train station.
Visitors love
- traditional candy shops
- affordable delicious treats
- nostalgic atmosphere
- famous sweet potato chips
- charming traditional houses
Some note
- can get very crowded
- relatively small area
Good to know
- Is it good for kids?
- Yes, children enjoy the variety of traditional candies and the lively, compact atmosphere.
- Is it OK on a rainy day?
- Not mentioned in reviews.
- How long should I stay?
- Visitors typically spend between 30 minutes to an hour exploring the alley and its shops.
- Is a reservation needed?
- No, it is a public shopping street that does not require bookings.
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
The area is relatively peaceful and not large but is connected to the main shopping district. the kashiya yokocho area has few popular sweets store which you can get as souvenirs.
★★★★★
A small alleyway with so many candy shops! The candies are cheap and so delicious (even for me that do not like sugar). Traditional candy! Please get the pineapple one 🍍
★★★★★
Area is a very nice place to spend a day. They have many famous food options such as their sweet potato chips. This place can be crowded sometimes though. Love the traditional Japanese houses.
★★★★★
Quaint and elegant little area within Kawagoe. Lined with confectionary shops. Do buy the sweets and drinks there ! We had a lovely lemonade refresher.
★★★★
Cute, small town! It is about 1 hr train ride from shinjuku. You have to buy this round trip pass. Look for Hon-Hawagoe express train. This way, the train doesn't make too many stops. From Hawagoe station, it's about a 15-minute walk. It's worth a day trip. There are plenty of delicious foods there.