Toki no Kane

The Bell of Time, located in the center of the town, is a symbol of Koedo Kawagoe, overflowing with an atmosphere of old-fashioned charm. Built in the early Edo period, the Bell of Time has been a bell that has told the time for the people living in Kawagoe for many years, and is a bell that has been loved by many Kawagoe citizens, regardless of age or gender. There are many gourmet and tourist spots around the Bell of Time, so when strolling around Koedo Kawagoe, it is recommended to walk with the large and conspicuous Bell of Time as a landmark.

Since the early Edo period, the time bell in Kawagoe has been telling time in the town for a long time. Even now, the bell rings four times a day at specific times, conveying the time to the town of Kawagoe. You can hear the sound of the bell at 6 am, noon, 3 pm, and 6 pm, and if you hear the sound of the bell in the town of Kawagoe, you can't help but feel like you've slipped back in time to the Edo period. Why not try listening to the moment when the time bell rings when you come to Kawagoe?

The Time Bell, a symbol of Kawagoe, is a historic wooden building built in the early Edo period, standing at approximately 16 meters in height. It's an impressive wooden building that's hard to believe was built about 400 years ago, making it a must-see for those who love old buildings. Despite being destroyed by numerous fires, it has been repaired many times and has been passed down to the present day as a historic wooden building, allowing us to feel the efforts and technology of people from the past.

The sound of the time bell produces such a beautiful tone that it has been registered as one of the 100 Soundscape Selections to Preserve in Japan. The Soundscape Selections to Preserve in Japan are 100 landscapes with audible sounds that the Ministry of the Environment established in 1998 from among many public submissions, which should be passed down to future generations. Why not listen to the sound of the time bell, which is widely recognized by many people in Japan?

The Bell of Time is located in the heart of Koedo Kawagoe, where traditional storehouses line the streets. The area around the Bell of Time has become a great photo spot. There are various shops along the Kanetsuki Street near the Bell of Time, making it a popular spot to take photos with food or in yukata against the backdrop of the Bell of Time. Why not take a photo with the Bell of Time in the background and capture a retro atmosphere that feels like time travel?