Candy Alley is located near the north side of the Kawagoe Warehouse District and close to the Kawagoe Festival Museum. It’s about a 15–20 minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station.





Candy Alley
Candy Alley (菓子屋横丁, Kashiya Yokochō) in Kawagoe is a charming street filled with traditional Japanese sweets and nostalgic charm. Located next to the famous Kawagoe Warehouse District, this narrow lane is lined with shops offering colorful candies, crispy rice crackers, deep-fried karintō cookies, and sweet treats made from red bean paste and sweet potatoes. You’ll also find ice cream and playful souvenirs like small toys and trinkets—perfect to take home.
After the 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake, Candy Alley became a key supplier of sweets when Tokyo faced shortages. During the early Showa period, more than 70 shops stood here, buzzing with activity. Today, over 20 stores remain, preserving the rich flavors and retro atmosphere of decades past. Walking through Candy Alley feels like stepping back in time—a sweet spot for both your taste buds and your memories.
Hours and Fees
- Opening hours
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10:00 and 17:00 (varies by stores)
- Closed
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It depends on the store, but many are closed on Mondays or Wednesdays.
- Entrance fee
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500 yen
Getting there
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Nearby
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Kawagoe Festival Museum — 10-minute walk
Traditional floats and festival history displays
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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine — 15-minute walk
Love shrine with romantic wishes
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Kawagoe City Museum — 20-minute walk
Kawagoe’s history and Edo culture
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Kawagoe City Art Museum — 20-minute walk
Modern art by local Kawagoe artists
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Honmaru Goten (Kawagoe Castle) — 20-minute walk
Historic castle palace with samurai history
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