One of the symbols of Kawagoe is the Toki no Kane Bell Tower 時の鐘. It was originally built between 1624 and 1644, but the present tower was erected after a great fire in the city, and dates from 1894.
Toki no kane bell tower
The 16-meter (over 52 feet) wooden structure stands 3 stories tall and the bell rings daily at 6 am, 12 pm, 3 pm, and 6 pm. The tower has been telling time to the residents of Kawagoe for 350 years.
Toki-no-kane. This location is Saiwaichō in Kawagoe, Saitama. 日本語: 埼玉県川越市の川越一番街にある時の鐘。 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
It is located in the Kurazukuri district of merchant houses, so be sure to stop by for a photo when you are in the area.
