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Kawaguchi

Saitama, Japan · Asia

About Kawaguchi

Kawaguchi works well as a base: 5 minutes from Shimura, 13km from Sensō-ji.

Kawaguchi is a city located in Saitama, Japan. With a population of 607,373, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kawaguchi sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kawaguchi to your route.

About Kawaguchi

Kawaguchi Museum of Art (川口市立美術館, Kawaguchi Shiritsu Bijutsukan) is scheduled to open in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, Japan, in September 2026. The collection, numbering some 220 items as of January 2026, includes works by Yokoyama Taikan, Kaburaki Kiyokata, and Nushi Shōichirō.

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Kawaguchi offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kawaguchi located?

Kawaguchi is located in Saitama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.8052 latitude, 139.7107 longitude.

What is the population of Kawaguchi?

Kawaguchi has a population of approximately 607,373 people, making it a city in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
607,373
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Saitama
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.8052, 139.7107

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Kawaguchi

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Tokyo National Museum

Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.

11 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Kayaba Coffee

A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.

11 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Shinjuku

Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.

12 km · about 25 min drive

cathedral

Sensō-ji

Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Akihabara Electric Town

Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Imperial Palace

The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Skytree

Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Meiji Shrine

A serene Shinto shrine surrounded by a lush forested park, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in the heart of Tokyo.

14 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Kawaguchi

  • 41 kmTokyo Bay Aqua-LineA 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.
  • 61 kmYabitsu PassA tight, tree-walled climb over the Tanzawa mountains west of Tokyo, long a favourite of motorcyclists and cyclists for its relentless switchbacks. The narrow western descent to Lake Miyagase is single-track in places.

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