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Japan

Koshigaya / Sushi that melts your heart

MeowScore 😻91/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

March

Cherry blossom season, Doll Festival.

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january

Koshigaya Winter Festival attracts with its illuminations, ice skating, and traditional performances.

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february

Visit Koshigaya for Setsubun Festival, featuring dancing and beans throwing to ward off bad luck.

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march

See Koshigaya's cherry blossom gardens in full bloom and attend the Hina Matsuri, Doll Festival.

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april

Witness the power and grace of Japanese martial arts at the Koshigaya Judo Festival.

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may

Join the Koshigaya Shrine Spring Festival and take part in traditional dances and rituals.

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june

Experience the vibrant colors and music of the Koshigaya Awa Odori Festival, a summer favorite.

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july

Beat the summer heat at the Koshigaya Pool, with outdoor and indoor pools and water slides.

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august

Celebrate Tanabata, the Star Festival, with lively parades, decorations, and bamboo wishes.

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september

Taste the best of Koshigaya's local dishes and drinks at the Koshigaya Food and Drink Festival.

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october

Get spooked at Koshigaya's Halloween events, from haunted houses to pumpkin carving contests.

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november

Admire Koshigaya's fall foliage at Manpukuji Temple and join the Maple Leaf Festival.

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december

Experience Koshigaya's bustling kimono flea market and traditional mochi pounding ceremonies.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Koshigaya is fairly priced with a mix of affordable and high-end options. However, the general cost of living may be slightly above average compared to other Japanese cities.

Visit the AEON Mall for a variety of stores and restaurants at reasonable prices.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

Day trip from Tokyo

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

Day trip from Tokyo

Koshigaya is a small city near Tokyo, commonly visited as a day trip for its historical parks and museums.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is preferred but credit cards are also accepted. Splitting the bill is not common, instead, one person pays and others give cash to the person paying.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber internet available for most residents

excellent Availability

High-speed internet widely available

great Cellular

Good coverage but can be spotty in rural areas

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Japan is generally bike-friendly

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure and parks

LGBTQ hostile

Slightly tolerant

As cats, we found Koshigaya's parks purrfect for napping and stretching our paws.

But the train station left us feline annoyed with its lack of catnip vending machines.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Eel Museum
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Kasumigaseki Country Club
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Joren Falls
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Koshigaya Park
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Koshigaya Lake Town

The mainstream

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Eel Museum

A museum dedicated to the city's famous grilled eel dish, with exhibits and tastings

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Kasumigaseki Country Club

A prestigious golf club with a challenging course and breathtaking views

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Joren Falls

A picturesque waterfall surrounded by scenic nature trails

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Koshigaya Park

A beautiful park with lush greenery, a pond, and walking paths

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Koshigaya Lake Town

A large shopping complex with various stores, restaurants, and entertainment options

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Off the beaten path

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Koshigaya Cemetery
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Koshigaya Sports Park
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Koshigaya Railway Museum
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Koshigaya Historical Museum
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Koshigaya Lake Town

Off the beaten path

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Koshigaya Cemetery

A peaceful and serene cemetery with beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring. A somber place to remember loved ones and reflect on life.

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Koshigaya Sports Park

A large park with a track, baseball fields, and a soccer field. Great for cats who prefer an active lifestyle!

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Koshigaya Railway Museum

A train museum with interactive exhibitions, including a mini-shinkansen ride. Paws on the ground and ready to go!

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🏛️
Koshigaya Historical Museum

A small museum with an impressive collection of local artifacts and treasures. Cats can learn about the fascinating history of the area while enjoying the indoor cat trees.

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🛍️
Koshigaya Lake Town

A huge mall area with a variety of shops and restaurants. The mall is surrounded by a small lake which is perfect for a catwalk.

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biking possible

Japan is generally bike-friendly

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure and parks

LGBTQ hostile

Slightly tolerant

Mindful meoweler tips

A city with modern and traditional charm

Koshigaya offers a mix of old and new, blending its rich history and cutting-edge technology with traditional sites such as the serene Saimyou Temple.

A culinary adventure

Koshigaya abounds with delicious cuisine, from its renowned grilled eel to savory ramen noodles at the bustling Koshigaya Laketown shopping center.

Experience Matsuri

Koshigaya hosts several colorful festivals throughout the year, such as the Omiya Summer Festival, where revelers dance to taiko drums and carry portable shrines through city streets.

Useful external sites

www.city.koshigaya.saitama.jp/index.html

Koshigaya City↗

Official website of Koshigaya City providing information on tourist attractions, events, transportation, and accommodations.

www.japan.travel/en/destinations/kanto/saitama/koshigaya

Japan Travel↗

Website operated by the Japan National Tourism Organization providing comprehensive travel information of Japan including Koshigaya.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1021263-Koshigaya_Saitama_Prefecture_Kanto-Vacations.html

Tripadvisor↗

Website providing a platform for travelers to find reviews and recommendations on hotels, restaurants, and things to do in Koshigaya.

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