Toki no Kane (Bell of Time)
時の鐘
Toki no Kane is a wooden bell tower in the old town of Kawagoe and a symbol of the city. A bell tower was first built here in the Kan'ei era, and for about 390 years it has told people the time. The present tower is said to be the fourth one. Visitors stop to see the tall tower rising above the old merchant streets and to hear the bell ring.
Good to know
- The bell rings four times a day: at 6:00, noon, 15:00 and 18:00.
- The current tower is said to be the fourth generation.
- Its sound has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Soundscapes.
Tips for Muslim visitors
- The bell rings four times a day.
- Plan your visit around prayer times, and carry a travel prayer mat and a qibla app.
- Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Saitama and the verified places to pray nearby.
- Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.
Prayer times in Saitama
Today (5 Nov 2026)
- Fajr04:30
- Sunrise06:07
- Dhuhr11:27
- Asr14:20
- Maghrib16:42
- Isha18:09
Times are calculated for Saitama City. Times may differ elsewhere in Saitama.
Places to pray near Toki no Kane (Bell of Time)
We have not verified a place to pray near here yet. Many large stations, airports and department stores in Japan have prayer rooms.
Halal food near Toki no Kane (Bell of Time)
We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:
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Photo: Zairon, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): city.kawagoe.saitama.jp, koedo.or.jp