〒350-0063 Saitama, Kawagoe, Saiwaichō, 7−3

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"Where to Buy Your Knives and Swords Near Tokyo The historic kurazukuri district of Kawagoe, a short train ride north of Tokyo , is home to dozens of artisan shops, including Machikan, which has been making and selling knives and swords for generations. While in town, try the famous sweet-potato candy."

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