Karuizawa Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Karuizawa Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Why is Karuizawa drop dead beautiful?
Getting there: Karuizawa is just one hour by Shinkansen or 3 hours by car from Tokyo station.
Karuizawa is a beautiful mountainous area in Nagano and is recognized as one of the most popular summer retreats in Japan.
But even in winter, it is super beautiful in terms of the surrounding nature environments and the awesome experience from driving, staying in modern hotels like Hoshino Resorts, Harvest Club Karuizawa or Prince Hotel, outdoor activities, dining in Harunire Terrace (by the way French fine dining using local ingredients are cool), having hotel onsen in front of a snowy mountain and then sipping chill Karuizawa brewed craft beer, enjoying the reading time and picture taking time in The Karuizawa Picturebook Museum, touring the local art gallery with kids. You would feel like you are in the fairytale world. #家族旅行 #軽井沢 #karuizawa #Nagono #familytrip
Ski Resort an hour from Tokyo
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About an hour from Tokyo using the Hokuriku Shinkansen, Karuizawa is one of Japan’s oldest and most famous mountain resort towns among the people in Japan. The ski resort use snow machines to guarantee snow no matter the weather. The use of the snow machines allows the resort to open from early November to April
If you going to Tokyo can consider going to Karuizawa for a break
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#thingstodo This ski slope is another convenient location , 10 min walk from the Shinkansen station. The slopes are short and mainly for beginners though. It’s not as well organized as Gala Yuzawa. Definitely book your ticket and rentals online in advance because the lines are really long. Also, what I didn’t know is you get both your rental and lift tickets by scanning a QR code. Then you take your printed receipt to the rental shop. Be warned there are very few lockers and otherwise there is a luggage check where you can store your bags while you ski for 1000 yen. This is in the Snow House.
Also there are many ski schools here so expect tons of tiny kids and instructors. Lift lines will be long, no getting around that.
All in all it’s fine for a light half day of skiing. Nothing special but still convenient.
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Uchimura Kanzo Memorial Stone Church Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Stone Church inside a forest
Name📝: Uchimura Kanzo Memorial Stone Church
Address 📍: Hoshino, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan
Nearest train station 🚉: NakaKaruizawa 中輕井澤(20 minute walk)
Famous for ✨: its stone architecture, its location being inside the forest, it’s tranquility and the beautiful view it has
Tourist spots nearby 👀:
⛪️ Karuizawa kogen church (1 minute walk) - another church inside the forest with tall trees surrounding it
🐦 Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest (10-15 minute walk)- with beautiful lake, birdwatching tour and binocular rental available
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Tokyo Karuizawa
Karuizawa, as a peripheral travel destination of Tokyo, can be reached in just over an hour by Shinkansen from Tokyo. Known as the 'back garden of Tokyo', it is a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the comfort of nature.
🚘Chartered tour route:
1️⃣.Tokyo→Highland Church→Stone Church→Elm Street Town→Old Karuizawa Ginza→Kumobaike
2️⃣Villager's Cafeteria→Hoshino's Forest→White Silk Waterfall→Prince Shopping Plaza→Tokyo
✅Transportation: Chartered car tour
✅Attractions Introduction:
Highland Church
A landmark building in Karuizawa, the huge triangular building is surrounded by trees. Even if you only visit the outside, you will be intoxicated. If it is Christmas season, there will be a light show at night, which is very festive.
Stone Church
A church built of stone is very characteristic and simply too beautiful! You must visit the interior of the Stone Church, which is quiet and sacred. Many lovers will hold weddings here.
Elm Street Town
Eat, drink and shop along the wooden plank road, as if walking in the forest. There are also high-end brands and coffee shops here.
Old Karuizawa Ginza
The oldest shopping street in Karuizawa, the street has many restaurants and specialty shops. John Lennon's favorite coffee shop French Bakery and popular souvenir natural jam SAWAYA Zeyaya are on this street.
Kumobaike
Known as Swan Lake, the quiet water surface reflects the green trees, and it is beautiful all year round.
Villager's Cafeteria
There are limited delicacies in each season, and you need to wait a long time for a seat, but you can stroll around nearby.
Bird's Forest
It's great for running in the summer. You can observe more than 80 kinds of birds here. Children who like animals and plants can come and visit.
White Silk Waterfall
One of the must-visit attractions, the water flow is like several white silk threads connected, and you can't help but marvel at the beauty of nature's craftsmanship after being there.
Prince Shopping Plaza
It's very close to Karuizawa Station. You can take a walk before returning. It has all kinds of outlet brands. Sisters who like shopping don't miss it.
Karuizawa's light and shadow
I remember going to Karuizawa during the May Day holiday and staying at the Prince Hotel next to the Outlet! The hotel environment is very beautiful and quiet! There are small wooden houses scattered in a large forest, each with its own independent hot spring and good privacy. Shopping nearby is also convenient!
Karuizawa is a great place for a leisurely vacation. Drink some coffee, eat some desserts 🍮, visit the Stone Church and the Highland Church, feel the churches, trees, grass and shadows under the sunshine, and feel refreshed! Being here can calm down your restless heart, discover the beauty that you haven't noticed before, think about things that you didn't have time to think about in the past, settle some things, discard some burdens, and a short vacation allows you to travel light and start again!
Karuizawa day trip
Verry pretty church.
Prince Shopping Plaza Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
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Karuizawa | Shopping & Sightseeing!
The Prince Shopping Plaza is a pretty big outlet!They also have a park where you can spend the entire day with your children.The autumn foliage in the area is also stunning.
They have high-end branded stores such as Gucci, Balenciaga, and others.It is recommended that you bring a map of the merchandise store that you wish to visit.
I'm taking the Tokyo Wide Pass, which includes a shinkansen ride to Karuizawa Jr Station.
An overhead bridge connects the mall to the station.
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Must go outlet in Karuizawa
Name 📝: Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (Karuizawa Outlet)
Address📍: Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan (right outside Karuizawa train station)
Nearest train station 🚉: Karuizawa 輕井澤
Famous for ✨:
-the size and number of shops there and the sale, special sale and time sale
-being a must-go place if you go to Karuizawa
-the discount can be 50-70% off
Tourist spots nearby 👀:
🛍️ Old Karuizawa Ginza Street for shopping (15 minute walk)
💦 Kumoba Pond (12 minute walk)
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Kumoba Pond Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Kumoba Pond: Nature's Tranquil Symphony! 🌲✨
Embark on a journey to tranquility at Karuizawa's hidden jewel – Kumoba Pond in Kitasaku-gun! 🌲 Nestled amidst nature's embrace, this pristine pond captivates with its mirror-like surface reflecting the beauty of the surrounding forest.
Take a leisurely stroll along the tranquil pathways, where each step unveils a new dimension of serenity. The rhythmic dance of swaying trees and the symphony of birdsong create a harmonious escape. Kumoba Pond is not just a destination; it's a portal to a realm where time slows, and nature's whispers rejuvenate the soul. 🌿✨ #KaruizawaBliss #KumobaPondMagic #NatureRetreat
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Kumoba Pond in Karuizawa
Nearest train station 🚉: Karuizawa 輕井澤
Address 📍: Kyūkaruizawa-1181-4 Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan
Famous for ✨:
🫧 the calm and smooth surface of the lake which often reflects the sky and the cloud - that’s why its Chinese name actually means “pond where clouds gather”
🦆 the many ducks in the pond
Tourist spots nearby 👀:
🛍️ Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (15 minute walk)
🛤️ Old Karuizawa Ginza Street with many shops and restaurants (12 minute walk) #karuizawa #nagano #japan
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
#tripaway Feb 2020~Karuizawa Ski Trip! Karuizawa Ski resort, the nearest ski resort from Tokyo. Travelling time: Hokuriku bullet train less than 2 hours, local train and bus within 4-5 hours.
Japan, one of the favourite winter spots for skiers during winter season from December throughout March every year. You can ski through the powder snow but not in this ski resort and falls on the snow while enjoying scenic mountain views. Have a hot beverage or ice cream while enjoying the colourful crowds. Enjoy local authentic meals after the hectic exercises and to relax your mind and body in an outdoor Onsen!
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