2024 Karuizawa Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Karuizawa- 'The Tokyo Garden' the you must visit!

#fallcolors #100waysoftravel Karuizawa is well known as 'Tokyo garden'. It is located 1 hour journey by Shinkansen from Tokyo. It is gorgeous especially during autumn as you can enjoy the fall colour in a cool weather. It was known during summer to get cool weather too. Highly recommend to ride over the town and enjoy the 'Fall in Love'. For those shopping lovers, advised to visit their Prince Village Karuizawa for tax free luxury items.

Stay at Hoshinoya and enjoy a week of secluded vacation!

Take the Hoshinoya shuttle bus or taxi from the station and it only takes about 10 minutes to reach the HOSHINOYA reception desk in the Karuizawa Hoshinoya area. Not only this HOSHINOYA, but also other properties visited (such as Fuji and Tokyo) have adopted the concept of separating the reception desk and the front desk. This is relatively novel and can create a strong resort feeling, as if you have entered the hotel. The front door of Hoshinoya is completely isolated from the world🍁 The service starts from the moment of welcoming guests. The reception area is quite low-key and small. The walls are decorated with old photos of Hoshino's pioneering work in the Karuizawa area. A service staff began to perform on a copper percussion instrument in the corner of the room, and the welcome drink was grape juice 🥂 instead of tea as I imagined. After filling out a simple form, the check-in procedure is completed. At this point, Hoshinoya has also removed the credit card pre-authorization link, making the check-in procedure more enjoyable. After checking in, guests need to take a special car to move to their room. The service staff enthusiastically introduced the facilities in the area and the precautions for the guest rooms, and sent a map and activity list of the hotel area. It really felt like a resort. What was even more gratifying was that the map and activity arrangements were corresponding. Chinese version. There are a total of 77 guest rooms in Hoshinoya Karuizawa🏨, which are roughly divided into three types: water houses near the water, mountain-facing rooms on higher ground, and villas with courtyards. Each type is divided into single-family and single-family rooms. Stacked type. If you have enough budget, it is recommended to experience a single-family water wave house. It is surrounded by water on many sides and is an unbeatable choice in terms of landscape.

Go to Kyoto, Japan! I'll go to Karuizawa.

It's very convenient to take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Karuizawa, about 1 hour by car. After arriving at Karuizawa Station, Hoshinoya Karuizawa has two free shuttles from Karuizawa Station to the hotel every day (14:50 and 16:10). 🍃Environment Hoshinoya Karuizawa Hotel is built according to the terrain🏨, the whole design is terraced, combining natural waterscape and architecture. The hotel's lobby and detached rooms are distributed by the water💦, creating a quiet atmosphere, especially suitable for leisure. The room design is unique, and some rooms even have singing bowl performances, listening to the sound of singing bowls to relax. Although the architectural design of the hotel is beautiful, it may not be very friendly to people with mobility difficulties because the buildings are distributed on the hillside and there are stairs everywhere, and there are no elevator facilities🛗. ♨️Hot spring experience Hoshinoya Karuizawa Hotel has two main hot spring areas: Indoor hot spring: The main theme is meditation and relaxation, the overall atmosphere is dim🎑, very suitable for relaxation and meditation. Outdoor hot spring: Outdoor soup pool among natural forests🌳, you can experience the freshness of the open-air hot spring, especially in the cold❄️ weather to feel the warm spring water. Many foreign guests prefer this outdoor hot spring, which is closer to nature. In addition, the hotel's rooms are also equipped with private hot spring pools. 🎠Surrounding entertainment ✅Karuizawa Kogen Church: This is one of the famous attractions in Karuizawa. It is open for visits when there is no wedding during the day. There is a summer-limited "Candle Night" event in the evening. It is recommended to make an appointment in advance on the official website. The church is famous for its unique design and romantic atmosphere. ✅New Art Museum: If you want to visit the small church designed by Kengo Kuma, you need to enter with a guided tour. The visiting time is 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 every day. Remember to arrange time in advance to avoid missing it. ✅Stone Church: The church is located in a lush forest, combining the five natural elements of stone, wood, light, who, and green. Each element gives the building profound meaning and aesthetic value. ⚠️Tips: The Kogen Church is in the opposite direction of the entrance, a 5-minute walk. You can visit together

Shopping x Vacation: Karuizawa Prince Hotel

Karuizawa Prince Hotel West, located in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, is an all-season resort destination. With its rich natural landscapes and diverse activity facilities, visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature throughout the year, whether it's cherry blossoms in spring, a summer retreat, autumn foliage, or winter skiing. The hotel offers a variety of accommodation options, including comfortable double rooms, luxurious suites, and standalone cottages to meet the needs of different travelers. In 2021, the hotel underwent a comprehensive renovation and introduced the new hot spring facility 'MOMIJI HOT-SPRING,' allowing guests to experience ultimate relaxation while enjoying the natural scenery. Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is just a two-minute walk from the hotel, featuring numerous brand stores and restaurants, making it a paradise for shopping and food enthusiasts. The hotel's surrounding gardens offer different sceneries throughout the year, with cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, autumn leaves, and winter snow. Karuizawa Prince Hotel West not only provides a comfortable accommodation environment but also boasts rich natural landscapes and diverse activity facilities. Whether it's a family trip, a romantic getaway, or a gathering with friends, this place ensures an unforgettable vacation.

The Afternoon Tea at Hoshinoya Karuizawa is amazing!

The exclusive afternoon tea for one group per day at Hoshinoya Karuizawa is simply the best! Starting from June 1, 2024, this afternoon tea is priced at 9,000 yen and offers a highly satisfying experience. The portions are generous, but everything is so delicious that you can keep eating. It includes free-flow champagne. Make sure to enjoy it at the Tanada Lounge on a sunny day while taking in the beautiful scenery. It might be just right to have it as a lunch. Hoshinoya Karuizawa Address: Hoshino, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano 389-0194 Phone number: 050-3134-8091

[Nagano] A restaurant in Karuizawa that's also a delight for the body.

I really don't want to share this secret 🩷 Located in a corner of a flower shop in Karuizawa, RK GARDEN. A restaurant where you can enjoy vegan cuisine using chef-selected ingredients with a focus on pesticide-free vegetables for breakfast, lunch, and dessert 🍽️ The interior is a space overflowing with greenery, making you feel as if you're in a forest 🟢 Every dish made with fresh vegetables is delicious and also kind to your body ✨ The restaurant is dog-friendly with all seats available for dining with your furry friend, which is also recommended! Be sure to check it out when you visit Karuizawa!

Karizawa has finally been added as a new royal resort in Tokyo's backyard

♨ When it comes to luxurious hot spring hotels in Japan, not only the well-known Hoshino Group shines ✨, but in recent years, the FUFU brand has also rapidly gained popularity and has been increasingly sought after‼ 🎎 In 2007, the first FUFU hot spring hotel brand was born in Atami, and since then, it has expanded into super popular tourist destinations such as Lake Kawaguchi, Nara, Japan, Kyoto, and Hakone. 🎏 📝 This time, after Mr. Wanyou's inspection, he strongly recommends the two FUFU hotels that will officially open at the end of 2023 in Karuizawa: 'FUFU Karuizawa Sunlight Breeze' and 'FUFU Karuizawa Serenity Forest' ✨ - 【FUFU Karuizawa Serenity Forest】 🔮 The hotel stands by the Yunba Pond in the old Karuizawa area 🎐, with a courtyard surrounded by greenery and beautiful modern architecture 🎏, creating an enviable impression of Karuizawa. 🏡 The 20 guest rooms are decorated with walnut wood, creating a calm vacation space ✨. They are equipped with hot springs, wood-burning stoves 🔥, and underfloor heating, where you can quietly enjoy the comfort of flickering flames ✨ ♨ Fashion Suite 59.73㎡~62㎡ ♨ Comfort Suite 76㎡~77㎡ ♨ Luxury Suite 93.59㎡ ♨ FUFU Deluxe Prestige Suite 101.68㎡ 🥘 'Akasaka Kamioto' Japanese restaurant meticulously prepares dishes that showcase the charm of Shinshu's four seasons ✨, combining local specialties such as Shinshu fruits and vegetables, pork 🥩, beef, and other local ingredients with Japanese teppanyaki 🔥; you can enjoy a drink in the warm fireplace of the public lobby or in the courtyard surrounded by roadside trees 🍻 - 【FUFU Karuizawa Sunlight Breeze】 🔮 The hotel overlooks the magnificent view of Mount Asama, surrounded by lush greenery ☘. It has 24 guest rooms of different tones 🏡, each equipped with a natural hot spring bath ♨, allowing you to feel the pleasant nature of Karuizawa even indoors ✨ ♨ Fashion Suite 48㎡ ♨ Precious Suite 61㎡~61㎡ ♨ Comfort Suite 59㎡ ♨ Luxury Suite 72㎡ ♨ FUFU Deluxe Prestige Suite 87㎡ 🍲 'Plaiga Restaurant' offers Japanese-French cuisine that incorporates seasonal Shinshu beef and seasonal seafood 🧄; the bar provides guests with local Nagano natural wines 🍷, sangria fruit wines, and other selected beverages; 💆‍♀ YOUCA SPA wellness center features Rouryu sauna rooms and herbal baths 🌿 and offers various facial and body restorative and soothing services ✨ - Follow Wanyou Luxury Travel Collection for more hotel deals and great prices

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.

Tokyo trip: A moment away from the hustle and bustle

This time I booked a flight ticket on trip.com and went to Tokyo alone. This was the first time I went abroad after the epidemic. I was very looking forward to it and excited. I went to the Doraemon Museum, which I had always wanted to go to, and ate very authentic Japanese food. In the izakaya, I looked at the mirror-clear Cloud Field Pond, and I felt like I had let go of everything. I don’t know where I will be next time, and I have the same feeling😆 # Tokyo secret realm # Traveling alone

British wood tone Karuizawa Double Line Hotel🏨

I also want to recommend this hotel to everyone recently. After enjoying it one by one, I will share it with you in this article! This hotel in Nagano Prefecture is called Twin-Line Hotel Karuizawa JAPAN🏨When I made a reservation, I felt that this was a good place, so I wanted to try it! It was unexpected but also within my imagination. The environment around the hotel is also quite clean. The design style has a bit of British style. The room is mainly made of wood and is simple. The internal and external environmental design has no impact at all. I feel very comfortable after checking in😚 The room is neat and clean, and the overall feeling is very harmonious, allowing you to have a good sleep‼ ️It is also highly recommended to sit in their cafe. The seats are comfortable and the environment is quiet. It is really enjoyable. 😎Finally, I would like to remind everyone ❤️‍🔥The entire hotel only has fifty rooms, so there are not many of them. ~So if you want to go, make a reservation in advance to avoid being full 😉 Twin-Line Hotel Karuizawa JAPAN Address: 〒389-0100 1151-11 Taruiizawa, Taruiizawa Town, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture How to get there: About 7 minutes on foot from JR Karuizawa Station #日本好 Place #Japanese shooting #Japanese check-in #Photography guide #Photography recommendation #Tokyo hotel

Popular sights in Karuizawa

📍Yunba Pool Kyūkaruizawa-1181-4 Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan I wanted to go to Karuizawa to see the waterfall, but fortunately I did a round of data collection before coming. The value for money is not high, so I decided to change my mind and go to Yunba Pond to see the view. Of course, it's not that simple! First rent a bicycle next to the station, they have one-person bicycles, two-person bicycles, and bicycles with rear seat children, my family of three chose a one-person bicycle and a rear-seat children's car, the owner is very kind, teach Bury your route, about 10 to 15 minutes to ride, the scenery along the way is beautiful, cool, quite comfortable, to the left pool can park bicycle, we get off the car to take pictures and walk, the pool scenery is picturesque, It’s so worth it! #Tokyo Attractions #travel #OverseasTravel

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 #nagano #japan #Nakakurizawa

Church inside a forest - Karuizawa

Name📝: Karuizawa Kogen Church 輕井澤高原教會 Address📍: 〒389-0195 Nagano, Karuizawa, Japan Nearest train station 🚉: Naka Karuizawa (20 minute walk from the station) Famous for ✨: its location being on a highland, it’s tranquility, its beautiful architecture, and there is actually a service running on Sunday Tourist spots nearby 👀: 🐦 Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest (15 minute walk) ⛪️ Karuizawa Stone Church (1 minute walk) 🛍️ Karuizawa Outlet Prince Plaza (25 minute walk) #karuizawa #japan #nagano

Old Karuizawa Ginza Street

Nearest train station 🚉: Karuizawa 輕井澤 Address 📍: 541 Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan Famous for ✨: 🛍️ it’s souvenir shops, restaurants and being a shopping heaven 📷 its old photography studio for people to take pictures in old Japanese style 🍱 the various Japanese and international restaurants and food stalls 🏯 its old Japan flavour Tourist spots nearby 👀: 🛍️ Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - one of the biggest outlets in Japan that can kill your whole day (15 minute walk) 💦 Kumoba Pond (12 minute walk) #karuizawa #nagano #japan

A chic hotel to stay in Karuizawa!

Hotel Indigo Karuizawa has that welcoming vibes before you stepped into the compound. the entrance of the hotel is so grand especially during the winter season with giant Christmas tree with lightings. the fire place inside the lobby after entering is the highlight of the hotel. the staffs are very welcoming as well. The room is spacious and has a small outdoor sitting area where you can watch the snow and backyard trees that give a sense of calmness to it! the fitness and spa is very minimalist and the onsen is huge and comfortable for daily use that opens until 11pm. There is both indoor and outdoor heated onsen for total relaxation. breakfast place is magnificent with daily buffet provided. car park is free especially if you are renting a car to explore Karuizawa. The hotel is conveniently located within minutes from the main tourists attractions and easy to find. #indigo #karuizawa #japantravel #chic

Karuizawa Ski Resort

This is near Karuizawa JR Station. There is a shuttle bus to get there. It is a ski resort near the suburbs of Tokyo. There is an outlet near the ski resort where you can visit. There are many people here to ski. You can borrow ski equipment like There are skateboards, snowball fights, snowshoes, etc. There is also a place for children to play in the snow, where they can play on snow slides or build snowmen. It is very suitable for first-time skiers because the snow trails are divided into many levels, ranging from easy to difficult. Skiers of all levels#local travel#A great place for parents and children

Super luxurious resort hotel

Hoshino Resorts Karuizawa Karuizawa is located in the beautiful town of Karuizawa, Japan. Karuizawa is an extraordinary resort town for four seasons. The hotel is truly beautiful in spring with cherry blossoms, relaxing summer breeze, yellow, orange and red leaves in autumn and super festival white snow during winter time. The resort is marvellous and surrounded by nature with state of art hotel design that caters different needs of visitors. The restaurants are amazing and the hot spring is also remarkable which gives the perfect resort enjoyment for you, your love or your family. The town is also referred to as Little Switzerland, as this is so beautiful surrounding everywhere. #resortstyle

Ski Resort an hour from Tokyo

#skiadventure 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

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza

Prince Shopping Plaza is more commonly known as Karuizawa Outlet Mall. This outlet mall is characterized by its log cabin-style buildings made of wood typical of Karuizawa, as well as warm country-style buildings. During the Christmas season, you can enjoy Christmas tree illuminations in the plaza. Why not enjoy a stroll as well as shopping? #Karuizawa #Outlet Mall #Christmas #Nagano Tourism

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[Hoshinoya Karuizawa] A luxury ryokan that costs 200,000 yen per night💕✨

I went to Hoshinoya for the first time to celebrate my birthday😊 Not only was the quality of the room (fresh ginger bath😳), but the quality of the food was also very high. They use plenty of seasonal ingredients, and you can see it with your eyes, feel it with your nose, and taste it with your tongue. You can enjoy it in a luxuriously spacious building, and it gives you an elegant moment🌿 The hot spring is also well-equipped. It was very good. (It was my first time in my life to take a hot spring in such a pitch black space.) The accommodation fee is high, but it is an inn that you should visit at least once in your life. The customer service, hospitality, and attention to detail are exactly what "bliss" means😊🌸 #Hoshinoya #Karuizawa #KaruizawaHotel #LuxuryHotel #TopClass #MustSeeAtLeastOnce #BreathtakingView #GourmetTrip #CoupleTrip #Gourmet #HoshinoResorts #HoshinoResortsKai

#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! #tripaway

Ishikawa is a place of millions of stones. All the chefs who make sushi are not allowed to make any mistakes. After a sip of the attitude, you will find that the sushi made by the masters with the taste of the season is so delicious. Unforgettable people. The fresh ingredients and the remaining temperature are kept. The entrance feeling is absolutely unmatched by the sushi on the plate. At this time, the most adjective you may use is Oyi! The most expensive tuna sushi has a single price of more than 1,500 yen, so it is not disappointing to combine this price, whether it is price or taste.

Autumn in Karuizawa.

. 🍂 Autumn in Karuizawa is like an oil painting. Here are some recommended attractions: 📌 Wild Bird Forest (Images 1️⃣2️⃣), near the golf course, the red leaves at the entrance are very beautiful, this is a nature reserve, and it is very large inside. 📌 Stone Church (Images 3️⃣4️⃣), the Stone Church is very special, and the red leaves next to the church are numerous and beautiful. 📌 Hiroshi Senju Museum (Image 5️⃣), the design inside is very artistic, and it is actually very suitable for visiting on a rainy day. 📌 Kumoba Pond (Image 6️⃣), many posts online say that Kumoba Pond is too small and there is nothing to see, it is indeed very small, and there are many people, but the colorful red leaves in the autumn season are also worth seeing. .

Karuizawa is a good place in Japan for relax .we can rent a bike there to explore nice places and taste Apple pie that John Lennon love .

A museum where you can see works by contemporary artists in Nagano.

📍Karuizawa Contemporary Art Museum The number of exhibits is small, but it is a quiet museum rich in nature. About 20 famous contemporary artists have their works on display. The museum is set to close in 2025, so visit while you can!!! 【INFORMATION】 Karuizawa Contemporary Art Museum 📮389-0111 Nagano Prefecture, Kitasaku District, Karuizawa Town, Nagakura Riyama 2052-2 🕑10:00〜17:00

Fun in Japan | A complete guide to one-day chartered tour of Karuizawa.

Karuizawa, known as "Japan's Little Switzerland", is a niche luxury tourist destination in the suburbs of Tokyo. It not only has magnificent natural scenery, but also rich historical and cultural attractions. 🚗 Transportation From Tokyo, you can choose to charter a car to Karuizawa. This is not only convenient, but also saves time on transfers and waiting. It is recommended to book charter service in advance to ensure a smooth trip. 📅 Recommended itinerary morning: Plateau Church: Built in 1921, it was the first church in Japan where a bride wore a wedding dress and held a Western-style wedding. It’s full of romance and perfect for taking photos. Grotto Church: Feel the ancient architectural style and religious atmosphere. Baisi Waterfall: The water flowing down the waterfall is the gushing groundwater. It takes about six years to emerge. The water volume is stable and the scenery is beautiful. Karuizawa Ginza Street: An ancient shopping street with a floor paved with red bricks. There are many restaurants and specialty shops on both sides of the street, which is very suitable for strolling. noon: Dine at Karuizawa Outlet Mall, where you can enjoy a variety of dining options. afternoon: Karuizawa Outlets: Located next to the JR station, the shopping environment is very good, so you can buy as much as you like. Yunba Pond: Known as Swan Lake by locals, the red leaves on the lake in autumn are very charming. 🍽️ Food recommendations Bakery&Restaurant: A restaurant for delicious bread, coffee and brunch. Kawakami-an Soba: Recommended cold noodles, the taste is very good, there will be a queue for the meal. Sawa Mura Bakery: A famous Japanese bakery in Karuizawa. It mostly sells stuffed buns and has a prominent butter and milk flavor. 💡 Precautions It is recommended to avoid weekends, Sundays and Japanese statutory holidays when traveling by chartered car to avoid time loss caused by highway traffic jams. Please do not eat, drink or smoke in the car and keep the car clean. If there is any garbage, please put it into the garbage bag prepared in the car and throw it away when entering the service area.

輕井澤的花葉之火焰點點黃金遍遍

Walking in the car road in the mild romantic rain for like one and a half hour and finding different colourful vibrant flowers and trees along the way like a treasure hunt hehe.

SHOZO CAFE 〜Karuizawa Common Grounds〜@Karuizawa🫖

Karuizawa Common Grounds is a complex facility in the forest that houses various restaurants! During my trip to Karuizawa, I stopped by a cafe for a break from shopping☕️ This time, I visited SHOZO CAFE, which is integrated with a bookstore, creating a very relaxing and stylish space🌱 It's nice to be able to view the fresh greenery from the windows🌳 There are also terrace seats, allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of Karuizawa! The free parking is also a great benefit✨ 📍Location: 1690-1 Nagaura, Karuizawa Town, Kitasaku District, Nagano Prefecture 389-0111 🕰️Business hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Karuizawa: Shaw Memorial Chapel and Shaw House Memorial Museum.

Access: ○ About a 30-minute walk from JR Karuizawa Station ※ About 10 minutes by taxi Highlights: ~ Be healed by the power of nature ~ The current chapel is said to have been built in 1895 as the first church building in Karuizawa. It was expanded and renovated to its present form by 1922. The Shaw House Memorial Museum is said to be a villa built in Karuizawa in 1888 by Alexander Croft Shaw, a Canadian-born Anglican missionary who first visited Karuizawa in 1886. Since they are located on the same premises, it is recommended to visit both together. ※ Information as of October 2024.