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What to do in Karuizawa

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Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza

During your trip to Karuizawa, you can enjoy retail therapy at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort featuring snow boarding and snow as well as a small group of people

Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Karuizawa with a visit to Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and shops.

Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort
Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring showing a hot spring and a pool

Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring

You can take time to visit Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring during your travels to Karuizawa. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring
Ginza Shopping Street

Old Karuizawa Ginza Street

You can do some window-shopping at Old Karuizawa Ginza Street during your stay in Karuizawa. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

Old Karuizawa Ginza Street
Karuizawa Church showing heritage elements

Karuizawa Kogen Church

After visiting Karuizawa Kogen Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karuizawa. Discover the area's hot springs and shops.

Karuizawa Kogen Church
Karuizawa Taliesin which includes a pond, bird life and a bridge

Karuizawa Taliesin

You can take time to visit Karuizawa Taliesin during your travels to Karuizawa. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

Karuizawa Taliesin
Karuizawa Stone Church

Karuizawa Stone Church

Karuizawa Stone Church is just one of the places to see in Karuizawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's hot springs and shops.

Karuizawa Stone Church
Shiraito Falls featuring a waterfall

Shiraito Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Shiraito Falls, a lovely green space in Karuizawa. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.

Shiraito Falls
Kumoba Pond showing a pond

Kumoba Pond

Explore the great outdoors at Kumoba Pond, a lovely green space in Karuizawa. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.

Kumoba Pond

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Karuizawa

Karuizawa New Art Museum showing night scenes and signage

Kyukaruizawa

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You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kyukaruizawa. You might want to make time for a stop at Kumoba Pond or Karuizawa New Art Museum.

Kyukaruizawa

Popular day trips from Karuizawa

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Takasaki

Tsumagoi

Tsumagoi

Photo "Saku" by Qurren (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Qurren (CC BY-SA)

Saku

Photo "Miyota" by SpringField1967 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by SpringField1967 (CC BY-SA)

Miyota

Usui Pass Observation Platform which includes mist or fog and forests

Annaka

Photo "Naganohara" by くろふね (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by くろふね (CC BY)

Naganohara

Photo "Kita Karuizawa" by shinohal (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by shinohal (CC BY-SA)

Kita Karuizawa

Photo "Shimonita" by Yobito KAYANUMA (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Yobito KAYANUMA (CC BY-SA)

Shimonita

Frequently asked questions

Is Karuizawa worth visiting?
Providing a mix of golfing and camping, there are plenty of things to do in Karuizawa. While you're here, visit Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Karuizawa?
After you've visited key attractions like Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring and Karuizawa Museum of History and Folklore, spend some time experiencing the food and retail options in Karuizawa.
What is the top tourist attraction in Karuizawa?
You can't leave without exploring Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring, ranked the top tourist attraction in Karuizawa.
Is three days enough to stay in Karuizawa?
Three days in Karuizawa is more than enough to visit the city's main highlights. Many guests spend two days on average. Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring, Karuizawa New Art Museum and Karuizawa Museum of History and Folklore are highly rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots like Nagano.
Is Karuizawa a walkable city?
It depends on what you plan to do and see in Karuizawa. Several key attractions, like Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring, are reachable on foot. If you feel like a stroll around one of Karuizawa's cool neighborhoods, Kyukaruizawa is 3 kilometers away from the city center.
What are some activities to do in Karuizawa with kids?
If you're looking for attractions and activities for all ages, take a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Karuizawa with kids.

What to do in Karuizawa for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Karuizawa, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Old Karuizawa Ginza Street or Harnile Terrace.
Are there free things to do in Karuizawa?
From visiting parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Karuizawa. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for some tips. Old Karuizawa Ginza Street is a must for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing adventures.