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Karuizawa Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

town in Kitasaku district, Nagano prefecture, Japan

About Karuizawa

Karuizawa, at about 1000m above sea-level, is a famous mountain resort in eastern Nagano Prefecture. Elegant summer houses are scattered through the nearby forests, while the central part of the town is elegantly laid out with restaurants, cafes and boutiques. The local tourist association has amultilingual guide site.

Top Attractions in Karuizawa

Explore the best things to see and do in Karuizawa:

  • Hoshino Onsen Tombo no yu
  • Karuizawa Sengataki Onsen
  • Karuizawa Shaw Memorial Church
  • Kazakoshi Park Arena
  • Mount Asama
  • Old Karuizawa Main Street
  • Shiraito Falls

Where to Eat in Karuizawa

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Oiwake Soba House

Where to Stay in Karuizawa

  • 🏨Hoshinoya Karuizawa

Karuizawa Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including:

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