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Recommended things to do in Karuizawa

Number of things to do
3
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Karuizawa Food Walking Tour in Nagano: $109
Top 5 things to do
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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

Dive into heart-pumping adventures on the snowy slopes of this popular resort, then relax in its bars, restaurants and hot springs.

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

Learn about the local history of Karuizawa when you take a trip to Karuizawa Kogen Church. 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

Learn about the local history of Karuizawa when you spend time at Karuizawa Stone Church. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

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
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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?
Known for its golfing and camping, discovering awesome things to do in Karuizawa is easy. Make sure to add Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Karuizawa?
Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring and Karuizawa Museum of History and Folklore are two good places to start your adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Karuizawa while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Karuizawa?
Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring is one of the top tourist attractions in Karuizawa and should feature high on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Karuizawa?
Three days in Karuizawa is plenty of time to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many travelers book for two days on average. Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring, Karuizawa New Art Museum and Karuizawa Museum of History and Folklore are among the top-rated sights. Like to see more? Stick around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Nagano.
Is Karuizawa a walkable city?
With awesome attractions like Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring in the area, Karuizawa is very much a destination to see on foot. Want to visit some cool neighborhoods within walking distance of downtown? Kyukaruizawa is around 2 miles away.
What are some activities to do in Karuizawa with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all ages, we've got some great ideas for what to do in Karuizawa with kids.

What to do in Karuizawa for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Karuizawa, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Old Karuizawa Ginza Street or Harnile Terrace.
Are there free things to do in Karuizawa?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Karuizawa is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can experience without reaching into your pocket. Old Karuizawa Ginza Street is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.