2025 Kitasaku District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

A cultural hub in Miyota Town where cafes, restaurants, and shops gather I went to see the ongoing "Asama International Photo Festival" The entire facility was art Various events and workshops will be held during the festival There are some paid areas, but the outdoor exhibits can be viewed for free 𓈒𓏸𓐍 __________ 𖠿 MMoP 𖠱 1794-1 Maseguchi, Miyota-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Photo festival runs until 9/16 __________ #mmop #karuizawa #naganotrip #naganotourism #domestictravel

If you go to Karuizawa, you should stop by "Tsurutontan UDON NOODLE Brasserie Karuizawa" I'll introduce you to its charms 🌿*゜ 🌿A stylish space that makes you want to take photos Tsurutontan is a chain restaurant, but did you know that each store has a different concept? The Karuizawa store is very stylish ✨️ because it is the first resort-style store with the theme of "botanical" x "new vintage"! The spacious interior is very open, and you'll want to take photos everywhere you look 📸 🌿Convenient to enjoy at any time of the day Tsurutontan Karuizawa allows you to enjoy meals at any time of the day, whether it's morning, lunch, or dinner 👏 Business hours are from 7am to 10pm ⏰ You can enjoy the morning menu in the morning! Reservations are also accepted, so if you don't want to wait, make a reservation in advance on the official website! Business hours [Breakfast] 7:00-10:30 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only) [Regular business hours] 10:30-22:00 (L.O. 21:30) *During the winter season (2023/1/5-4/15), 11:00-21:00 (L.O. 20:00) 🌿Menu that can only be eaten here In addition to Tsuruntontan's standard menu, there are many udon noodles that can only be eaten in Karuizawa and seasonal menus. What we chose is also udon that can only be eaten in Karuizawa! (We ordered warm udon noodles with mentaiko and tantan udon noodles with nuts) We also recommend that you try the desserts! There is a wide selection of sweets menus using seasonal fruits, and the menu is beautiful to look at and delicious to eat 🍰🍴 🌿Enjoy a meal with your dog One of the attractions of the Karuizawa store is that you can eat with your dog! There is also a menu for dogs, so you can come here on an ordinary day or to celebrate an anniversary 👏 The zone where you can eat with dogs is separate from the dining zone for general public, so even those who don't like dogs can use it with peace of mind 🐶 #Karuizawa #GourmetTrip #Nagano

Karuizawa is a famous summer resort and a ski resort in winter! In addition, there is a very large outlet with a beautiful environment next to the train station. There are so many shops inside that you can spend a whole day walking around ❤️ Everyone can come back with a lot of stuff Recommended restaurants in the outlet Tsukiji Market Restaurant The sashimi, sea urchin, roe and crab meat are very fresh and the price is also reasonable👍

813-10 Karuizawa Kyu-Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano 389-0102, Japan. Entrance to Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza The concept is "Botanical" x "New Vintage". There are sofa seats and a relaxing, spacious space. Dogs are welcome on the terrace seats. In addition to the standard udon menu, there are many original menus using local ingredients. You can choose between thin and thick noodles, and the amount is the same for up to two servings?, so you're sure to be full. It was so crowded on weekend nights that there was a line, but on weekdays it was easy to get in. Recommended✨#KaruizawaTrip #Karuizawa #Udon

#timetotravel Lava flows from Mt. Asama's massive 1783 eruption created the surreal expanse of Onioshidashi Park (Gunma Prefecture). The landscape is a chaotic mass of jagged volcanic formations, with occasional patches of greenery pushing through. Plenty of walking trails with superb views of looming Mt. Asama make this area a great place to start. Asamayama Kannondo Temple is also located here. Dedicated to Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of compassion, it was built in remembrance of those who perished in the disaster. A visit to the Asama Volcano Museum will give you insight into the area's geological activity.

We visited RUZE classique for dinner. It has a very classic atmosphere and is decorated like a castle, making it a great place for anniversaries. There is also an open terrace where you can feel the nature of Karuizawa. We were short on time this time so we ordered ala carte, but all the dishes were stylish and delicious, so if you have the time, we highly recommend the course menu. If you would like to order a course menu, it is best to make a reservation to make the process smoother! This restaurant can also be used for afternoon tea, overnight stays, and wedding ceremonies. For your stay, you can enjoy a luxury villa hotel with a total of five suite rooms. It's conveniently located just 3 minutes by car from Kyu-Karuizawa, and is also close to Kumoba Pond during the autumn foliage season, so I'd definitely like to come back again♪ ◾️Address: 1323-374 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture ◾️Access: 925m from Karuizawa Station, 5 minutes by car ◾️Opening hours: 12:00-21:00 ◾️Last ​​order: 20:00 ◾️Closed: Wednesdays ◾️Budget: Dinner ¥7,000-20,000 #NaganoTrip #NaganoTourism #NaganoPrefecture #NaganoHotel #Karuizawa #KaruizawaTrip #KaruizawaHotel #KaruizawaCafe #KaruizawaDinner #KaruizawaDrive #DayTrip #Drive #WeddingVenue #AfternoonTea #DomesticTravel

#JulyGoodDestination2025 #Sawaya #Jam #Karuizawa #Souvenirs Karuizawa is one of the most popular destinations for Japanese people. In addition to its famous bread and coffee, another well-known souvenir is jam. The most popular brand in recent years is Sawaya. In addition to the branch in the old Karuizawa shopping street, the other one is the main store located between Naka-Karuizawa and Karuizawa. There are a wide variety of jams in the store. Strawberry and apple are the most recommended. In addition, the rose ones are also very cool👍 #日本苹果 #草莓 #日本旅游 #Sawaya

The weather is a bit cold but it can't stop us from wanting to eat ice💕 After walking around the old street nearby, we walked to the alley to eat gelato. There were quite a lot of people in the store on holidays, but luckily there was still room inside. The flavors of today's gelato were hung on the wall. Of course, I chose my favorite lychee and citrus. The waiting time in line is not too long, and you can sit down and eat ice, which is very comfortable! The lychee flavor has a bit of wine aroma and a little bitterness. The taste is refreshing but the lychee flavor is not particularly prominent. It's the first time I've eaten such a lychee-flavored gelato, which is good. The citrus gelato also has a very refreshing taste, and the taste is bitter and astringent with citrus. This is quite special, you can try it. L’ibisco Karuizawa 746-4, Karuizawa, Karuizawa-cho, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture #Karuizawa #food #foodphotography #food #foodie #foodporn #foodstagram #foodblogger #foodlover #traveltheworld #travelgram #trip #traveling #Japan #JapanTravel #Tokyo #TokyoTravel #gelato

After visiting Kusatsu Onsen, you can arrive in Karuizawa around noon and start with lunch. Then, head to Hoshino Onsen, where there’s a nearby coffee shop called Maruyama Coffee. The coffee there is quite good, priced around 600 to 700 yen. You can choose to dine in or take out, and they also offer tea and snacks. Inside the shop, you can opt for hand-drip coffee, but since I was going to the onsen, I chose takeout. Karuizawa gives off a very relaxing vibe, and once you visit, you’ll want to go back again. After soaking in the onsen, you can take a bus directly to Karuizawa Station. Across from the station is the Karuizawa Outlet, perfect for a shopping spree. Just remember that the Karuizawa Outlet closes at 7 PM.

#summervacay Although this is my second trip to Tokyo, I discovered a hidden gem just an hour away by Shinkansen—in Karuizawa: the Ando Museum, dedicated to the French-Japanese painter Tsuguharu Foujita (1886-1968), established by his patrons, the Ando couple. Besides Karuizawa’s shopping streets and unique churches, the museum is about a 20-minute walk from the Shinkansen station. Foujita’s artwork blends Japanese manga with academic sketching styles, especially his series of girls and cats. The cats show a mix of anthropomorphic expressions and wildness, while the girls are calm and serene—two beautiful contrasts. 🐱👧💫 By the way, there’s local specialty coffee freely available in the demonstration room on the first floor—a perfect blend of art and coffee that’s super healing! ☕️💖 #ArtInSight #HiddenExhibition #AndoMuseum #Karuizawa #TokyoDayTrip #ArtTravel #TsuguharuFoujita #CatLovers #ArtHealing #TravelShare

I visited the Golden Acacia Hill located at Shirakaba Lake! You can take a lift to reach the top of the hill. In autumn, you can enjoy the famous golden acacia trees covering the entire area. From June, you can see rhododendrons, in July, daylilies, and in August, lilies—beautiful flowers that change with the seasons. In winter, the area transforms into a ski resort! If you ever visit Nagano, why not stop by the Golden Acacia Hill? 📍Location: 〒384-2309 Nagano Prefecture, Kitasaku District, Tateshina Town, Ashida Hachigano 1596

I thought this trip would be boring because I was mainly here to go shopping with my family and I wasn't very interested in brand names or outlets. Unexpectedly, I ended up buying some things because the current exchange rate is so good. What I like most about this outlet is that it has a large lawn, which is perfect for hanging out with kids. The outlet is right next to the JP station, so it is very convenient when leaving. If time permits, I would like to try a picnic here next time! #Sign up for May Hotel Test Sleeper 2025

After a morning of mountaintop views, bunny legends, ropeways, and swings, we made our way back down Mt. Tenjo — hearts full, legs a little tired, and stomachs ready for something sweet. Just a short walk from the ropeway station, we found exactly what we needed: Apple Pie Lab — a charming little café dedicated to, you guessed it, apple pie. The moment we stepped in, we were greeted by the warm scent of baked apples, cinnamon, and butter — it was like walking into a storybook kitchen. The place was small, homey, and filled with the soft hum of conversation and clinking forks. We ordered their signature Fuji apple pie, made with locally grown apples and served warm. The crust was perfectly flaky, the filling just the right mix of sweet and tart. It was the perfect way to rest and reflect after the morning’s adventure — comforting, flavorful, and quietly joyful. Tips: 1. Apple Pie Lab is just a few minutes’ walk from the base ropeway station. 2. Try the Fuji apple pie with ice cream — classic, generous, and beautifully balanced. 3. Seating is limited, so you might have to wait a few minutes — worth it. 4. They also sell whole pies if you’re in the mood to take one for the road. #cherryblossom25

＼ Hotel with a great view 🏙💙 Do you know this place? ／ ※Content may change due to time difference. Hotel👼 equipped with hot springs, jacuzzi (shared), and indoor pool The white marble and sparkling glass walls from the entrance are so gorgeous that it gets you excited✨✨ In particular, the jacuzzi with a great view was amazing. The pool and jacuzzi are open from 6am, and the jacuzzi faces east, so you can see the beautiful sunrise while soaking in the bath🌅💛 It's sure to be the start of a great day! 🕰️Business hours Check-in 14:00 / Check-out 12:00 📍Location: Ashiya Bay Court Club 📮Address: 14-1 Kaiyo-cho, Ashiya City, Hyogo Prefecture 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Rooms are equipped with coffee makers and amenities. The atmosphere is good and the place is full of hospitality. 💰Price per person: From 40,000 yen, including dinner and breakfast Thank you for your continued support this year🐍✨ #0 yen travel #Hyogo trip #Hyogo hotel #Hyogo sightseeing #Ashiya hotel #recommended hotel #0 yen travel

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is located in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is a large outlet that combines natural landscapes and fashion brands. There are not only more than 200 brand stores here, but also beautiful views of lakes, grasslands and plateaus. It is a rare shopping spot where you can relax while shopping. 🚄How to get there? - By Shinkansen: From Tokyo Station, take the JR Hokuriku Shinkansen (towards Kanazawa) and arrive at Karuizawa Station in about 65 to 75 minutes. It is very convenient - Driving to: It is about 2 hours drive from Tokyo. There is a large parking lot at the outlet (charged, but consumption can be deducted) 📦What brands are there? How to go shopping without getting lost? The shopping mall is divided into several major areas. It is recommended to arrange the shopping order according to needs: 🧥East District Mainly featuring fashion and boutique brands, including Coach, Michael Kors, Tory Burch, BEAMS, United Arrows and more 👟West District A concentration of sports and outdoor brands, including Nike, Adidas, Puma, The North Face, Columbia, etc. 🏠New west／dairy goods area The main products are household items and hipster-style sundries and small items, such as Francfranc, Afternoon Tea, and MUJI. 🎒Tree mall area The central area connecting the districts has lakes, lawns, and cafes If you are not in a hurry, you can sit by the lake and relax. 🎯Small reminders and intimate suggestions - The discount season is around January and July every year, with many discounts but also many people - Most stores accept credit cards or electronic payments, and also provide tax refund services 🧳Shunyou Recommendation If you have more time, you may want to visit the following attractions: - Old Karuizawa Ginza-dori Shopping Street: a hipster-style alleyway with many desserts and grocery stores - Stone Church and Plateau Church: A must-visit for architecture fans and photography enthusiasts - Yunchang Pond: The scenery is super beautiful, the maple leaves in autumn are particularly charming, and it is suitable for walking in all seasons #GlobalTravelJapanAttractions #JapanJapanTravelKaruizawaTokyo

If you want to have a relaxing morning surrounded by greenery, this is the place to go! 《Bakery & Restaurant Sawamura Kyu-Karuizawa》 A shop with the theme of "delicious bread and food that can only be found in Sawamura" that uses carefully selected seasonal ingredients and is expressed through the ingenuity and skills of the craftsmen! ︎ A large two-story building with a restaurant attached◎The weather was nice so we had our meal on the terrace✨ They also have stores in Tokyo and Nagoya, but the food you eat in the great outdoors of Karuizawa has a different taste🌟Please go and check it out! 🥪Store name: Bakery & Restaurant Sawamura Kyu-Karuizawa 📍Location: 12-18 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: Bakery▶︎07:00 - 21:00 Restaurant▶︎07:00 - 22:00 (L.O.21:00) *Please check the official website in advance as hours may change depending on the season. 🚘Access: Car▶︎About 14km from Usui Karuizawa IC Train▶︎20 minutes walk from Karuizawa Station #Morning #KaruizawaTrip #Gourmet #GourmetTrip #0YenTripFebruary2025

We would like to introduce you to Auberge de Primavera Rotisserie Pyrenees, a restaurant located in a detached house that opened in Roppongi, Karuizawa in April 2004. The food, which uses plenty of fresh vegetables and meat from Nagano, is hearty and makes the most of the deliciousness of the ingredients! Rather than a formal space, it is a warm and peaceful space with a fireplace that is reminiscent of Karuizawa♪ Firewood is burning in the large dining kitchen, and you can see the meat being grilled in a spectacular manner🔥 🪵Spot name: Auberge de Primavera Rotisserie Pyrenees 📍Location: 1181-8 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: LUNCH▶︎12:00-15:00 (last orders 14:30) DINNER▶︎17:00-21:50 (last orders 21:30) 🚘Access: Train▶︎About 15 minutes walk from Karuizawa-machi Station Car▶︎About 30 minutes from Usui-Karuizawa I.C. on the Joshinetsu Expressway #Domestic travel #Karuizawa #Gourmet #Gourmet trip #Karuizawa trip #0 Yen Travel February 2025

Introducing the popular scenic spot "Shiraito Falls" in Karuizawa! It is a popular tourist spot for people of all ages and genders because the hiking difficulty is low and you can enjoy seasonal changes such as autumn leaves in autumn and snowy scenery with frozen water spray in winter✨ Shiraito Falls is a 3-meter high and 70-meter wide panoramic view! The long, thin streams of water flowing down look like glittering silk threads💭 Depending on the season, the waterfall is lit up with light as a backdrop◎For details, please check the official website! 🌿Spot name: Shiraito Falls 📍Location: Karuizawa Town, Kitasaku District, Nagano Prefecture *Located on the Shiraito Highland Way (Shiraito Highland Way is a toll road) 🚘Access: Car▶︎22km 50 minutes from Usui Karuizawa IC Train/Bus▶︎25 minutes by bus from Karuizawa Station. It's about a 5-minute walk from the nearest bus stop. #Karuizawa #Domestic travel #Nagano sightseeing #Great view #Great view spot #0 yen trip February 2025

#HotelReview I stayed there on a weekday. I checked in around 3:00 p.m., and after being shown to my room, I immediately headed to the pool, but there was no one there yet. After that, no one came for about an hour, so I had the pool all to myself, relaxing and enjoying a leisurely swim and warming up in the outdoor jacuzzi. By the time I left the pool, the sun was setting beautifully, and a romantic view was spreading outside my room. The breakfast I had the next day was also delicious.

Introducing the Karuizawa Tourist Hall in Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza 🍀 The very cute Karuizawa Tourist Hall is a symbol of the Kyu-Karuizawa shopping district with its retro wooden exterior 🤍 ➸1st floor hall ・General information desk that provides tourist information and accommodation information ・Resting space between strolls and shopping ➸1st floor tourist exhibition space Exhibits a topographical model ➸Information desk ・Wireless LAN hotspot available ※Outlets not available ・Public toilets are available for a fee of 100 yen per use ※Free for the disabled/Disabled toilets, changing rooms, and diaper changing stations available Notes ➸ 2nd floor ・Karuizawa Railway Mini Museum Exhibition of valuable materials related to the railway in Karuizawa ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸ Recommended spot information 📍 Karuizawa Tourist Hall ✤ Address: 739-2 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun ✤ Access Seth: Next to Blanche Asanoya✤Cost: Free✤Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 *Until 18:00 in summer✤Closed: End of the year *12/28-12/31 ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0yentravelJanuary2025 #Karuizawa #Karuizawatourism #Retroarchitecture

I stayed at the Tokyo Bay Court Club! I took a taxi from the nearest station to the hotel 🚖 When I got out of the taxi, the staff helped me unload my luggage from the taxi!! What a speed! ✨ After checking in, I headed to my room ☺️ I was surprised at how clean the room was! The night and morning views from the room were also beautiful, and I was surprised at how good the amenities were!! The bath had a jacuzzi? and bubbles were bubbling! They also had bubble bath powder, so I used it and enjoyed a bubble bath!! And there was a TV in the bath ✨ so I was able to take a long bath☺️

#DomesticTravelRecord 🛍️ Nature and Shopping in Harmony: GARDEN MALL Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza 🌿 Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is a vast outlet mall located right next to Karuizawa Station, and is a popular spot where you can shop while enjoying the nature of the four seasons. The GARDEN MALL area in particular has an open space like a beautiful garden, where you can spend a relaxing time 🌳✨. There are plenty of domestic and international brand shops, and you can get a wide variety of items from fashion, miscellaneous goods, and outdoor equipment 🛍️. In addition, there are plenty of restaurants and cafes that use local ingredients, so it is recommended to enjoy gourmet food in between shopping 🍴☕. Another unique attraction of this place is that you can enjoy shopping against the backdrop of natural beauty such as autumn leaves in the fall and cherry blossoms in the spring. You can enjoy a relaxing stroll with your family or friends, or even alone 🚶♀️. Why not spend a special time here, where the beautiful scenery of Karuizawa and great shopping come together? #Karuizawa #PrinceShoppingPlaza #GARDENMALL #Outlet #NatureandShopping

In the pet-friendly town of Karuizawa, there is a trick art museum where you can bring your pet along 🐕🦺 Not only dogs, but also cats, rabbits, meerkats and raccoons have visited the museum so far. (From the official website) As long as your pet is on a leash, you can walk around the museum with them and take mysterious photos with them. There are so many pieces of art and it's full of things to see! I had a lot of fun when I went there 🥰 📍Trick Art Museum Karuizawa 809 Kyukaruizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 #FuritabiWinter #0yenTrip #DomesticTrip

GATE Flower Field is a popular flower shop in Karuizawa. I happened to pass by on my way to a nearby cafe, and there were many couples who looked like tourists with small bouquets in their hands taking photos and taking walks around the area💐 A date where you just happen to buy a bouquet while traveling is a wonderful thing🥰I saw so many of them that my impression of flower shops as something I don't use much while traveling has changed🥰 [GATE FLOWER FIELD] OPEN 9:30〜CLOSE 17:30 30 parking spaces available #FritabiWinter #0yenTrip

Tsurutontan's first resort-style store "Tsurutontan UDON NOODLE Brasserie KARUIZAWA JAPAN" 🌿 A stylish Tsurutontan in Karuizawa that just opened in August 2021. The interior is very stylish, and because it's in Karuizawa, dogs are allowed inside the restaurant 🐕🦺 There's also a bar counter, and it's nice that it can be used as a cafe and bar throughout the day. They also have a wide selection of side dishes and sweets, and a udon menu that is only available in Karuizawa, so it's recommended for those who are used to going to Tsurutontan 🤎 --------------------------------- [Tsurutontan Karuizawa] Address: 813-10 Karuizawa Kyukaruizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture Opening hours: 10:30-22:00 🐕🦺 Dogs allowed inside 🚙 If you use a nearby parking lot, you'll get a 500 yen discount at the time of payment 👌 (Parking lots around here usually have a 500 yen limit 🙆♀️) #FuritabiWinter #0yenTrip #Karuizawa

#November Good Places 2024 When Li comes to Japan🇯🇵, you must go to outlet shopping! Prince Karuizawa Shopping Plaza is one of the famous outlets.

"Cress Riverside Story" Today, we would like to introduce Cress Riverside Story, located in Old Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture. It is a wonderful cafe restaurant that makes you feel like you are in the forest of Karuizawa. The entrance has a unique and beautiful exterior, and the terrace is covered with sparkling moss, creating a very relaxing space. In such a relaxing place, you can enjoy Shinshu cuisine and sweets. In the fall, afternoon tea amid the gradation of autumn leaves is also popular. Make a reservation and come for afternoon tea! *·̩͙ ☽︎︎.*·̩͙☽︎︎.*·̩͙*·̩͙☽︎︎.*·̩͙☽︎︎.*·̩͙☽︎︎ⓘⓝⓕⓞ☽︎︎.*·̩͙☽︎︎.*·̩͙☽︎︎.*·̩͙☽︎︎.*·̩͙ 🕊️Cress Riverside Story 📌 680-1 Kidone, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 🚗 About 5 minutes from Karuizawa Station 𖥧 𖥧 𖧧 ˒˒𖡼.𖤣𖥧 ⠜ 𖥧 𖥧 𖧧˒˒. ⓣⓗⓐⓝⓚ ⓨⓞⓤ 𖥧 𖥧 𖧧 #Nagano Tourism #Watercress Riverside Story #Afternoon Tea #Trip Gourmet

📍Trick Art Museum Karuizawa It was small but fun! What's great about this place is that dogs are allowed in✨ Next time I'll come and play with my dog! Recommended for those with dogs! 【INFORMATION】 Trick Art Museum Karuizawa 📮809 Kyu-Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture, 389-0102 🕑10:00-17:00 🚗Free parking available (behind the building) 💰¥1,500 #0 yen trip November