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Trip Details

Duration

10 Hours

Group Size

5 Persons

Trip Type

1 Day Trip

$399 per group

Private Karuizawa Day Trip – Nature, Shopping & Scenic Escape

Experience the peaceful beauty of Karuizawa, one of Japan’s most popular mountain getaways. Located in Nagano Prefecture, Karuizawa is known for its European-style streets, luxury shopping, natural landscapes, and cool climate — making it a perfect day escape from Tokyo.
Enjoy a comfortable private transfer with an English-speaking driver and design your ideal route through Karuizawa’s highlights. Visit beautiful nature spots like Shiraito Falls and Kumoba Pond, stroll through Karuizawa Ginza Street lined with boutiques and cafés, or relax among art, architecture, and gardens.
You’ll also explore the town’s famous Stone Church and Harunire Terrace — two of the most photographed places in Karuizawa. With flexible timing, scenic drives, and a private car all day, this tour blends nature, culture, and relaxation perfectly.
Whether you’re visiting in spring blossoms, summer greenery, autumn colors, or winter snow — Karuizawa’s charm never fades.

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What to bring

Itinerary

  • Pick-Up

    Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your Tokyo hotel, followed by a scenic drive to the beautiful highland town of Karuizawa.

  • Shiraito Falls

    Visit this enchanting waterfall where spring water gently cascades over a moss-covered cliff, creating a peaceful and photogenic natural scene.

  • Old Karuizawa Ginza Street

    Stroll through a charming shopping street lined with cafés, souvenir shops, and boutiques offering handmade crafts and local treats.

  • Harunire Terrace

    Enjoy a relaxing lunch stop at this elegant wooden terrace complex, surrounded by trees and streams in a tranquil natural setting.

  • Stone Church & Kogen Church

    Explore two iconic spiritual landmarks, celebrated for their serene architecture that harmoniously blends with nature.

  • Kumoba Pond (Cloud Pond)

    Admire mirror-like reflections of trees and sky at this scenic pond, especially stunning during spring and autumn.

  • Drop-Off

    Depart from Karuizawa and return to Tokyo, concluding your day with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel.

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