The charm of Karuizawa

①Easy access from Tokyo

Karuizawa is very easily accessible from Tokyo, so you can easily visit even just for a weekend.

・For Shinkansen

It takes about an hour to get from Tokyo Station to Karuizawa Station. There are rental car shops near the station, so you can easily travel by car from Karuizawa Station to your vacation home or tourist spots.

・By car

If you use the Kan-etsu Expressway or Joshin-etsu Expressway, you can reach the area from Tokyo in about 2.5 to 3 hours, making it a great place for a day trip or weekend getaway.

②Rich nature

Karuizawa is a place where you can enjoy the changing seasons. Surrounded by lush forests, rivers, and lakes, it is ideal for hiking, cycling, golf, and other outdoor activities. Karuizawa's clean air also makes it a great place to enjoy stargazing at night.

3. Comfortable climate

The average summer temperature in Karuizawa is around 20°C, which is about 5°C cooler than the summer temperatures in central Tokyo, making it an ideal summer escape. Karuizawa is at a high altitude and has a highland climate, so it rarely experiences midsummer temperatures compared to other parts of Japan.

④ Delicious food and wine

You can enjoy restaurants using local ingredients, bakeries, cafes surrounded by nature, and wine. In addition, at the Hatchi Market in the Hatchi area, you can find fresh vegetables and fruits just picked by local producers, allowing you to experience the unique local ingredients. You can purchase seasonal highland vegetables and fruits directly, so they are recommended for cooking at your vacation home or as souvenirs. Also, the famous local supermarket Tsuruya is a must-see spot, highly recommended by the it's House staff. Known for its overwhelming selection, it is the perfect place to look for souvenirs and purchase local ingredients.

⑤Beautiful scenery and cityscape

Karuizawa, which has flourished as a summer resort since the Meiji era, is dotted with buildings that evoke history and culture, such as churches and art museums.The town of Karuizawa has also established its own nature conservation standards to protect the landscape and natural environment.

Strict regulations are in place regarding the height and exterior color of buildings, maintaining a beautiful cityscape that blends in with the natural environment.

This time, we introduced the charms of Karuizawa in five points.

We will continue to share the charms of Karuizawa's nature, cityscape, and vacation home life, so stay tuned!