Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza is one of the most well-known sightseeing spots in the Karuizawa area. It is the main street leading from the Kyu-Karuizawa Rotary to the Former Usui Pass.

This is steepled church also appears in a novel by Hori Tatsuo. It was established in 1935 by the English priest Father L. Ward. You can also tour the church, except during weddings and services.

The oldest church in Karuizawa, built in 1895 by missionary A. C. Shaw, who is considered the ‘Father of Karuizawa.’ The church is located in a tranquil wooded area passed the bustle of the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street.

Founded in 1906, by the entrepreneur Naoyoshi Yamamoto, this hotel came to be known as the “Rokumeikan* of Karuizawa” and was long cherished by many cultural figures and leaders of the financial world.
In 1980, it was designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. Today, it is no longer operated as a hotel; instead, its interior is open to the public, preserving and conveying its historical legacy to the present day.
*The place of socializing that symbolized a whole period of the Meiji era

This is the tutelary shrine of Karuizawa, quietly nestled in the forest of Old Karuizawa.
The shrine grounds are home to many ancient and towering trees, and the space is filled with sacred energy, making it well known as a powerful spiritual spot.

Fresh greenery, autumn foliage, and snowscapes. No matter when you visit, the natural environment is always beautiful around Kumoba Pond. We invite you to enjoy a walk through the tranquil, serene atmosphere. There are also art museums and other sightseeing spots nearby.

A shrine uniquely located on a prefectural border, making it a rare site even nationwide.
Situated at the summit of Usui Pass, this ancient shrine is said to have been founded by Yamato Takeru.
A linden tree (shinanoki) over 100 years old has long been revered as a sacred tree believed to bring good fortune and foster meaningful connections.
Nearby, a scenic lookout offers sweeping views of Mount Asama and the Myogi mountain range, and on clear days, the Southern Alps and Mount Yatsugatake can also be seen.

A sightseeing area where visitors can enjoy Karuizawa’s rich natural surroundings while encountering cultural heritage such as Suikyū-so. The site features the Peynet Museum, which repurposes the nationally designated Important Cultural Property Karuizawa Summer House, along with various restaurants and shops scattered throughout the area.

Karuizawa Garden Farm, with a view of Mt. Asama, offers strawberry picking all year round. The strawberries, which are carefully nurtured using pure water and clean air, have a rich flavor and also taste great in smoothies. We highly recommend them.

The beautiful Shiraito Falls form a curve 3 meters high and 70 meters wide. The entire area is enveloped in coolness, and the majestic scenery is enjoyable at any time of the year. In winter, the falls are illuminated for an even more fantastic sight.

This direct-sales facility offers a wide variety of souvenirs and prepared dishes, primarily made using Kirishita vegetables, the brand name given to local highland vegetables grown in the Karuizawa climate and harvested in the morning. There is also an adjoining hands-on soba making workshop, restaurant, and other facilities.

With a length of 91 meters and a height of 31 meters, this was one of the largest brick railroad bridges ever built in Japan. While the line has been closed and trains no longer pass over the bridge, it is still open for pedestrian passage, and locals affectionately refer to it as “Megane-bashi (Glasses Bridge).”