Karuizawa Day Trip from Tokyo

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Escape Tokyo's summer heat with a day trip to Karuizawa, a mountain resort known for its beautiful nature, upscale shops, and volcanic scenery, including the active Mount Asama.

1 plan · 6 places · 1 experience

Plan · 4 places · Karuizawa, Japan

Karuizawa Day Trip: From Shopping Street to Volcanic Park

“This day trip from Tokyo takes you through Karuizawa's charming shopping street, a tranquil temple, a beautiful pond, and finally up into the mountains to explore a dramatic volcanic park.”

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Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Shopping Street
Business park · Karuizawa
3.7 (1,230)
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This quaint street was once a post town on the Nakasendo route, connecting Kyoto with Tokyo over 300 years ago. Today, it's lined with charming cafes and stores selling souvenirs and local snacks. Perfect for a leisurely stroll and some local treats.
Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, 878 Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan
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Jinguji Temple
Buddhist temple · Karuizawa
4.0 (379)
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A quiet pocket of tranquility just a short stroll off the main shopping street. It offers a peaceful escape from the bustling shops.
Jingu-ji, 旧軽井沢-646 Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Stroll around Kumobaike Pond
Take a quick 10-minute stroll around the pond. Even if you're a bit early for the famous fall foliage, it's still incredibly beautiful in summer. The cool, tree-lined streets leading up to it are flanked by impressive holiday homes, making for a pleasant walk.
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Kumobaike Pond
Lake · Karuizawa
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Also known as 'Swan Lake,' this is one of Karuizawa's most popular scenic spots. It's beautiful year-round, even in summer, and is especially famous for its awesome fall foliage.
Kumoba Pond, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan
DucksYou can spot ducks gracefully swimming in the clear waters of Kumobaike Pond, adding to the serene atmosphere.
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Onioshidashi Park
National reserve · Tsumagoi
4.1 (10)Closed · opens Wednesday 8 AM
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A unique volcanic landscape created by a massive lava flow from Mount Asama's major eruption in 1783. The name 'Onioshidashi' includes the word 'oni' (demon), as people believed a demon was raging inside the crater, pushing rocks out. You can explore the park via three courses ranging from 30 to 60 minutes.
Onioshidashi Volcanic Park, 1053 Kanbara, Tsumagoi, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1593, Japan

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Karuizawa Station
Train station · Karuizawa
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The arrival point for your day trip to Karuizawa, easily accessible from Tokyo via the Hokuriku Shinkansen in just one hour. It's a relaxed setting ready for exploration.
Karuizawa Station, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan
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Mount Asama
Volcano · Tsumagoi
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Japan's most active volcano on the main island of Honshu. Its 1783 eruption caused widespread mudslides and stone avalanches, creating the dramatic landscape of Onioshidashi Park. You can view it from Onioshidashi Park.
Mount Asama, Kanbara, Tsumagoi, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1524, Japan

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