[2025 Karuizawa Attraction] Travel Guide for Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church (Updated Jul)

Karuizawa, in addition to the very sweet price of Prince Oulet, there are also Old Karuizawa, Shiraito Falls, St. Paul's Catholic Church, and Stone Church. It is located in Japan and yet has an exotic atmosphere; it is only an hour’s drive from Ueno, but it feels as if you can leave behind the troubles of the world and experience the extraordinary life. If you go to Nakakaruizawa, I recommend going to the Villagers' Dining Hall, where you can experience the charm of Hoshino Resorts at an affordable price. 📍Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rRBZxt5cg3pCqJ2t8 #JanuaryGoodPlaces2025

#JulyGoodPlace2025 #Karuizawa #OldKaruizawa #Church #ChurchWedding Karuizawa's main shopping street, OldKaruizawa Ginza Street, has many small shops, from honey, jam or must-buy bakery, and many handicrafts. Walk all the way to the middle, through the mall, and you will reach another famous attraction, St. Paul's Catholic Church, hidden in the woods, the wooden church is very dreamy. #KaruizawaWalk #Tokyo #JapanTravel #SummerResort

Speaking of Karuizawa, it's "churches" This time we will introduce "St. Paul's Catholic Church" 🍀 A very historic wooden church ⛪️ Designed by Antonin Raymond You can visit it except during wedding ceremonies and services 🩶 ✤Opening hours: 9:00-16:00 Please be sure to go and check it out ✨ ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈ ••✼ ➸Recommended spot information📍Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church✤Address: 179 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture✤Access: Karuizawa Station▶︎4 minutes by taxi ✤Parking: None (there is a paid parking lot nearby)✤Cost: Free ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen travel January 2025 #Karuizawa #Karuizawa trip #Karuizawa sightseeing #Church #Church tour #Nagano #Nagano sightseeing

The early winter in Karuizawa has a kind of indifferent beauty. There was a slight chill in the air, and the hills in the distance were covered with a thin layer of snow, as if announcing the arrival of winter to visitors. This journey allowed me to fully experience the diverse charm of this summer resort, from natural scenery to architectural art, from food to culture. The first stop of the journey is the famous Kumoba Pond, this quiet little pond is known as the "Swan Lake" of Karuizawa. Although the maple leaves around are almost falling, there are still scattered red and golden leaves dotted on the dead branches. As the wind blows, the leaves gently fall and are reflected on the calm lake surface, like a natural impressionist painting. The water in the pond is clear, reflecting the shadows of the surrounding trees and the blue sky and white clouds. The ducks are swimming leisurely in the water. The whole scene makes people slow down and immerse themselves in it. After leaving Kumoba Pond, I took the classic Karuizawa train. The carriage has a retro feel and travels slowly through the forests and fields. The scenery outside the window unfolds like a poem. The hilltops in the distance are slightly white, reminding us of the existence of winter. However, this short journey is filled with a romantic atmosphere. Next, I came to the Karuizawa Senju Hiroshi Museum designed by Ryue Nishizawa. The art museum is cleverly integrated into the natural environment. The building features pure white exterior walls and smooth curves, as if it is blending into the surrounding forest. The exhibition hall displays Hiroshi Senju's works, among which the most representative "Waterfall Series" is shocking with its bold brushstrokes and deep blue. Walking in the art gallery, amidst the interweaving of light and shadow, you can not only appreciate art but also feel the perfect combination of architecture and nature. At noon, I headed to Elm Street Town, a commercial district with a European feel. There are various specialty shops and cafes on both sides of the winding alleys. Here I tasted the local specialty hot apple pie. The crispy crust and sweet apple filling made me want to eat one bite after another, and I couldn’t stop at all! In the afternoon, we visited the Stone Church and Karuizawa St. Paul's Church in Hoshino Village. The Stone Church was built in memory of the architect Kenzo Uchimura. Its design is very Zen-like, with stone and glass interwoven together. The sunlight shines into the church through the glass, making you feel like you are in a spiritual space. St. Paul's Church is famous for its simple wooden structure, and its red exterior walls look particularly dazzling under the blue sky of early winter. There is a peaceful and sacred atmosphere inside and outside the church, which makes people want to stay for a moment and calm their hearts. In the evening, I strolled to Karuizawa Ginza-dori. This street combines tradition and modernity, with both old Japanese shops and European-style buildings. I chose Kawakami-an, a popular local restaurant, as my dinner location and enjoyed a bowl of warm Japanese soba noodles. The noodles are delicate and chewy, and paired with the rich sauce, they are particularly stomach-warming. The tempura on the side is crispy and delicious, and every bite is full of happiness! Karuizawa has a different charm at night. I stayed at Hoshino Village, a resort that combines hot springs, nature and high-end facilities. After dinner, I took a dip in the warm outdoor hot springs. Heat rises in the slightly cool night sky, the whispers of the Karuizawa forest are in my ears, and occasionally the gurgling of a stream in the distance can be heard. At this moment, the whole person seems to be integrated with nature, and the body and mind are completely relaxed. The next morning, I went to the villagers' canteen to have breakfast. The ingredients here are all freshly supplied by local farmers. Simple rice, miso soup and seasonal vegetables can make you feel full of happiness. After eating, take a walk in the surrounding forest and breathe in the fresh air to put a perfect end to this trip. Although Karuizawa is no longer covered with red leaves in early winter, it still displays its charm in a quiet and restrained way. Whether it is the natural landscape, architectural design, or the local food and culture, they are all unforgettable. Next time I come, I will definitely choose late autumn to see how brilliant this land looks when the maple leaves are in full bloom! 🍁

Why not spend some time cooling off in Karuizawa, ranked number one in the nation's summer resort rankings? I have posted a route and schedule that will get you around efficiently, so please use it as reference... Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church (Photo 2) 179 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 9:00-16:00 Open every day Free entry 🚲 Free in front of the church 🚾 Locked A majestic wooden building built in 1935 Quiet 😌... La bitz Karuizawa Lace Shop (Photo 3) 739-1 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi 10:00-17:00 Closed on Thursdays (Open every day in summer) There are so many timber-framed houses in Karuizawa that it's wonderful just to look at them... Karuizawa Ginza Shopping Association (Photo 4) 878 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 9:30am - 6:30pm Opening hours vary by store 🚾 Near the rotary / behind the post office / store 🚲 Behind the rotary, the main street of Kyu Karuizawa stretches for about 750m, and is full of souvenir shops, food stalls, cafes, and more.It is not a pedestrian zone, so bicycles are OK.It gets crowded, so please follow the traffic rules. Atelier de Fromage Kyu Karuizawa store (Photo 5) 2-1 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 10:00am - 6:00pm Closed on Thursdays 🚲 In front of the store Many different types of cheese are sold, and the show window features many different kinds of cheesecakes 🧀 The fresh cheese is delicious ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ Karuizawa Glass Craft Museum (Photo 6) 386-6 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 10:00-18:00 Irregular holidays (open every day in August) Beautiful glass purchased from all over the world is on sale 🚲 You can enter near the store after getting the owner's permission 🚾 Located on the second floor ... Kumoba Pond (Photo 7) Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture Free entry 🚲 Free parking available 🚾 Free The lush pond has a walking path of about 1 km, perfect for a stroll ... ⬇️ Parking and bicycle rentals here Old Karuizawa Rotary 2 Parking Lot 9-6 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture 02674258009:00-18:30 Open every day🅿️1,000 yen per time Rental bicycle 1,000 yen per time Bicycle with child seat 1,500 yen *Business hours, holidays and fees may change depending on the season. Please check in advance. .................................................................................................... ~Schedule~ Park at [Old Karuizawa Rotary 2] 🚗↓ 🚶 4 minutes to wander around [Old Karuizawa Ginza Street] eating snacks & buy lunch 🍞↓ 🚶 4 minutes to return to [Old Karuizawa Rotary 2 Parking Lot] and rent a bicycle ↓ 🚲 5 minutes to [Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church] ↓ 🚲 1 minute to [La bitz] ↓ 🚲 1 minute to [Karuizawa Ginza Shopping Street] 🚲 You can ride, but we wanted to take our time looking around so the adults got off and pushed their bikes along the way. It looked easy for the kids as they just sat there↓From the rotary🚲1 minute [Atelier de Fromage Kyu Karuizawa store]↓🚲2 minutes [Karuizawa Glass Craft Museum]↓🚲7 minutes [Kumoba Pond]↓🚲7 minutes [Kyu Karuizawa Rotary 2]Returned the bike and left by carSpent time on foot at Kyu Karuizawa Ginza Street for 1.5 hoursSpent time walking around with rented bikes for just under 2 hoursTotal time was 3.5 hoursWe arrived at 🅿️ at 9am and finished by 1pm♪‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ ☑︎🚲 Recommended points・You can do sightseeing efficiently・Both children and adults can ride bicycles easily♪・This parking lot is convenient because you can rent bicycles・Riding along the road lined with larch trees, a tree that represents Karuizawa, on the way to and from Kumoba Pond is very cool and pleasant (Photo 1)‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ ☑︎Checkpoint・Even though it is a summer resort, the sun is strong, so when riding a bicycle, you should bring a hat, sunscreen, and a thin bottle of water.・There were no helmets available for rental, so if you are concerned about this, please bring your own・The parking lot we used this time will give you a map! They will kindly tell you the route to the place you want to go and the time it will take😊Even if this parking lot is full, there are many parking lots and rental bicycles nearby👍🏻‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ #Domestic trip #Travel with me #Karuizawa

St. Paul's Catholic Church is one of the famous attractions in Karuizawa. It is located in the old Karuizawa area and is close to the shopping street, so the two itineraries can be arranged together. St. Paul's Catholic Church was founded in 1935 and designed by Czech-born American architect Antonin Raymond. The entire building is made of wood mixed with cement slabs. At that time, it was very unique and distinctive! 💒 The church is not big, but if you like architecture, it is still worth a visit! #Japanese and Korean urban attractions