Karuizawa Day Tour｜Shiraito Falls・Kumoba Pond・Old Karuizawa Ginza Street・Karuizawa Outlet｜Depart from Shinjuku
- Easily visit Karuizawa without worries.
- Explore Karuizawa's popular natural hidden gems.
- Stroll along the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, discover unique cafes, famous jam shops, and local stores, and experience Karuizawa's relaxed and elegant resort atmosphere.
- Visit Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, one of Japan's largest resort-style outlets, with over 240 brand stores for you to choose from, satisfying both shopping and leisure needs at once.
- Direct access from Shinjuku to Karuizawa, eliminating the hassle of transfers and transportation planning, allowing you to easily explore Karuizawa's must-visit attractions in one day.
What to expect
Depart easily from Shinjuku and head to Karuizawa, Japan's renowned highland resort destination.
Due to the long distance, actual travel time may be extended in the event of traffic congestion. This itinerary is priced more favorably than round-trips via the Shinkansen, but long-distance travel and transportation changes should be taken into consideration. Please confirm that you accept these conditions before booking. Thank you for your understanding.
- Karuizawa Shiraito Falls (Shiraito no Taki) Located in Karuizawa Town, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, Shiraito Falls is one of Karuizawa’s most representative natural attractions. Unlike waterfalls formed by the convergence of rivers, the water source of Shiraito Falls comes from Mount Asama’s subterranean water, which naturally gushes out from the rock face to form water flows resembling threads of silk, hence the name “Shiraito Falls” (White Thread Falls).
- Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Street Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Street is Karuizawa’s most iconic shopping street and a must-visit strolling destination for many tourists coming to Karuizawa. This street retains the elegant atmosphere of a summer resort, blending European-style villa culture, historical architecture, famous gourmet eateries, and specialty souvenir shops, making it the best place to experience the charm of Karuizawa.
- St. Paul’s Catholic Church St. Paul’s Catholic Church is located near Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Street and is one of Karuizawa’s most representative landmarks, as well as a must-visit attraction for many tourists during their strolls. Completed in 1935 and designed by the renowned architect Antonin Raymond, the church blends Western church architecture with the style of natural mountains and forests, perfectly complementing Karuizawa’s summer resort culture.
- Kumoba Pond Kumoba Pond is located between Karuizawa Station and Kyu-Karuizawa, and is one of Karuizawa’s most famous autumn foliage viewing spots. The lake surface is as calm as a mirror, reflecting the surrounding forests and sky, which is why it is also known as “Swan Lake.” Every autumn, fiery red maples and their reflections on the lake complement each other, attracting numerous photography enthusiasts to visit.
- Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza Located next to the south exit of JR Karuizawa Station, it is one of Japan’s largest resort-style outlets. The shopping center is surrounded by mountains and greenery, combining shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, allowing travelers to enjoy a relaxed and pleasant shopping time amidst natural landscapes. With approximately 240 brand stores, it offers everything from international luxury boutiques and outdoor sports gear to specialty Japanese products.
Reviews
We neglected to realize that this wasnt an english tour, but the tour guide (carp) so kindly accommodated us anyway! All the places we went to were so cool. The trip was an overall massive success on our end!
The itinerary was packed and comprehensive. Although the time spent at each attraction was a bit short due to the long distances, almost all major sights were included, making it a very worthwhile tour. The guide was responsible and dedicated, and enthusiastically answered questions. I highly recommend this tour.
The tour guide was attentive, the itinerary was rich and covered must-see attractions in Karuizawa. It's suitable for families, offers great value for money, and is highly recommended. Different seasons bring different changes. 😁
Honestly, the sightseeing spots in Karuizawa were far less attractive and the non-stop rain made it even worse. However, the price of this tour was very economical and the price alone already covered the transportation cost going back and fro between Tokyo and Karuizawa. Our Korean lady tour guide did her best to make sure everyone in this 34 persons group following the scheduled time. The coach driver was very experienced as well.
This was a great trip; both the guide and driver were very professional. It was safe, efficient, and the schedule and itinerary were well-planned. It's a highly recommended trip. The first stop was Shiraito Falls, which would be quite difficult to reach without a private car. Even if you rent a car, you'd have to navigate winding mountain roads. At the second stop, Ginza-dori, the guide introduced many famous shops.
This trip happened to coincide with the Emperor of Japan's birthday holiday, and there was traffic on the road, but thank you to Ms. Fumiko and the driver for arranging the itinerary so well. The itinerary was great, it's just a pity that there wasn't enough time for shopping, but they did their best. I recommend this trip!
Highly recommended tour! Although it takes three to four hours each way for a one-way trip, Karuizawa in the maple leaf season is totally worth it! The tour guide, Ms. Feng, is responsible and diligent, and her control and notification of the time are clear and understandable, allowing the trip to proceed smoothly!
Great tour to see the falls, pond and some shopping. No need to plan which train to take or bus to get to important points of destination.
The tour guide's explanations were detailed and thoughtful, the weather was great, the scenery was beautiful, and the tour bus seats were comfortable. I would choose other tours again in the future.
Karuizawa is a great summer retreat with its beautiful scenery and cool climate. Cycling around the lake, strolling through the streets of Old Karuizawa, and enjoying desserts and coffee are refreshing and leave unforgettable memories. Our enthusiastic tour leader guided us through this wonderful trip.
Good to know
- Vehicle type used: Vehicles are dispatched according to the number of people. For small groups, a driver who also serves as an attendant will be arranged to provide full travel services, without an additional tour leader. Please be aware.
- Please note that no refunds will be given for itinerary changes or cancellation of attractions due to force majeure factors such as traffic or weather.
- This itinerary involves long travel times. Those with significant fluctuations in physical condition (such as pregnant women) should assess their health before deciding to participate. Any sudden situations arising from physical discomfort during the trip, such as inability to receive timely medical attention, must be borne by the individual. Please be aware.
- If it is not possible to visit Shiraito Falls due to weather conditions, the itinerary will be changed to Kumano Kodo Shrine. Please understand.
- The flowering or autumn foliage viewing period may vary slightly due to weather conditions. Once the tour is formed, it will proceed as scheduled regardless of the blooming/foliage situation. Please be aware.
- Bus seating arrangements are subject to on-site allocation and cannot be specified. Please understand.
- Depending on the road conditions on the day, the departure time and route for each sightseeing spot may be adjusted. No refunds will be given for itinerary changes or cancellation of attractions due to force majeure factors such as traffic or weather. Please understand.
- This itinerary involves a relatively long journey. If traffic jams are encountered, the actual停留時間 (stay time) may be adjusted. Please bear with us.
- Due to the longer travel time, the actual arrival time will be affected by factors such as traffic and weather. The times above are estimates only. Please avoid arranging other activities after the day's itinerary. Our company will not be responsible for any losses caused by delays. Please understand.
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