Prayers have been heard here for hundreds of years towards Japan’s largest golden Daikokuten (God of Wealth).
A quiet and relaxing area where the four seasons of Karuizawa are reflected on the pond surface.
A quiet onsen area which prospered in the Meiji and Taisho Eras, it is also known as the birthplace of the onsen icon.
A hotel and chapel that best relate the dignity and history of Karuizawa.
Ichinomiya Nukisaki Shrine is also known as “the shrine to step down to” since you have to go up the sando path and then go down the other side. There is a certain majesty that surrounds the distinct main building of the shrine.
A shopping street with a sense of history about the development of the resort area of Karuizawa.
An elegant building which tells of its development in the resort area of Karuizawa.
Japan’s largest arched brick bridge joining the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean.
An observation point located at the top of the Usuitoge Pass where the splendid scenery from the age of the Man'yōshū can be treasured.
Karuizawa’s oldest church is a product of the original settlers of Karuizawa.
The trailblazing path of a resort hotel that has retained its formal atmosphere.
Enjoy the autumn leaves of Usuitoge Pass which gave rise to the song “Momiji” (Maples) that has come to symbolize the season in Japan.
One of Japan’s most difficult transportation routes where various stories were born from the age of myth.
A wildlife kingdom where you can observe animals from the comfort of your car.
An interactive railway theme park which relates about the history of one of the most difficult transportation routes of the Japanese railway, Usuitoge Pass.
A post town built by the Tokugawa shogunate.
The famous terminus on what was once Japan’s steepest slope whose ekiben was also famous.
A venerable shop which opened over 100 years ago, it is here where you can change into the traditional work wear of Japanese women.
Stone statues of the 47 Ronin which took 20 years to build stand in front of a rock cavern.
The shrine buildings reveal the beauty of magnificent Japanese architecture at the center of worship toward Mt. Myogi.
A nature-filled day onsen surrounded by the mountains.
The mountain which is bristling with strangely-shaped rocks is one of Japan’s Three Great Rare Scenic Beauties. The scene of interweaving fall colors and unusual rocks is especially beautiful.
The World Heritage site silk factory which contributed to the modernization of Japan.
Enjoy the sand bath with active natural sea salt from Isobe Onsen. Get that healthy body from its detoxifying effects.
A huge substation that was the first to electrify the main railroad.
A silk manufacturing plant that has continued to protect the traditions of raw silk making
The walking trail that was once a railway line a century ago is located within a national park.
