Karuizawa Hoshino Area

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The Ultimate Guide to Karuizawa Hoshino Area

August 10, 2025 / Chūbu Region, Hidden Gems, Nagano Prefecture

Karuizawa, Japan’s famous summer resort, is one of the most popular destinations close to Tokyo. In addition to the spots close to Karuizawa Station, such as Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, Karuizawa Hoshino Area in Naka-Karuizawa is gaining popularity. While the area north of Shinano Railway’s Naka-Karuizawa Station requires some walking to get to, the good […]

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Uchimura Kanzō Memorial Stone Church Karuizawa Nagano Japan

The Best Guide to the Uchimura Kanzō Memorial Stone Church

December 18, 2024 / Chūbu Region, Hidden Gems, Nagano Prefecture, The Must-Visit Churches in Japan

Karuizawa has many churches. While not locating in the town center, Uchimura Kanzō Memorial Stone Church in Karuizawa Hoshino Area is the one you have to visit, even if you don’t believe in god. The church is just like an artwork. Whether you understand architecture or not, the building will manage to amaze you.

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