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"A high-end mountain retreat popular with Tokyoites for weekend escapes, known for onsen bathing and easy access to hiking trails in a resort town often described as the 'Hamptons of Japan.'" - Catherine Heald
Waterfront bungalows, onsen, spa, and fine dining in serene setting
2157-428 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan Get directions
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Restaurant · Karuizawa
Local ingredients creatively prepared in a fusion style
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Cottage · Karuizawa
Wood-paneled cottages with Wi-Fi, BBQ, communal bath, and dining
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Art museum · Karuizawa
Wooded estate with illustrated books, historic exhibits, and garden
Modern art museum · Karuizawa
Museum featuring artist Hiroshi Senju's watercolors and architecture
Japanese inn · Karuizawa
Laid-back hot spring inn with open-air baths, BBQ
Tourist attraction · Karuizawa
Stately hotel turned museum, Western architecture, furniture
Hotel · Karuizawa
Serene rooms, refined dining, tranquil hot spring hotel
Terrace with fire pit, airy cafe/bar, lounge, complimentary parking
Day-use onsen · Karuizawa
Hot springs baths, sauna, cold pool, cafe, nature views
Upscale hotel with restaurant, spa, communal open-air bath