Things to do in Karuizawa
Japan·21 bookable experiences
Karuizawa sits in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, and there are 21 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.
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Wild Bird Sanctuary Forest Guided Tour in Nagano
Picchio's nature watching tour takes advantage of the abundant nature surrounding Karuizawa, immersing guests in a tranquil forest environment to enjoy nature as it is. There is the opportunity to see wildlife including…

Japanese Noodle Making Class
Whether you are a child or a foreign tourist, anyone can enjoy authentic soba noodle making experience at Shinshu Soba Restaurant Yamahei in Karuizawa Prince Outlets (5-minute walk from Karuizawa Shinkansen Station). An…

Karuizawa Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Karuizawa! Karuizawa is a quaint mountain resort that’s rich in nature and a prime…

Karuizawa Private Vehicle Service with Restaurant Reservation
Discover Karuizawa (located in Nagano Prefecture) in comfort and style with a private chartered vehicle tour designed just for you. Whether you’re interested in exploring cultural landmarks, browsing vibrant local…

Wildlife Night Drive in Nagano, Japan
The biggest feature of this tour is the high chance of seeing wild animals. The wildlife encounter rate over the past 3 years has been 99.5%.The guides at Picchio are familiar with the ecology of all the wildlife…

Wild Japanese Flying Squirrel Watching Tour in Nagano
During this tour, guests will have the opportunity to observe the Japanese giant flying squirrel, an endemic species of Japan and one of the largest flying squirrel species in the world, as it opens its cloak-like body…

Ski lesson around KARUIZAWA
Qualified instructors will provide easy-to-understand and kind instruction in skiing and telemarking for beginners to intermediate skiers. The content of the lessons can be changed between morning and afternoon, so…

Snow Monkey in "Jigokudani Yaen-koen" & Obuse Town
You will go around famous sightseeing spots in Hokushin (Northern Nagano) area. First, you will see the Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park worldly known for its snow monkeys. Then you will go to Obuse Town, which is…

Karuizawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Karuizawa! Karuizawa is a quaint mountain resort that’s rich in nature and a prime…

Relax and refresh in Karuizawa Forest! Shinanoji down trekking around two people
Shinanoji Nature Trail is a hiking course about 10km in length, which is almost a descent from the peak teahouse. Walk about 7,5 km to the hot spots in Oze, which has many attractions. A downhill trek is relaxed while…

Experience Local Soba Making in Karuizawa
Lesson will be given by a professional Soba chef with an English translator. Young and old can enjoy it at ease.

~Exploring the nature and sightseeing spots of Karuizawa~ Forest bathing cycling
Enjoy a leisurely cycling tour of Karuizawa's classic spots. After renting a bicycle in front of Karuizawa Station, head to Kumobaike Pond, Karuizawa's most scenic spot. After getting off the bike and strolling around…

Trekking on the Mt. Asama with a great view
It is a trekking tour with an exclusive guide to the summit of the small Asama mountain of the Asama mountain foot. Koasayama is a parasitic volcano on the eastern foot of Mt. Asama at an altitude of 1,655 m. A guide…

Hands-Free Private Sightseeing Shuttle from Karuizawa to Kusatsu
Meet in Karuizawa as early as 10:00 a.m. and enjoy a relaxed, flexible journey to Kusatsu with a dedicated private guide until up to 5:00 p.m. Travel comfortably by private vehicle, avoiding crowded buses and trains,…

Visit the amazing views and power spots of ...
Tour highlights: A long time ago, it was said that it was the most difficult place on Nakasendo. In this tour, we will aim for a scenic spot from the former Karuizawa Ginza through the boardwalk of the Suigaki Pass. The…

-Snow mountain hiking at the foot of Asama- Karuizawa Snowshoe Tour
A guided tour that uses snowshoe to trek the vast field of Asama. Courses for beginners, intermediates, and advanced students can be selected depending on the level, so anyone of all ages can participate. While looking…

Private Photoshoot Experience in Karuizawa
We’re a husband-and-wife team based in Nagano prefecture, offering relaxed, natural photo sessions for international travelers. With two cameras and one shared passion, we capture your journey with warmth and…

Tour with a dedicated car! Visiting the basic tourist spots in Karuizawa (half day course / Japanese guide)
We recommend visiting Karuizawa sightseeing spots for those who want to go around sightseeing spots in Karuizawa efficiently in a short time, or for the first time in Karuizawa. A local taxi driver guides you through…

Usui Pass Edo Era Walk
Step into the Edo period and follow in the footsteps of shoguns and travelers on the historic Nakasendo. This guided walking tour takes you across the Usui Pass, once known as the most difficult section of the route,…

Old Nakasendo trekking from Karuizawa-Beyond Sugahi Pass to Sakamoto Hotel-
Walk past Karuizawa inn from the former Nakayama Road to the Sakamoto inn. Sui Hui is a place that was once said to be the most difficult place in Zhongshan Road. At the top of the Usui Pass, you can see the view point…

Karuizawa Private Customizable Full Day Tour
This private and customizable tour for Karuizawa city (in Nagano Prefecture) is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to…
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