How to access
925 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi,
Kitasaku-gun, Nagano 389-0102
Kitasaku-gun, Nagano 389-0102
How to access
When coming by train
[Hokuriku Shinkansen]
・From Tokyo to Karuizawa Station: Roughly 1 hour and 10 min
・From Nagano to Karuizawa station: Roughly 30 min
・Roughly 5 min by taxi from Karuizawa Station (2 km)
[Notice on Shuttle Bus]
A free shuttle bus service to Karuizawa Station is available by reservation only for guests staying at Mampei Hotel .
Please check the timetable below and make reservations here .
・From Tokyo to Karuizawa Station: Roughly 1 hour and 10 min
・From Nagano to Karuizawa station: Roughly 30 min
・Roughly 5 min by taxi from Karuizawa Station (2 km)
[Notice on Shuttle Bus]
A free shuttle bus service to Karuizawa Station is available by reservation only for guests staying at Mampei Hotel .
Please check the timetable below and make reservations here .
When coming by car
[From Tokyo]
Roughly 20 min from the Usui-Karuizawa IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway
※During summer season and other times when traffic congestion is expected, we recommend exiting the Joshin-etsu Expressway at the Myogi-Matsuida IC and taking the the Former Usui Pass. (The Old Road rather than the Usui Bypass)
[From Nagoya]
From the Okaya JCT on the Chuo Expressway go to the Koshoku JCT on the Nagano Expressway; then, roughly 30 min from the Komoro IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway
Roughly 20 min from the Usui-Karuizawa IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway
※During summer season and other times when traffic congestion is expected, we recommend exiting the Joshin-etsu Expressway at the Myogi-Matsuida IC and taking the the Former Usui Pass. (The Old Road rather than the Usui Bypass)
[From Nagoya]
From the Okaya JCT on the Chuo Expressway go to the Koshoku JCT on the Nagano Expressway; then, roughly 30 min from the Komoro IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway
Parking information
Parking is free of charge. Guests staying at the hotel may use the parking lot that is for the exclusive use of guests.
Guests who have come to dine may also use the on-site parking lot. However, please be aware that you may be asked to use a nearby parking lot if no spaces are open. We thank you for your understanding.
Guests who have come to dine may also use the on-site parking lot. However, please be aware that you may be asked to use a nearby parking lot if no spaces are open. We thank you for your understanding.
Tourist attractions near Mampei Hotel
Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, the classic sightseeing spot
3 min by car, or 10 min on foot
Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza is one of the most well-known sightseeing spots in the Karuizawa area. It is the main street leading from the Kyu-Karuizawa Rotary to the Former Usui Pass.
St. Paul’s Catholic Church, also known as the “Church of Love”
6 min by car, or 13 min on foot
This is steepled church also appears in a novel by Hori Tatsuo. It was established in 1935 by the English priest Father L. Ward. You can also tour the church, except during weddings and services.
Karuizawa Shaw Memorial Church, the oldest church in Karuizawa
5 min by car, or 14 min on foot
The oldest church in Karuizawa, built in 1895 by missionary A. C. Shaw, who is considered the ‘Father of Karuizawa.’ The church is located in a tranquil wooded area passed the bustle of the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street.
A church in the forest that is open to all. Karuizawa Kogen Church
20 min by car
A large triangular-roofed church nestled in a wooded portion of Karuizawa. This is Karuizawa Kogen Church, which boasts a roughly 100-year history. The church holds seasonal events and gospel services in which anyone can participate.
Karuizawa New Art Museum, featuring art from the postwar era up to the present day
3 min by car, or 15 min on foot
The museum’s objective is to view excellent examples of art, primarily from the postwar era up to the present day, and widely present this art both within Japan and overseas. The museum also designs innovative exhibitions to meet the expectations of visitors from overseas.
Kumoba Pond, also known as Swan Lake, offers beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons.
8 min by car
Fresh greenery, autumn foliage, and snowscapes. No matter when you visit, the natural environment is always beautiful around Kumoba Pond. We invite you to enjoy a walk through the tranquil, serene atmosphere. There are also art museums and other sightseeing spots nearby.
Former Usui Pass Observation Platform
10 min by car
A spot with a spectacular view located at an altitude of 1,200 meters on the border between the Nagano and Gunma Prefecture. It offers a panoramic view of the majestic Mt. Asama and Myogi Mountain Range, and on clear days, visitors can see as far as the Southern Alps and Southern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group. It is also a popular spot for enjoying autumn foliage, which is best viewed between mid-October and early November.
Lake Shiozawa (Karuizawa Taliesin), offering picturesque scenery
15 min by car
A sightseeing spot along the shore of Lake Shiozawa that blends together art, history, and literature amid the rich natural environment. Museums, gardens, restaurants, and shops can be found throughout the area.
Karuizawa Garden Farm, with a view of Mt. Asama
18 min by car
Karuizawa Garden Farm, with a view of Mt. Asama, offers strawberry picking all year round. The strawberries, which are carefully nurtured using pure water and clean air, have a rich flavor and also taste great in smoothies. We highly recommend them.
Fantastic elegance. Shiraito Falls, an area full of negative ions
20 min by car
The beautiful Shiraito Falls form a curve 3 meters high and 70 meters wide. The entire area is enveloped in coolness, and the majestic scenery is enjoyable at any time of the year. In winter, the falls are illuminated for an even more fantastic sight.
Karuizawa Hotchi Ichiba, offering fresh local vegetables and other products
20 min by car
This direct-sales facility offers a wide variety of souvenirs and prepared dishes, primarily made using Kirishita vegetables, the brand name given to local highland vegetables grown in the Karuizawa climate and harvested in the morning. There is also an adjoining hands-on soba making workshop, restaurant, and other facilities.
Megane Bridge, fusing art and technology
22 min by car
With a length of 91 meters and a height of 31 meters, this was one of the largest brick railroad bridges ever built in Japan. While the line has been closed and trains no longer pass over the bridge, it is still open for pedestrian passage, and locals affectionately refer to it as “Megane-bashi (Glasses Bridge).”
