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View Gallery- Karuizawa-eki (railroad station), 1.9km
Access information
- 5 minutes by taxi from JR Karuizwa Station south exit.
- 12 minutes drive from Karuizawa Interchange on Joshinetsu Expressway.
40 minutes by bus from Kumamoto Airport. 15 minutes by tram from JR Kumamoto station, get off at Torichosuji stop. 10 minutes by tram or bus from Shin-Suizenji Station on the JR Hohi Line 10 minutes by car from the JR Kumamoto station.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.