Local Guide
Find a one-of-a-kind souvenir at a variety store in Karuizawa

Karuizawa, a bustling villa town, has many stores selling stylish furniture and miscellaneous goods. Whether you want a memento of your trip or a souvenir for family and friends, why not try finding a unique item at one of Karuizawa's unique miscellaneous goods stores, from long-established lace specialty stores to tasteful imported goods stores?

An interior shop nestled in the forest of Miyota, a unique area

"Pace around" means "to walk around." The store is packed with furniture, kitchen goods, and wooden products.
"Pace around" means "to walk around." The store is packed with furniture, kitchen goods, and wooden products.

This furniture and miscellaneous goods select shop is located in Miyotamachi, an area known for its individuality and where many creators have relocated. The owner, who is originally from Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture, purchases and sells Scandinavian and vintage items that he fell in love with during a trip to Europe. The concept is "simple living in the forest." Used books and CDs are also on display, and the shop aims to allow customers to relax in the store and take home the unique atmosphere of pace around.

The owner also sells organic wine and coffee beans carefully selected by the owner.

The organic wines on sale are mainly from France and Italy, and can be purchased for around 2,000 yen.
The organic wines on sale are mainly from France and Italy, and can be purchased for around 2,000 yen.

Besides the furniture and miscellaneous goods, you should also check out the original coffee, bread, and wine. In addition to selling coffee beans roasted in-house under the name "Funnel Coffee Roasters," drip coffee can also be ordered. Freshly baked bread and sweets are beautifully displayed in the store, and can be enjoyed inside or at the cafe on the terrace. There is also a wine cellar, selling European organic wines carefully selected by the owner. Take your time and enjoy searching for your favorite items.

Comments Local Guide
The furniture, such as chairs and lamps, sold here are imported from Europe and the US, but recently there have also been many domestic manufacturers. Many customers like the store's selection and purchase furniture for their vacation homes little by little every year.
pace around
  • URLhttps://www.pacearound.co.jp/
  • 住所400-158 Shiono, Miyota-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 25 minutes by car from JR Karuizawa Station
  • バスアクセスFrom Nakakaruizawa Station on the Shinano Railway, take the Chikuma Bus bound for "Karuizawa Town Circulator Bus - JA Karuizawa Branch Office / Mitsuishi Community Center" for about 40 minutes, then get off at "Mitsuishi Community Center" and walk for about 30 minutes.
  • 営業時間10:00〜18:00
  • 定休日Tuesday and Wednesday
  • TEL0267-32-7007
  • 駐車場free

A furniture and miscellaneous goods store offering Karuizawa-style outdoor living

The interior of the store is designed to resemble an "outdoor villa living room."
The interior of the store is designed to resemble an "outdoor villa living room."

Enjoy breakfast on the deck terrace of your villa surrounded by the soft morning light and the chirping of birds. This store specializes in miscellaneous goods and furniture that will make your outdoor living experience in Karuizawa a reality. The store is packed with items that will make your garden or terrace more enjoyable, from miscellaneous goods such as oil lamps, lantern-shaped speakers, and Scandinavian-style vases to tableware with natural motifs and furniture such as outdoor chairs. You'll also find items that will come in handy for camping and glamping.

Check out the trends at in-store pop-up displays

Popular items such as the "Lantern-shaped Speaker" for 14,080 yen are displayed on the shelf in the center of the store. You can check the trends here.
Popular items such as the "Lantern-shaped Speaker" for 14,080 yen are displayed on the shelf in the center of the store. You can check the trends here.

Among the many products, the most popular is a lantern-shaped speaker for outdoor use. It can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth, so it's perfect for camping, at home, or when traveling. There are also other recommended products on display that correspond to the season, so you'll always find something new every time you visit. There is also a cafe corner in the store, where in the summer they serve snacks using seasonal fruits.You can enjoy frappes, hot chocolate in the cold season, and more.

Comments Local Guide
Moriasobi also provides total coordination for outdoor living, including construction of deck terraces and balconies and furniture suggestions.
Moria Asobi
  • URLhttps://www.hoshino-area.jp/harunireterrace/moriasobi/
  • 住所Nagano Prefecture, Kitasaku District, Karuizawa Town, Nagakura 2145-5 Karuizawa Hoshino Area "Harunire Terrace" MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 15 minutes by car from JR Karuizawa Station
    Approximately 5 minutes by car from Nakakaruizawa Station on the Shinano Railway
  • バスアクセスFrom JR Karuizawa Station, take the Seibu Tourist Bus bound for "Hoshino hot spring Tombo no Yu via Kyu-Karuizawa" for about 20 minutes and get off at "Hoshino hot spring Tombo no Yu" and walk for about 10 minutes.
  • 営業時間10:00〜18:00
  • 定休日Open daily
  • 駐車場Paid (2 hours free for purchases of 2,000 yen or more in the Hoshino area)

Find your favorite items at the general store in the forest

A wide range of cute and exciting everyday items
A wide range of cute and exciting everyday items

This is a general goods store in a cute white-walled house surrounded by green trees. Passing through the arch, you will find a small garden with benches, where families can relax in the shade. Inside the store, you will find a variety of everyday items that will add color to your life, such as African basket bags, interior accessories from Northern and Eastern Europe, and Japanese stationery. You can enjoy an exciting treasure hunt feeling as you browse through gardening furniture, bags, clothes, accessories, and more.

Comments Local Guide
Perfect for those who like natural items. There are many items that will add an accent to your life.

A souvenir for yourself, a special item that you can cherish and use

A wide range of simple and easy-to-use appliances
A wide range of simple and easy-to-use appliances

Tableware and pottery are also popular. They stock items made using traditional techniques such as Hasami ware, Banko ware, and Seto ware, and are designed to suit modern lifestyles. They are reasonably priced and great for everyday use, making everyday housework and daily life more enjoyable. In addition, the clothes are carefully selected for their soft feel and comfort, and can be worn for a long time. There is a particularly wide variety of socks from Japanese brands, and you'll want to buy them all.

coriss
  • URLhttp://www.coriss.jp/
  • 住所10-2 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 20 minutes walk from Karuizawa Station
  • バスアクセスFrom Karuizawa Station, take the town circular bus heading east or south (inner loop) and get off at "Kyu-Karuizawa" and walk for about 3 minutes
  • 営業時間10:30～17:30
  • 定休日Wednesdays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from January to March
  • TEL0267-46-8425
  • 駐車場free

A general store with a Karuizawa-like sense

The realistic figures of various animals are drawn with just one stroke.
The realistic figures of various animals are drawn with just one stroke.

This shop is located in the stylish shopping mall "Church Street Karuizawa". It has collected tableware, bags, accessories, etc. made by about 40 artists from around the country, all with the theme of "Karuizawa-ness", such as items using flowers, plants, or animal motifs. Of particular note is the painted pottery by ceramist Takunobu Sawada. The intricate paintings and the beautiful, uniformly polished plates with no waste were all made by Sawada.

A selection from art to interior goods

Popular aromatic wax sachets with gorgeous scents of bergamot, plumeria, and jasmine, 1,980 yen each
Popular aromatic wax sachets with gorgeous scents of bergamot, plumeria, and jasmine, 1,980 yen each

Fine art by young artists living in Karuizawa is also popular. You can find art that can only be found here, such as abstract paintings using stones and nuts. A recommended souvenir from Karuizawa is the "Aroma Wax Sachet," an aroma interior item that does not require fire. Each sachet is made from aroma oil, wax, and dried flowers, and each one has a different look. Just by leaving it there, you can be soothed by the natural aroma that wafts through the air.

Comments Local Guide
A collection of original products! Enjoy shopping in a relaxed atmosphere.
QCUL ATELIER
  • URLhttps://www.churchst.jp/shop/qcul_atelier/
  • 住所Nagano Prefecture Kitasaku District Karuizawa Town Karuizawa 601-1 Church Street Karuizawa 1F MAP
  • バスアクセスFrom Karuizawa Station, take the town circular bus heading east or south (inner loop) and get off at "Kyu-Karuizawa" and walk for about 5 minutes
  • 営業時間10:00-18:00, until 19:00 in summer, until 17:00 in winter
  • 定休日No holidays (Wednesdays and Thursdays from December to March)
  • TEL0267-31-6979
  • 駐車場Paid

Design created by hand

Original bags from 19,800 yen each
Original bags from 19,800 yen each

This lifestyle shop was opened by the owner, who has lived in Sweden for 10 years and is also active as a designer. The cozy shop is filled with domestic and international clothing, furniture, and household goods selected based on the owner's experience living in Scandinavia and Karuizawa.

In addition, the owner himself designs original items such as bags, furniture, and accessories, which have been carefully produced in collaboration with local artists from Nagano Prefecture and elsewhere and can only be purchased here. The original designs are born from dialogue with local artisans, rather than mass production in a factory. Through on-site production with local artists, materials, techniques, traditions, moral values, and knowledge are shared, resulting in high-quality, sustainable production.

Beautiful Life in Karuizawa

A display that mixes old and modern items is a model for lifestyle
A display that mixes old and modern items is a model for lifestyle

The store is always beautifully displayed with seasonal clothing and interior item suggestions. In addition, the back space of the store has a wide selection of fabrics to add color to your life, and is popular with craft lovers who live in villas in Karuizawa. Handicrafts made by hand in the quiet time in the forest are part of the beautiful Karuizawa culture. For those who are not good at crafts, another attraction is that you can choose from the wide variety of fabrics sold in the store and semi-order clothes, cushions, and bags in your favorite fabric. Why not order an original item just for you as a memento of your trip?

Comments Local Guide
We have a wide selection of high-quality Scandinavian goods, tableware, furniture, etc. They are excellent in design and functionality, and you can feel the warmth of their makers.
NATUR TERRACE
  • URLhttp://sunagadesign.com/
  • 住所Nagano Prefecture, Kitasaku District, Karuizawa Town, Hoshino Harunire Terrace MAP
  • アクセスAbout 15 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station
  • バスアクセスTake the Seibu Tourist Bus from Karuizawa Station and get off at the "Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-yu" stop
  • 営業時間10:00-18:00 (may vary depending on the season)
  • 定休日Open everyday (closed for winter maintenance)
  • TEL0267-31-0737
  • 駐車場Paid

Original arts and crafts made from different materials

Glass-based lacquerware tumblers from 5,620 yen
Glass-based lacquerware tumblers from 5,620 yen

This art and craft gallery shop is located in a corner of "Harunire Terrace." It is filled with unique collaboration items that combine different materials, such as ceramic and lacquer tableware, wood and iron lighting, and branded fabric and basket pouches. Of particular note is the "glass-based lacquerware," which combines Kiso lacquerware, a traditional Shinshu craft, with glass. The deep, lustrous colors of the lacquerware and the delicate glass are beautifully combined.

A unique Karuizawa style item

Wooden and iron furniture and clocks, as well as hand-knitted items and bags by artists
Wooden and iron furniture and clocks, as well as hand-knitted items and bags by artists

The collaborative items are made by craftspeople from all over Japan who have a background in traditional techniques but are willing to take on new challenges.Artists carefully selected for the Material ProjectThere are some unique pieces on display.
Almost every month, we invite artists to our store to hold craft workshops. No reservations are required, and you can check the information on Facebook.

Comments Local Guide
Be sure to check out the abundant events, including workshops on making candles, flower arranging, and silver clay accessories!
Gallery Jukan
  • URLhttps://www.facebook.com/galleryjukan/
  • 住所Nagano Prefecture, Kitasaku District, Karuizawa Town, Hoshino Harunire Terrace MAP
  • アクセスAbout 15 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station
  • バスアクセスTake the Seibu Tourist Bus from Karuizawa Station and get off at the "Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-yu" stop
  • 営業時間10:00-18:00 (may vary depending on the season)
  • 定休日Open everyday (closed for winter maintenance)
  • TEL0267-31-0023
  • 駐車場Paid

Proposing a sleeping environment that will give you the ideal sleep

Wood spring mattress that can be adjusted to fit your body type
Wood spring mattress that can be adjusted to fit your body type

TEAM7 is an Austrian manufacturer of natural furniture. Located in Harunire Terrace, this shop offers original bedding and other sleep-related items. Mattresses can be selected to suit each individual's constitution, body type, and preferred sleeping comfort, so be sure to try one out for yourself. They stock products that specialize in natural materials that are not harmful to the body, such as linen sheets, wool pillows that are not washed with chemicals, and organic cotton pajamas and underwear.

There are many types of wool room shoes

Merino wool color type from 14,300 yen, sheep type raw wool type from 15,400 yen
Merino wool color type from 14,300 yen, sheep type raw wool type from 15,400 yen

Light and comfortable wool room shoes are also popular. They are made from 100% wool from free-range sheep in Austria, so they are cool in the summer and warm in the winter, and extremely comfortable to wear. Their colorful colors are also appealing. On the other hand, raw wool types that make use of the beautiful earth-colored fur are also attracting attention. As the wool is not dyed, they are environmentally friendly and help protect rare sheep breeds. In addition, they also have a wide selection of Austrian organic herbal tea "Sonnentor" leaves.

Comments Local Guide
The store offers a wide range of products to please both the body and mind, including Marias face care and body care products and biodynamic herbal teas.
TEAM7
  • URLhttps://www.team7.jp/
  • 住所Nagano Prefecture, Kitasaku District, Karuizawa Town, Hoshino Harunire Terrace MAP
  • アクセスAbout 15 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station
  • バスアクセスTake the Seibu Tourist Bus from Karuizawa Station and get off at the "Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-yu" stop
  • 営業時間10:00-18:00 (may vary depending on the season)
  • 定休日Open everyday (closed for winter maintenance)
  • TEL0267-41-6057
  • 駐車場Paid

After enjoying sightseeing, relax at a Hoshino Resorts accommodation. Karuizawa is the birthplace of Hoshino Resorts. There are three unique accommodations, each full of travel fun and surprises.

Taking a break from the modern world and staying in a village in the valley

The landscape, created by taking advantage of the valley's topography, has different expressions depending on the season and time of day.
The landscape, created by taking advantage of the valley's topography, has different expressions depending on the season and time of day.

HOSHINOYA Karuizawa is an utopia surrounded by clear air in the mountains, 70 minutes from Tokyo. The detached Guest room surround a waterside garden, and the terraces of the rooms offer views of the four seasons. The hotel offers a natural hot hot spring that has long been known for its skin-beautifying properties and has been loved by literary figures, as well as relaxing cuisine featuring ingredients from the mountains and rivers, spa programs that will relax your body and mind, and a variety of Activity that allow you to experience the four seasons with your whole body. You can enjoy a break from modern life in the lush nature facing the Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest.

HOSHINOYA Karuizawa

A stylish hotel in Karuizawa loved by vacation home guests

All guest Guest room nestled in the trees.
All guest Guest room nestled in the trees.

Karuizawa Hotel Bleston Court is a hotel where you can relax both body and mind, welcoming you with food that reflects the rich nature and seasons, and the spirit of hospitality cultivated in Karuizawa's hospitality culture. In the main dining room, Breston Court Yukawatan, you can enjoy French cuisine that uses ingredients grown in the rich natural surroundings and expresses the unique Japanese world of cherishing the spirit of appreciating the seasons and nature. The breakfast at Restaurant No One's Recipe is a course-style French breakfast, with Breton-style crepes made with buckwheat flour as the main dish. Enjoy it with cider in the authentic Breton style.

Hoshino Resorts　Karuizawa Hotel Bleston Court

More than a bar, less than a trip. A relaxed stay in a hotel.

The "Yagura Room" is Guest room equipped with a loft bed, and although compact, it is designed to give you a sense of relaxation.
The "Yagura Room" is Guest room equipped with a loft bed, and although compact, it is designed to give you a sense of relaxation.

This is a relaxed hotel with loose rules and time restrictions. You can freely arrange how you want to spend your time. In the open space "TAMARIBA" that is available 24 hours a day, you can enjoy board games and card games, read your favorite books, or just enjoy being in the same space. You can spend your time however you like.
There are many Property dotted around the area, including Harunire Terrace, which is lined with lifestyle shops, cafes, and Restaurant Hoshino Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-yu, a hot hot spring with natural spring water, and Picchio, where you can enjoy flying squirrel watching, with a 90% chance of spotting one.

Hoshino Resorts　BEB5 Karuizawa by Hoshino Resorts

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