Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza

Overview

Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza boasts a sophisticated streetscape of stone pavements, offering a palpable sense of Karuizawa's history and culture. Many historic buildings remain, echoing Karuizawa's development as a foreign summer resort in the Meiji era. These blend seamlessly with stylish, retro-chic shops. You'll find numerous historical structures, including the Karuizawa Tourist Information Center, Karuizawa Post Office, Suwa Shrine, Karuizawa Club Tennis Courts, Karuizawa Union Church, St. Paul's Catholic Church, Shaw Memorial Chapel, the Japan Christian Fellowship Karuizawa Church, the Imperial Hotel (Manpei Hotel), and Tsuriya Ryokan. Long-standing Karuizawa establishments such as Mikado Coffee, Boulangerie Asanoya, France Bakery, Nakayama's Jam, Jam Kobayashi, Sawaya, Shirakabadou, Oshiro Lace, Sato Shoes Studio, Sun Motoyama Karuizawa, Tsuchiya Photo Studio, Chimoto Honten, Genso Karuizawa-bori Osaka-ya Furniture Store, Kusakiya, and Kikusui also contribute to the area's rich history and tradition. A stroll through Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza provides an immersive experience, connecting you with Karuizawa's history, culture, and abundant natural beauty.