Kyukaruizawa Ginza Street

On the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, there are many shops where you can enjoy local specialties and sweets. You can savor the unique flavors of Karuizawa, such as sausages from Chorizo-ya, Mocha Soft Serve from Mikado Coffee, and bread from Brange Asano-ya. Craft beer and wine also make great souvenirs. It's also a popular gourmet spot where you can enjoy eating while walking. Some shops even allow pets, so it's recommended to take a leisurely stroll.

Karuizawa is a town with a rich history. It prospered as a key transportation hub since the Yamato period, became a post town on the Nakasendo during the Edo period, and was later reborn as a summer resort during the Meiji and Taisho periods. In particular, the area around the old Karuizawa Ginza Street is home to many historic buildings such as the Karuizawa Tourist Hall (formerly the Karuizawa Post Office) and the Karuizawa Meeting Hall. There are also many quaint churches to enjoy while strolling around. By making use of rental bicycles, you can enjoy nature to the fullest while feeling the wind in your hair. The fresh greenery of early summer is gentle on the eyes and very soothing.

On the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, there are not only gourmet items, but also a wide variety of souvenirs such as fashion and traditional crafts. Hand-embroidered handkerchiefs, pouches, and bags are exquisite items that you will want to give to your stylish friends. There are also many shops on the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street that handle traditional crafts, so it might be nice to give pottery, wooden dishes, grass and tree-dyed stoles or coasters to your family as a token of gratitude for their daily support.

In the area surrounding Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Street, there are many places to enjoy besides shopping and gourmet food, such as art museums, museums, and accommodations. The Trick Art Museum Karuizawa is a mysterious museum that the whole family can enjoy. If you want to spend a calm time, we recommend the Muro Saisei Memorial Museum. You can relax at the Tsuruya Ryokan or Manpei Hotel, both of which are very charming accommodations.

On the old Ginza street in Karuizawa, there are many people walking with their pets, such as dogs. There are also many shops, such as restaurants and miscellaneous goods stores, where you can bring your pet along. Hotels with dog runs are also very popular among those who bring their dogs. It's important to confirm with the shops and facilities which types of pets are allowed, but it's great to be able to enjoy with your beloved pet.