Karuizawa is often described as Japan’s most elegant mountain resort, known for its cafés, forest villas, and relaxed atmosphere. Yet beneath this refined surface lies a deeper and more meaningful story. Long before…
Stone Church (Uchimura Kanzō Memorial) is one of the most extraordinary landmarks in Karuizawa, celebrated not only for its striking architecture but also for the profound philosophy embedded in its design. Located in the…
Shaw Memorial Church is not only one of the oldest churches in Karuizawa, but also one of its most historically significant landmarks. The story of this modest wooden church is inseparable from the very…
St. Paul’s Catholic Church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Karuizawa and a powerful symbol of the town’s international heritage. Quietly set just off Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, this elegant wooden church reflects…