Perfectly in harmony with the beautiful mountain environment
In a richly wooded mountain environment, 90 minutes and a world away from Tokyo you will find Hoshinoya Karuizawa. The resort has adapted to the various contours of the country. Hoshinoya Karuizawa was built as a small town with everything on and off to make it 'paradise on earth'. The pavilions are centered around a spectacular lake that adds to the magic of the place, especially at night, when the candles burn on the water. A traditional Japanese property is imitated with low tables and sofas, but with legroom in the floor for added comfort. After enjoying a day of surrounding forest trails, relax with seasonal dishes, spa and treatments inspired by Zen regulations, or relax in the bathtub - made from aromatic cedar - in your spacious room. The baths are placed next to the windows giving you panoramic views of the exceptional scenery.
TIPS & TOPS FROM HOSHINOYA KARUIZAWA:
- Opened in July 2005
- You have the choice of two fine dining options. The main restaurant Kasuke offers excellent seasonal dishes, manufactured by Japanese chefs. A short walk away you'll find Bleston Court Yukawatan, here you'll sample world-class French cuisine. Where are you going to eat?
- Relax in the hot spring and experience the restorative effects on your body or take a contemporary bath where you can relax and let all the impressions of the day pass by again
- Gallop by horseback through the national forests and enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Asama
- Children are welcome
- Autumn is a wonderful time to admire the many types of trees with their leaves, which are then colored red, yellow and orange
- A rare species of squirrel lives in the nearby woods, and you can see them thanks to Picchio Visitors Centre,a conservation organisation located a few minutes from the hotel. Your children's attention is going to lose you when they see that these amazing creatures can fly from tree to tree... In winter you have the opportunity to go skating here
