For those looking for a short day trip that gives a taste of a relaxing Japan away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, Karuizawa is just a short 70-minute ride away by the Hokuriku Shinkansen. The area is a popular summer retreat for the Tokyo elites who are looking to spend their holidays away from the hot summer heat. Karuizawa is a premier resort town that is nestled at the foot of mountains in Nagano prefecture. The town is actually located at the foot of an active volcano, Mt. Asama, and is blessed with cool temperature during the summer. We did a far too short overnight stay at Hoshinoya Karuizawa.
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