7 Best Karuizawa Day Trips from Tokyo

Shiraito Falls is only about three metres tall but wide, a curved wall of rock with groundwater seeping out in hundreds of thin threads. Day trips pair it with Kumoba Pond, which turns into Karuizawa’s autumn postcard once the maples go red.

2.Karuizawa Day Tour | Shiraito Falls-Kumoba Pond-Old Karuizawa Ginza Street-Karuizawa Outlet | Depart from Shinjuku

Visit Shiraito Falls, Kumoba Pond, Old Karuizawa Ginza and a major outlet in one day from Shinjuku, with transport and a guide included.

★ 4.7

“The itinerary was packed and comprehensive. Although the time spent at each attraction was a bit short due to the long distances, almost all major sights were included, making it a very worthwhile tour. The guide was responsible and dedicated, and enthusiastically answered questions. I…”

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3.Kanto Private Chartered Car Custom Day Tour | Kamakura & Yokohama & Hakone & Mt. Fuji & Karuizawa | Departing from Tokyo

Build a private Tokyo day trip to Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura, or beyond, with a driver, flexible stops, and clear limits on time and extra fees.

★ 4.6

“Since my two-year-old nephew wanted to visit the Anpanman Children's Museum in Yokohama during our trip to Japan, we hired a private car for the day to avoid the hassle of public transportation. This allowed us to go to Yokohama and then make a stop…”

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