【In September】 Things to do in Karuizawa/Saku/Komoro

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

* The required time for a one-day charter is 10 hours (including driving time). * If the departure point is outside Tokyo, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted. For continuous charter trips of more than two days (if the return point is outside Tokyo on the same day), the driver's accommodation fee of 10,000 yen per night will be borne by the customer to prevent the driver from becoming fatigued. * The departure time can be freely selected according to your request, and the itinerary and sightseeing spots can be freely customized according to your wishes. * Tourist hire cars are available in vehicles suitable for 6 and 9 passengers, and we also provide pick-up and drop-off services, so you can arrive at your destination safely and comfortably. * All vehicles provided comply with Japanese law, and drivers have more than 3 years of driving experience. * We provide services in multiple languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, and English. * Karuizawa Day Tour (Example) * * 8:55 Pick up customers in a tourist hire car At the time of departure, the driver will arrive at the location specified in advance and wait for you. *10:00 Shiraito Falls (Karuizawa) There are many waterfalls named Shiraito Falls in Japan, and in addition to Karuizawa, Shiraito Falls in Shizuoka Prefecture is also registered as a World Heritage Site as a component part of Mt. Fuji. Karuizawa's Shiraito Falls is not very high at 3m, but it is 70m wide. Hundreds of groundwater flow like white threads between the curved rock walls. *11:30 Kumoba Pond Kumoba Pond is located in Karuizawa Town, Nagano Prefecture, and is easily accessible by walking for 15 minutes from Karuizawa Station. The nature changes with the seasons, and it is also affectionately known as "Swan Lake" because swans fly there in winter. You can go around the pond in about 20 minutes and enjoy a stroll or bicycle ride in a quiet space. The water of Kumoba Pond is very clear, so you can see the scenery reflected on the water surface. In particular, the autumn leaves and winter snow scenery are recommended. The best time to see the autumn leaves is from late October to early November, and the red-stained trees are reflected on the water. *13:00Harunire TerraceHarunire Terrace is built along the Yukawa River that flows through Karuizawa Town in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. The facility is based on the concept of everyday life in Karuizawa, and is filled with unique shops and restaurants. Making use of the more than 100 elm trees that originally grew there, several buildings are connected by wooden decks. The view is like a "small town". This is a spot where you can enjoy shopping and dining in the comfortable climate of Karuizawa, which is also known as a villa area. During the rainy season, you can enjoy the "umbrella sky" where colorful umbrellas color the sky. *15:00Kyu-Karuizawa GinzaKyu-Karuizawa Ginza is located in Karuizawa Town in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. During the Taisho era, it developed as a shopping district in Karuizawa, which flourished as a summer resort due to the pioneering efforts of Canadian missionaries. Currently, it has become a thriving tourist destination attracting many tourists from both within Japan and overseas.

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• For Family
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 3～Age 69
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00 / 08:30

-Karuizawa is surrounded by beautiful mountains and is known as a perfect place for ecotourism. -Hikawa Shrine has been loved as a sacred place for matchmaking and love fulfillment since ancient times. -Koedo Warehouse District plays a very important role in preserving traditional architecture.

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• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

"Wild Bird Forest Nature Watching" is Picchio's signature tour. While walking through "Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest", you can observe seasonal creatures. The walking distance is just under 2 kilometers. Anyone can enjoy it, from small children to the elderly.

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Watch as flying squirrels spread their cape-like bodies wide and fly into the forest at dusk. Thanks to years of research, their ecology and flight routes are well understood, so the sighting rate is over 95% (2022: 96.89% / 2023: 97.85%). The dynamic flight scenes will make you cheer in surprise. <Opening hours> March 1st-10th 17:30-19:00 11th-20th 17:30-19:00 21st-31st 17:30-19:00 April 1st-10th 17:30-19:00 11th-20th 17:45-19:15 21st-31st 17:45-19:15 May 1st-10th 18:00-19:30 11th-20th 18:10-19:40 21st-31st 18:20-19:50 June 1st-10th 18:30-20:00 11th-20th 18:30-20:00 21st-31st 18:30-20:00 July 1st-10th 18:30-20:00 11th-20th 18:30-20:00 21st-31st 18:15-19:45August 1st-10th 18:15-19:45 11th-20th 18:00-19:30 21st-31st 17:50-19:20September 1st-10th 17:30-19:00 11th-20th 17:20-18:50 21st-31st 17:00-18:30October 1st-10th 16:50-18:20 11th-20th 16:30-18:00 21st-31st 16:20-17:50November 1st-10th 16:15-17:45 11th-20th 16:00-17:30 21st-31st 16:00-17:30

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• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

While cycling, pottering the classic spots in Karuizawa (slow cycling). If you rent a Bicycle rental in front of Karuizawa Station, first go to "Kumobaike", the most scenic spot in Karuizawa. After getting off the bicycle and taking a walk, you will pass through the wooded villa area and head to the former Karuizawa. While visiting the small alley of the old alley of Karuizawa, you can visit the St. Paul's Association, the show memorial chapel, We will guide you to classic spots such as the Karuizawa Kai Tennis Court, which is famous for the romance of His Majesty the Emperor and Empress. We will also introduce you to gourmet foods and shopping spots that you know only in Karuizawa. We will guide you to Karuizawa, which is not known in the guidebook. It is a flat road, so you can participate regardless of age or sex. There is also a tandem (two-seater) unique to Karuizawa for families and couples ♪ ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• Date Spot
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 70
• 4～5 hours /5～6 hours

It will be a vertical trekking that you can enjoy a sense of accomplishment. The flowers that can be enjoyed vary depending on the season, so you can enjoy them as many times as you like at different times. From the top of the mountain, please enjoy the mountains such as Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, and the Alps! Since it is a course for advanced users, it is recommended for those who have trekking experience and those who are confident in their physical strength ♪ There is always one nature guide (guide) for each event increase. Introducing flowers and wild birds, trivia of trees-names of mountains you want, and specialized stories such as the history of volcanoes, we will guide you with easy-to-understand explanations. It is a content that even experienced trekking people can fully enjoy! ■ Program Information ■ ・ Holding time: 9: 00-14: 00 ・ Meeting place: Takamine Kogen Visitor Center ・ Time required: Approximately 5 hours of advanced course ・ Equipment: ・ Long-sleeved long pants ・ Hat ・ Mountain climbing shoes (or wearing) Familiar sports shoes) ・ Drinking water * Please bring sunglasses, sunscreen, towels, etc. at your own discretion * Alpine plants can only be observed until early September. After that, it will be held as yellow leaves and trekking.

• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours

It will be Yunomaruyama trekking in Tomi City. The flowers that can be admired in each season are different, so you can enjoy it as many times as you like at different times. It is said that there are 700,000 Rhododendron japonicum in Yunomaru, and it is crowded with tourists during peak hours. From the top of the mountain, please enjoy the mountains such as Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, and the Alps! Since it is a course for beginners, it is recommended for those with trekking experience and beginners. We will introduce you to flowers and wild birds, trivia about trees, the name of the mountain you want to see, the history of volcanoes, and other specialized stories with easy-to-understand explanations. Experienced trekkers can also fully enjoy the content! ■Program information■・Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.・Meeting place: Yunomaru Kogen parking lot・Required time: Approximately 3 hours for beginners and intermediate course・Equipment:・Long sleeves and long pants・Hat・Climbing shoes (Or sports shoes that you are used to wearing) ・Drinking water *Please bring your own sunglasses, sunscreen, towels, etc. *Alpine plants can be observed until early September. After that, it will be held as yellow leaves and trekking.

• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours

This is a hike in the Ikenotaira Marsh between Komoro City and Tomi City. The flowers that can be admired in each season are different, so you can enjoy it as many times as you like at different times. From the top of the mountain, please enjoy the mountains such as Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, and the Alps! This is a course for beginners, so it is recommended for those who have no trekking experience or beginners. We will introduce you to flowers and wild birds, trivia about trees, the name of the mountain you want to see, the history of volcanoes, and other specialized stories with easy-to-understand explanations. Experienced trekkers can also fully enjoy the content! ■Program information■・Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.・Meeting place: Ikenotaira Marsh parking lot (fee required)・Required time: Approximately 2 hours beginner course・Equipment:・Long sleeves and long pants・Hat・Mountain climbing shoes (Or sports shoes that you are used to wearing) ・Drinking water *Please bring your own sunglasses, sunscreen, towels, etc. *Alpine plants can be observed until early September. After that, it will be held as yellow leaves and trekking.

• Age 10～Age 70
• 2～3 hours

It will be trekking on Mt. Takamine, which was selected as one of the 100 famous mountains of flowers. The flowers that can be enjoyed vary depending on the season, so you can enjoy them as many times as you like at different times. From the top of the mountain, please enjoy the mountains such as Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, and the Alps! It is a course for beginners who walk along the ridge with relatively few ups and downs, so it is a recommended mountain for those who want to start trekking and those who want to slowly appreciate alpine plants ♪ There will always be one nature guide. Introducing flowers and wild birds, trivia of trees-names of mountains you want, and specialized stories such as the history of volcanoes, we will guide you with easy-to-understand explanations. It is a content that even experienced trekking people can fully enjoy! ■ Program Information ■ ・ Holding time: 9: 30-12: 30 ・ Meeting place: Takamine Kogen Visitor Center ・ Time required: Approximately 3 hours beginner course ・ Equipment: ・ Long-sleeved long pants ・ Hat ・ Mountain climbing shoes (or wearing) Familiar sports shoes) ・ Drinking water * Please bring sunglasses, sunscreen, towels, etc. at your own discretion * Alpine plants can only be observed until early September. After that, it will be held as yellow leaves and trekking.

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

I want to do mountain climbing, mountain-climbing tours while firmly support themselves alone is downright lonely..., A family group called, to cheer for the first time of climbing. Since the professional nature guide to firmly guide you, you can enjoy safe and secure in the hill-climbing is you. Also for families that want to let them experience the climbing to the child, it is the perfect tour.

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

Including flowers blooming in trekking route of Asama mountain foot, Professional nature guides will guide you to the natural highlights of the season. It is carefully selected 3 courses to prepare. You can choose from Asama ranch, Koasama mountain, and the pond plain wetland. There are many interesting topics unique to Coco such as wild birds, trees, alpine plants and wildlife. Look out for the best views and great outdoor lunches.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A mountain called "Table Mountain" because of its gentle mountain shape like a table. The altitude is 1256m, and the roads are well maintained and easy to walk, so it is a popular mountain destination for Karuizawa residents. From the top you can see Mt. Asama close up and Mt. Fuji far away if it is clear. If you are lucky, you may meet an antelope on the way! ? The end of the trek is to Karuizawa's most scenic spot, "Kumobaike." Fresh green in the spring and autumn leaves in the autumn are reflected on the surface of the lake, giving a beautiful view of the four seasons. Kumoba Pond Parking Lot ⇒ Remote mountain trekking (about 2,5 hours) ⇒ Kumoba Pond (about 20 minutes) ⇒ Kumoba Pond Parking Lot * If you wish, you can arrange a transfer from your accommodation to the Kumobaike Parking Lot. ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

The Shinanoji nature trail is a hiking course with a total length of about 10 km, which is a downhill path from the Mine Teahouse. Among them, walk about 7,5km to Kose Hot spring, which has many attractions. You can see the two famous waterfalls of Karuizawa (Shiraito Falls and Ryugae Falls) as you pass through the lush forest and larch forest. At the end, let's soak in the healing effect of the forest while taking a walk through the forest along Yukawa. This course is recommended for people who are not confident in their physical fitness, young or old, regardless of age or sex, as the entire journey is almost downhill. Please experience the healing nature of Karuizawa with your whole body. From Kose Hot spring, you can take a bus back to the Mine Chaya Parking Lot or just back to Karuizawa station. Itinerary: Mine no Chaya ⇒Shinanoji Promenade Trekking (Shiraito Falls-Tatsugae no Taki) 3 hours ⇒Kose Hot spring * From Kose Hot spring, you can either return to Mine-no-chaya by bus or go to Karuizawa Station (guide will tell you where and when). ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Nature trekking with a dedicated guide to the summit of Mt. Ko-Asama at the foot of Mt. Asama. Mt. Ko-Asama is a parasitic volcano at the eastern foot of Mt. Asama, with an elevation of 1,655m. As you head to the summit, your guide will explain the origins and vegetation of Mt. Asama. The round trip takes about two and a half hours, so even first-time climbers, regardless of age or gender, can easily join us. From the summit covered in volcanic gravel, you can enjoy the spectacular view of Mt. Asama and a magnificent view. For experienced climbers and intermediate and advanced climbers, we can also arrange climbing Mt. Kurobanzayama, with an elevation of 2,404m, which offers a wonderful panorama, and Mt. Maekake, which is 2,524m and closest to the crater of Mt. Asama!

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

The Usui Pass was once said to be the most difficult part of the Nakasendo. In this tour, we will aim at the viewing platform from the former Karuizawa Ginza through the promenade of Usui Pass. There is a promenade on the road that goes through the cottage of the grove, and you can reach the viewing platform in about 1.5 hours. From the observatory, you can enjoy a magnificent view of Mount Asama and Mt. Myogi. As this is a handy hiking course, people of all ages can participate. You can freely disperse on the viewing platform, so you can stop at the Kumano Emperor Shrine or take a break at the pass's teahouse. On the way back, you can either return the way you came or take a bus back to the old Karuizawa. Itinerary: Former Karuizawa Ginza ⇒ (Usui Pass Promenade) ⇒ Viewing platform (disbanded on site) * On the way back, either return to the way out or take a bus to the old Karuizawa. ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

A city walking tour that touches the history and culture of Karuizawa, centered around the historical district of former Karuizawa. Karuizawa's local guide passes through the villa area and Kumoba Pond with beautiful greenery, While walking the small diameter of the back street that is not listed in the guidebook, Introducing the deep history and culture of Karuizawa. We will also guide you to gourmet spots and shopping spots recommended by Karuizawa locals along the way! You can participate regardless of age or sex because you will walk on a flat road during the whole process. Itinerary: Former Karuizawa Ginza Rotary-St. Paul's Church (Visit the historic church of Karuizawa with Antony Raymond architecture) ～ Towards the depths of old Karuizawa through the water wheel ～ Show Memorial Chapel / Showhouse Memorial Hall (Visit Karuizawa's oldest church built by the missionary AC show, the father of Karuizawa, and the first Karuizawa villa memorial hall) -Back street of old Karuizawa, Show street-Walk through the road of Saisei-Murosei Saisei Memorial Museum (Visit the villa spent by Bungo Muroi Saisei) ～ Vorley's Lane ～ Strolling along the tennis court street ～ Karuizawa Meeting Hall / Union Church / Karuizawa Kai Tennis Court (The meeting hall of architect Volleys who has worked on many architectures in Karuizawa, Union Church, His Majesty the Emperor and His Majesty the Emperor Visit the Karuizawakai tennis court, which is famous for romance tennis courts. Former Naval Colonel, Yujiro Hatta's villa visit / appearance only) -Former Karuizawa Ginza Rotary dissolution ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• 5～6 hours

It is a trekking plan of Mt. Oct. Mid- to late Larch autumn leaves are worth a look.

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