Family-Friendly Foodie Adventure in Karuizawa, Japan

Day 1: Foodie Exploration

Karuizawa, Japan

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Tsubame Grill

Start your day with a hearty Japanese-style breakfast at Tsubame Grill, renowned for its fluffy pancakes and grilled fish which will energize the whole family for the day ahead.
Head northeast on route 18 for about 5 minutes.
JPY1200, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza

Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, a delightful outlet mall surrounded by lush greenery, where kids can enjoy activities and parents can shop for local delights.
Travel 10 minutes along route 18.
Free entry, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Italian Cafe Tsubame

For lunch, indulge in delicious pasta dishes at Italian Cafe Tsubame, where kids can enjoy pizza and parents can select from a variety of local wines for a true foodie moment.
Located within the shopping plaza, just a short walk.
JPY2000, 1 hour

1:30 PM

Exploring the Kumoba Pond

Post-lunch, take a tranquil walk around the scenic Kumoba Pond, often referred to as 'Swan Lake', where both parents and kids can enjoy nature and spot swans.
Head south for about 15 minutes by bike or bus.
Free entry, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Visit the Karuizawa Railway Museum

Delve into the fascinating world of trains at the Karuizawa Railway Museum, perfect for kids and adults alike, showcasing vintage trains and interactive exhibits.
A quick 10-minute walk from Kumoba Pond.
JPY600, 1 hour

4:00 PM

Snack at Taro's Ice Cream

Cool off with a delicious scoop of local Taro's Ice Cream, known for its rich flavors made from seasonal ingredients, which will surely delight everyone's taste buds.
Head back toward the shopping plaza, about 15-minute walk.
JPY500, 30 minutes

5:00 PM

Dinner at Hoshino Resort's Yufudo

Cap off your day with a phenomenal dinner at Yufudo, located at Hoshino Resort, offering exquisite kaiseki dining that combines tradition with seasonal ingredients that will impress the entire family.
Quick 10-minute bus ride from the shopping plaza.
JPY5000, 1.5 hours

7:00 PM

Return to Karuizawa Station

Wrap up your family adventure in Karuizawa and take a moment to enjoy the evening ambiance before boarding your Shinkansen back to Tokyo.
Walk back to Karuizawa Station in about 10 minutes.
N/A, 30 minutes
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