Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
Located directly across from Karuizawa Station, the Prince Shopping Plaza boasts more than 200 stores along with numerous restaurants and parkland spread across 26-hectares. Many major fashion houses have outlet stores at the plaza, making it an immensely popular destination for both Japanese and international visitors.
— Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza: Stats & Facts
— How to Get to Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
— Book with us! Nagano’s No.1 Tour & Charter Operator
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza: The Stats & Facts
The Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is one of the largest outlet mall in Japan, consisting of 5 different areas and over 200 shops. The wide selection of shops include brand-name goods to souvenirs, with multiple tax-free shops and shops that offer International Delivery.
It has parking for around 4,000 vehicles and free shuttle bus running around the nearby vicinity. Open daily from 10:00 to 19:00 (extended to 21:00 somedays during the summer), Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is an iconic tourist destination of the area.
Accommodation and Resort Info
KARUIZAWA PRINCE HOTEL
The Karuizawa Prince Hotel is located within same premise as the Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, making it extremely convenient for the guests to unwind. The hotel offers shuttles from the Station, as well as within the Shopping Plaza so that you can make the most of your time and not worry about logistics! Guests can also enjoy the convenience of ski-in and ski-out access in the winter, while the warmer months offer opportunities for tennis, cycling, and exploring the extensive grounds. Hotel guests have access to the onsen (hot springs) onsite for relaxation, as well as multiple dining options ranging from traditional Japanese cuisine to international fare, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. The resort’s prime location also makes it an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions and famous sightseeing spots in the Nagano area like Kusatsu Onsen, Matsumoto, and the Snow Monkey Park.
Historic & Grand
Resort Complex
| Karuizawa Prince Hotel | |
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| Area | KARUIZAWA & KUSATSU |
| Type | Hotel |
| Feature | Bar/LoungeConcierge ServicesDinner & Breakfast IncludedEnglish-SpeakingFamily RoomsFitness Centre / Swimming PoolFree WifiOnsen / Hot SpringOutdoor OnsenPrivate BathroomRestaurantShuttle ServiceSki / Snowboard RentalWestern Rooms |
| Price | JPY20,000 ~ / pp |
KARUIZAWA PRINCE HOTEL SNOW RESORT
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Snow Resort is perhaps the most readily accessible resort from Tokyo – only a short distance from Karuizawa Station, a stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Easy to get to from the capital, Karuizawa is a small resort that relies on snow-making equipment and as such is best-suited to families with young children, absolute beginners or those just wanting to enjoy the snow and winter atmosphere with easy access to everything else the resort town has to offer. Basically, if you are a keen skier or snowboarder or looking for Japan’s legendary powder dumps then Karuizawa definitely is not for you. But if you just want to enjoy snow activities within easy reach of Tokyo (and don’t mind that much of that snow is fake) in combination with Karuizawa’s array of high-quality hotels, restaurants and shopping, then it just might be the right resort for you.
How to Get to Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is located right in front of Karuizawa Station, making it extremely accessible from Tokyo. To do so, you just have to take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Karuizawa Station – a journey of between 65 to 75 minutes / JPY5490. For more information about how to reach the resort from Tokyo and other staring points, see our ‘How to Get to Karuizawa’ page.
Book with us! Nagano’s No.1 Tour & Charter Operator
Locally-based and operating all year round, Snow Monkey Resorts is Nagano’s No.1 tour and charter operator. We have the local knowledge of where and when to go, to help you discover and enjoy the region’s many ski resorts and other fantastic destinations and activities.
1 Day Tour
| 1-Day Tour from Nagano and Karuizawa: Unwind in Kusatsu Onsen | |
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| Period | April – November |
| Time | 09:30 – 17:30 |
| Meeting Place | Nagano Station Karuizawa Station |
| Adult Rate | ¥24,800 |
| Child Rate | ¥15,500 |
For guests wanting to access the resorts in the comfort of their own transport, we can arrange a private tour or charter customized to fit your needs, starting and ending at any destination including from/to Nagano Station and any resort in the region. Our drivers and vehicles are fully certified, allowing us to transport you to and from your preferred destinations in combination with any activity that suits your schedule.
Private Tour
| [START FROM KARUIZAWA] Private Snow Monkey Tour | |
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| Period | All Year Round |
| Time | 08:30 onward |
| Meeting Place | Any location in Karuizawa |
| Price | ¥160,000 ~ / group |
