Iwamurada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hanazura Park (Saku, Nagano).
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Hanazura Park (Saku, Nagano).
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Hanazura-inari-jinja (Saku, Nagano).
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Lake Senroku, Mount Hirao.
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Lake Senroku.
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Popular places to visit

Hanazurainari Shrine

You can find out about the history of Saku with a stop at Hanazurainari Shrine. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

Hanazurainari Shrine

Saku Ski Garden Parada

Hit the slopes in Saku with a visit to Saku Ski Garden Parada. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Saku Ski Garden Parada

Saku Museum of Modern Art

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Saku Museum of Modern Art during your travels in Saku. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

Saku Museum of Modern Art

Komaba Park

Explore the great outdoors at Komaba Park, a lovely green space in Saku. Discover the area's shops and seek out its ski slopes.

Komaba Park

Nozawa Narita-san Yakushiji Temple

Nozawa Narita-san Yakushiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Saku, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the shops in this walkable area or seek out its ski slopes.

Nozawa Narita-san Yakushiji Temple

Teisho-ji Temple

After visiting Teisho-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Saku. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Teisho-ji Temple

Our pick of the best Iwamurada Hotel Deals

Karuizawa Hotel Longing House

Karuizawa Hotel Longing House

3.5 out of 5
1323-522 Karuizawa, Karuizawamachi Karuizawa Nagano Prefecture
Stay at this spa hotel in Karuizawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza and Karuizawa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (306 reviews)
Great room

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

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Karuizawa Hotel Longing House
Karuizawa Prince Hotel West

Karuizawa Prince Hotel West

4 out of 5
1016-87 Karuizawa Karuizawa Nagano-ken
The price is NZ$264 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$264
per night
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this ski hotel in Karuizawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location. Right next to the Karuizawa station, outlet and snowfields. Shuttle scheduled to come every 15-30 minutes to take you around the resort, outlet and other snow fields. Staying at resort also gives you discounted rates with the ski lifts and gear rental. Spacious room. Great for ...

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Karuizawa Prince Hotel West
Hotel Indigo Karuizawa by IHG

Hotel Indigo Karuizawa by IHG

4 out of 5
18-39 Yashikizoe Karuizawa Nagano
The price is NZ$304 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$304
per night
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this spa hotel in Karuizawa. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
Lovely hotel

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Hotel Indigo Karuizawa by IHG
LONGINGHOUSE Kyukaruizawa Suwanomori

LONGINGHOUSE Kyukaruizawa Suwanomori

3 out of 5
878-2 Karuizawa Nagano
Stay at this hotel in Karuizawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort and Karuizawa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
It was just okay. The front desk staff was not very friendly or helpful. Good value for price, but don’t expect much.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

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LONGINGHOUSE Kyukaruizawa Suwanomori
Hotel Karuizawa Cross

Hotel Karuizawa Cross

3 out of 5
601-1 Karuizawa Karuizawa Nagano
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Karuizawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (569 reviews)
Staff was excellent in making sure we had a comfortable room. Provided all the helpful details about the amenities and services. Always smiling and willing to help.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

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Hotel Karuizawa Cross
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa by IHG

ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa by IHG

3 out of 5
Naganoharamachi Kitakaruizawa 2032-16 Naganohara Gunma
The price is NZ$163 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
NZ$163
per night
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this ski hotel in Naganohara. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on-site and a golf course. Popular attractions Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring and Karuizawa Prince ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)
Stayed here woth 4 kids to ski. Great spot and friendly staff. Will stay longer next time round

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

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