2145ｰ5 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan
Karuizawa, Nagano
A terrace mall surrounded by nature in the Hoshino area
Harunire Terrace, located in the Hoshino area of Karuizawa, is a shopping mall featuring wooden decks that spread along the Yugawa River. Walking through the grove of Japanese elm trees feels refreshing like a forest bath, and it never gets old no matter how many times you visit.
The winter illuminations are beautiful, but personally, I'd say the fresh green season is the best time to visit. Summer gets quite crowded during the vacation season, so I think early June, just before the rainy season, is perfect.
Shopping here is also a joy—it's perfect for finding little souvenirs like jams and sweets made with Shinshu ingredients. Shuttle buses run from Karuizawa Station, so it's easy to access even without a car, which is wonderful.
