Whether or not you're religious, Karuizawa's stone church is an enjoyable place to visit, at least for its stunning architecture. Its beautiful main interior (which you are forbidden to take pictures of) is wonderfully peaceful, a lovely wedding venue. Only a 10-15 minute walk from the Hoshino resort and Picchio tourist centre, it's an easy trip and worth a visit.
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Uchimura Kanzo Stone Church
An unusual, beautiful church in Karuizawa
By Livvy Boote
Community writer
The church entrance
The architecture is beautiful and minimalist
The entrance to the church
Mottoes such as these are found all around the church and its small exhibition at the rear
The path from the church
The back entrance to the church
The angular architecture is fascinating
The exhibition at the back of the church
Information
389-0195 Hoshino, Kitasaku-gun, Karuizawa-machi 389-0103 , Nagano Prefecture (Directions)
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Elena Lisina
7 years ago
Interesting architecture!
Yuna Gena
7 years ago
Wow, never knew about this stone church before. Do they have mass?
Preethu
8 years ago
Nice Place!
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