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
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389-0195 Hoshino, Kitasaku-gun, Karuizawa-machi 389-0103 , Nagano Prefecture (Directions)
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Elena Lisina
6 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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