Karuizawa land for sale information
Popular areas for relocating to Karuizawa
Even within Karuizawa, characteristics and land prices vary depending on the area.
The area you choose will depend on the atmosphere you want to live in, whether you want a vacation home or a permanent residence, and how much you want to spend on housing. We will introduce Karuizawa in 10 areas, so please take a look while imagining your life's work.
*The listed price per square meter is an estimate based on actual results for 2024.
Old Karuizawa and New Karuizawa area
The birthplace of Karuizawa's villa culture.
The area is home to many famous tourist spots, including the Old Karuizawa Ginza, Shaw Memorial Chapel, and Manpei Hotel, as well as a large area of villas surrounded by the lush greenery of moss gardens.
This is the area where you can feel the essence of Karuizawa the most.
Land prices are among the highest in Karuizawa.
There are few properties for sale, and it is not uncommon to find land priced at over 100 million yen.
Depending on the villa area, the price per tsubo of land is around 200,000 to 500,000 yen.
One thing to note is that this area gets less sunlight than other areas, and in winter the snow remains and the roads become frozen and slippery.
For this reason, many people do not use their vacation homes in the winter.
Also, since it is a humid area, laundry may not dry and parts of the house may become moldy.
When building a house, use construction methods that prevent moisture buildup.
The price per tsubo of land is around 700,000 to 1,000,000 yen.
Prince Street/Narisawa area
The area stretches on both sides of Prince Street, which connects Minami Karuizawa and Shin Karuizawa.
Karuizawa Shopping Plaza spreads out on the south side of the station.
It is surrounded by golf courses and has good access, making it a convenient location with many accommodations and restaurants.
Just off Prince Street is a quiet residential area with many homes built for both permanent residence and vacation rentals. Due to its convenient location, it is a rare area with many condominiums, timeshare vacation homes, vacation rental homes, and rental properties.
The price per tsubo of land is around 300,000 to 350,000 yen.
Minamigaoka/Minamihara area
Minami-ga-oka was developed together with the Karuizawa Golf Club, a prestigious members-only golf course, and is a tranquil villa area lined with pine trees.
It is now a very popular luxury villa destination because it is less humid than the old Karuizawa area, and although it is flat, it is lush with trees and has a typical Karuizawa atmosphere.
Minamihara area, located on the west side of Minami-ga-oka, is an area popular with foodies, known as "Gourmet Street," where delicious French restaurants line the streets. The cafe "Rizanbo," which is said to have been frequented by John Lennon, is also located on Gourmet Street.
Minami-ga-oka and Minamihara are located within easy reach of home improvement stores and supermarkets by using the national highway or bypass, making them the second most luxurious villa destination after Kyu-Karuizawa.
Land prices reflect the popularity of this area as a luxury villa destination, with the cost per tsubo ranging from around 350,000 to 500,000 yen.
Nakakaruizawa/Kaminohara area
[Nakakaruizawa area]
It is about 8 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station, or about 4 minutes by Shinano Railway, and is surrounded by Nakakaruizawa Station, a railway station on the Shinano Railway. The area is characterized by its compact location, with infrastructure facilities and various stores, and the ability to complete daily life on foot or by bicycle. This is an area with a relatively large number of locals and permanent residents.
The area north of the station is home to the town hall, general hospital, library, and financial institutions, as well as many restaurants and izakayas. Further north, there is a villa area with a Karuizawa-like atmosphere.
The area south of the station is home to the hugely popular supermarket "Tsuruya," as well as Yukawa Furusato Park and a drugstore. It is also home to educational facilities such as nursery schools, Chubu Elementary School, and children's centers, as well as clinics, making it a safe place to bring up children.
The price per tsubo of land is around 150,000 to 200,000 yen.
[Kaminohara area]
Kaminohara Villa Area, located northwest of Nakakaruizawa, is an area of flat land with forests typical of Karuizawa, and is known as a very popular luxury villa area. It is about a 20-minute walk from Nakakaruizawa Station , and is a recommended villa area that combines convenience with a quiet forest environment.
The price per tsubo of land is between 200,000 and 300,000 yen.
Toriibara/Shiozawa area
[Toriibara area]
Toriibara area, located south of Nakakaruizawa area along the national highway bypass, is the most convenient area in Karuizawa, lined with large commercial facilities, restaurants, pet salons, veterinary clinics, and more.
To the south is nature and farmland, and it is a residential area with views of Mt. Asama and Mt. Hanareyama. It is a hidden gem that combines convenience with a quiet environment.
The community facility "Karuizawa Commongrounds," which opened on March 1, 2023, is attracting attention as a new spot in the Nakakaruizawa/Toriibara area, and is not only convenient for settling in, but is also thriving as a popular tourist area.
[Shiozawa area]
The Shiozawa area is home to Taliesin, a lush green park that encapsulates the nature of Karuizawa, and Lake Shiozawa, where you can enjoy art, literature, and historical architecture, as well as recreational facilities where you can get some exercise and refresh yourself in the midst of nature. It is a popular area with many hotel facilities, including the Tokyu Harvest Club.
Humidity is relatively low and there are many facilities that are open all year round, making it a comfortable place to live all year round. It is also easy to visit Minami Karuizawa, which is famous for its golf courses.
This area is popular not only with people looking to settle here, but also with those looking to have a vacation home in a convenient location.
The price per tsubo of land is around 150,000 to 200,000 yen.
Sengataki/Hoshino area
In the area about 5 minutes north by car from Nakakaruizawa Station, there are many villa areas with a typical Karuizawa atmosphere, such as Sengataki Villa Area, Mitsui no Mori, and Hoshino Onsen, and it is also a popular tourist area with several day-trip hot spring facilities and Harunire Terrace operated by Hoshino Resorts. There are also many popular spots such as Sengataki Onsen, Shiotsubo Onsen, and Sezon Museum of Modern Art.
The area is a popular summer resort, with villas at an altitude of over 1,200 meters. On the other hand, there are concerns about the cold and freezing temperatures in winter, but the recent warming of the climate has also affected Karuizawa, making the Sengataki area a comfortable place to spend the winter.
In April 2004, the Seibu Group announced plans to redevelop approximately 22 hectares of the Sengataki area, and with plans to build hotels and commercial facilities in the future, this is an area that is attracting more and more attention as a vacation home area.
The land price per tsubo is around 150,000 yen.
Kariyado area
Kariyado is an area that stretches from north to south between Oiwake and Nakakaruizawa on the west side of Karuizawa, sandwiched between National Route 18. It is a convenient location, and if you get on Route 18, you can reach Nakakaruizawa in 5 minutes by car, and if you take the bypass, you can easily access Shiozawa and Minamikaruizawa. It is also about 20 minutes by car to Saku City, where you will often go shopping if you settle in Karuizawa. The nearest station is a 5-minute drive away, and you can go to both Nakakaruizawa Station and Shinano-Oiwake Station.
Its high convenience is an attractive feature, but once you head in from the national highway, you'll find plenty of green areas such as Asama Fureai Park and villa areas, where you can feel the atmosphere of the trees that characterize Karuizawa, making it a popular place for both vacation homes and permanent residence. In recent years, many popular cafes and bakeries have opened, so why not take a stroll through the green forest and find your favorite shop!
There is a Seibu Elementary School and a nursery school nearby, and restaurants, gas stations, and convenience stores line Route 18. It might be a good idea to choose this area as a second home site with a view to relocating in the future.
The land price per tsubo is around 150,000 yen.
Minamikaruizawa/Hatsuchi area
When you get off at Usui Karuizawa IC and head towards Karuizawa, you will come across an open plain. This is the Minami Karuizawa area.
The area is home to many facilities, including the famous Karuizawa 72 Golf Course, a botanical garden, and an art museum.
In particular, the Kazakoshi area has seen a sharp increase in the number of families with children moving from the city center, partly due to the influence of Kazakoshi Gakuen, a comprehensive school covering kindergarten through junior high school that opened in 2020.
At Kazakoshi Park, located right next to Kazakoshi Gakuen, you can enjoy a variety of sports, including curling, skating, tennis, swimming, and a gym.
Additionally, this area is also home to Karuizawa Hatchi Ichitei, a farm produce direct sales facility that opened in 2016.
The price per tsubo of land is around 150,000 to 200,000 yen.
Oiwake area, Miyotamachi area
Oiwake is an area located about 15 to 20 minutes by car west of Karuizawa Station, and retains the atmosphere of a post town that flourished as one of the three post towns along the Nakasendo road.
There are also many delicious, hidden cafes run by people who have moved to the area, so you can take a stroll and relax at a nearby cafe.
It is an area rich in greenery and convenient for daily life, making it a recommended place for both permanent residence and vacation homes.
In terms of access to commuting and shopping, Saku City is a closer living area than Karuizawa.
The price per tsubo of land is around 100,000 to 150,000 yen.
The neighboring town of Miyota is about 5 minutes further west from Oiwake.
It has good access to Saku City, which has a wide variety of shopping facilities including large shopping centers, and land can be purchased at reasonable prices, making it a popular choice for people looking to settle in.
This area is recommended for settling as it is rich in greenery, convenient to live in, has low humidity and land prices are reasonable.
The land price per tsubo is around 100,000 yen.
