Kita-Karuizawa
Wild & Free: Learning from Nature
A five-day immersive escape designed for families to learn, play, and reconnect with nature. Nestled in the serene forests of Kita-Karuizawa, this experience invites both adults and children to explore the outdoors through hands-on activities that engage the senses, spark curiosity, and inspire a love for the natural world.
From fire-starting and cooking over an open flame to creating forest art and discovering micro-creatures up close, every day is filled with opportunities to observe, create, and experience nature in a whole new way. Parents and children bond over shared moments of discovery, whether baking twist bread over a campfire or making their own kaleidoscopes from found materials.
Camp runs 16-20 June. Check into Asama Kuzanbo 15 June, check out 21 June.
Upcoming: 15 – 21 Jun 2025
Key of Private Mountain - a private camp site 1300m above sea level just for Yamayama families
The outdoor activities will be conducted at Key of Private Mountain, a private campsite in Kita Karuizawa, 30 minutes drive from Karuizawa Station. At 1300m above sea level (300m higher than Karuizawa), Key of the Private Mountain enjoys breezy daytime temperatures of about 18 degrees Celsius (5 degrees lower than Karuizawa) in June.
When we visited the campsite in early December, the tranquillity of the surrounding area and the vast expanse of nature left a deep impression. We were also impressed with the modern facilities within the campsite (flush toilet, shower, pantry etc).
Key of Private Mountain is right across from our accommodation at Asama Kuzanbo. Takes less than 5 minutes on the resort's buggy from villa to campsite.
What We Love About Kita-Karuizawa
Cool summer weather. Escape the summer heat and enjoy 18 degrees celcius day time temperature. Goes down to 12 degrees at night.
Scenic drive from Karuizawa to Asama Kuzanbo. The 30-minute drive from Karuizawa Station to Asama Kuzanbo is one of the most beautiful drives we've done. Play Perfect Days OST en route.
Surrounded by nature. Both the campsite and the accommodation are nestled in the foothills of Mt Asama, with panoramic views of the mountain. Waking up to this view is very special.
Quaint old town. Kita-Karuizawa is a quaint little town that feels like its straight out of an old Japanese movie. Great for photographers.
Easy access to Karuizawa. Asama Kuzanbo is 20 minutes away by car to the cafes, restaurants and the old shopping street of Karuizawa.
Easy access to nature spots. Drive to Kusatsu Onsen, Asama Otaki Falls, Shiraito Falls and Aisai-no-Oka (Hill of Beloved Wife in Tsumagoi).
Asama Kuzanbo, an all-suite luxury villa resort in Kita-Karuizawa
Wake up to the sound of birdsong and the panoramic view of Mt Asama in front of you.
Each villa comes with
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Living and dining area
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Japanese Tatami Room
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Bathtub with Mt. Asama View
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Outdoor terrace with wooden deck and sofa
The large public bath uses Asama natural spring water flowing through Kita-Karuizawa and offers a majestic view of Mt. Asama. Enjoy the open-air bath and take in the sunlight filtering through the trees. Shed the stress of daily life and relax both your mind and body in the natural hinoki cypress scented sauna.
Enjoy Tenku Nature Walk (walking trail above the villas with 360 degree panoramic view of the area) in the day, stargazing (with some luck, shooting stars and the Milky Way) at night, and Unkai sea of clouds at dawn (when the weather is perfect).
Pricing
S$8,800 for 2 adults + 2 kids
Includes
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6-night stay at Asama Kuzanbo with self-cooking breakfast (ingredients provided)
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5-day nature camp with certified outdoor instructors (Nature Game Leader certified by SNAJ*, Camping Director certified by NCAJ**)
*Sharing Nature Association of Japan -
Pre-departure dinner
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Welcome dinner
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Farewell dinner
* Sharing Nature Association of Japan
** National Camping Association of Japan
Price will change depending on the number of guests.
All prices are quoted in SGD.
Additional 2.5% for payments using Singapore credit card, 3.5% for payments using overseas credit card. No transaction fees via PayNow.
Pratical information
Karuizawa is 70 minutes by train from Tokyo Station on the Hokuriku line. At Karuizawa Station, pick up a rental car and drive 30 minutes to Asama Kuzanbo.
Karuizawa is 70 minute by Shinkansen from Tokyo
A stunning all-suite luxury villa resort with easy access to golf courses and nature spots around Karuizawa and Gunma.
Asama Kuzanbo
We ask that each family rents a car because having a car gives you the flexibility to explore Karuizawa and Gunma on your own.
Self Drive
Forest Camouflage Experience, Forest Kaleidoscope-making Experience, Forest Museum Experience, Forest Restaurant Experience, Forest Micro-Creatures Experience, Fire-Starting Experience, ‘Maki-Maki’ Twist Bread Baking Experience, Cardboard Food-Smoker Making Experience, Baumkuchen(Tree-cake) Baking Experience, Survival Experience: Cooking Rice and Popcorn Using a Can Cooker.
Nature & Outdoor Activities
