Hotell nära Karuizawa Museum för historia och folklore

“BYAKU Narai feels less like a hotel and more like a pause in time. Set within lovingly restored Edo-era townhouses, it invites you to slow your breath and listen—to creaking wood, soft light, and the quiet rhythm of Narai-juku after the crowds fade. Nothing is excessive, nothing is missing; every detail exists with intention and restraint. As night falls and the street empties, the town glows gently, and you realize BYAKU isn’t trying to impress you—it’s asking you to stay present. A rare,...

“Hotel var lite gammalt men ren. Baren var stängt pga pandemi. Rummen var helt ok. Onsen var fin. Vi stannade bara en nätt och provade inte frukost men det såg gott ut.”

“Shuttle van met us at the bus stop. Peaceful atmosphere, great staff. Clean facilities, very comfortable that met our needs. Traditional tatami room so not for those who are accustomed to chairs or sofas. Meals were exceptional. Glad we booked our stay.”

“The resort is surrounded by nature, very quiet and peaceful - perfect if that’s what you’re looking for. It can be a bit inconvenient without a car, but there’s a bus stop right in front of the hotel that runs at specific times and goes to the nearest train station, Shiojiri. The owner was very kind and even offered to pick me up and drop me off at the station, and he also took me to visit the old town, Narai-juku. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with high-quality facilities and a...

“よかったです。 ”

“Great.”