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Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
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TSURUYA RYOKAN, Karuizawa
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About the Hotel
Kyukaruizawa 678, Karuizawa, 389-0102,
- Steps from Alexander Shaw Memorial Hall
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Rooms with historic ambience
Tsuruya Ryokan offers Western and Japanese rooms, with doors that can separate the two spaces. Rooms include heating, air conditioning, and a sitting area. Free toiletries are provided. Each room has an AM/FM alarm clock and a flat-screen TV. Rooms featuring Western beds also include a tatami (woven-straw) area. All rooms have comfortable warm colors, a flat-screen TV, an air purifier, and a personal safe. Some rooms offer traditional futon bedding. Spacious rooms include a recliner chair.
Dining with local flavors
The hotel serves a buffet-style breakfast with Western meals, including sausage, bacon, bread, jam, and yogurt. Dinner features a Japanese cuisine course, served one by one. Traditional Japanese meals are also available for dinner in the elegant dining room. The hotel offers a kuri zenzai menu, a red bean soup with sweet chestnuts. Guests can enjoy sweet red beans and mango coated with white chocolate and coconut milk. Note that the menu is limited to guests staying here.
Nature and music
Guests can explore the nature of Karuizawa at the hotel's patio. Ohga Hall, a music hall, is located beside Yagasaki Lake. The hotel provides natural stones that give water ultra-red rays and negative ions. The water runs through a healing stones filtering system with maifan stones, tourmaline, and germanium. The garden of Tsuruya Ryokan still shows traces of the Edo era. Karuizawa Prince Snow Resort is a 10-minute drive from Tsuruya Ryokan.
Location and landmarks
Tsuruya Ryokan is 95 km from Shinshu-Matsumoto. Nearby landmarks include the Trick Art Museum Karuizawa (0.5 km), Karuizawa Union Church (0.5 km), and Kyukaruizawa Ginza-dori (0.5 km). Kumoba Pond and Ginza Shopping Street are 2 km and 0.5 km away, respectively. Other points of interest include the Basho Monument (0.3 km), Karuizawa Shaw Memorial Church (0.3 km), and the Wakita Museum of Art (1 km).
Lobby and Services
The lobby offers a relaxing atmosphere with classical music and chic furniture. Tsuruya Ryokan has been remodeled several times. Tsuruya Ryokan's New Year's Morning is celebrated with a very special feast on a small plate. Furniture from the early Showa brings a sense of nostalgia and peaceful time.
“This Ryokan offers a compelling blend of traditional charm and modern comfort, well-suited to exploring Karuizawa and its surroundings. The generously portioned, fairly priced meals stand out, as do the attentive staff, even with language differences, and the inviting onsen. It's a place where heritage meets hospitality, creating a genuinely relaxing and immersive experience.”
Select your room type
Tsuruya Ryokan offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
- Japanese-Style Economy Room Non-Smoking2 persons10 sq. feet2 Single bedsAir conditioningBathtubroom details
- Economy Twin Room Non-Smoking2 persons14 sq. feet2 Single bedsAir conditioningBathtubroom details
- Japanese-Style Superior Room Non-Smoking2 persons23 sq. feetAir conditioningBathtubroom details
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Check-in/ Check-out
Facilities
Tsuruya Ryokan offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Laundry
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
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Tsuruya Ryokan Location
Kyukaruizawa 678, Karuizawa, 389-0102,
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-17:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of JPY2,200 per person per day.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
23
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Tsuruya Ryokan from previous guests about their experience.
Pros
Cute staff
Convenient location
Cons
Small room size
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FAQs
About Tsuruya Ryokan
How far is Tsuruya Ryokan from Karuizawa Prince Snow Resort?
The hotel is 10 minutes driving from Karuizawa Prince Snow Resort.
Is parking available at Tsuruya Ryokan?
Private parking is available on-site free of charge without reservation required.
What dining options are available at Tsuruya Ryokan?
The hotel offers a buffet breakfast featuring Western and Japanese dishes and traditional Japanese meals for dinner in an elegant dining room.
What recreational activities does Tsuruya Ryokan provide?
Guests can enjoy hiking as an on-site activity and also access large public baths for relaxation.
What types of rooms are available at Tsuruya Ryokan?
Rooms feature antique furniture, some have tatami flooring and traditional futon bedding, and they come equipped with a flat-screen TV and an air purifier.
What nearby attractions can be found close to Tsuruya Ryokan?
Nearby attractions include Kumoba Pond (1 km), St. Paul's Catholic Church (0.5 km), and Karuizawa Outlet Shopping Plaza (3 km).
What services does Tsuruya Ryokan offer for guests' convenience?
The hotel provides luggage storage, coin launderette, and souvenir shop on-site.
How far is Tsuruya Ryokan from Matsumoto Airport?
The hotel is located 95 km from Matsumoto Airport.
Does Tsuruya Ryokan offer in-room massages?
In-room massages are available for an additional charge, and reservations are required.
What languages are spoken by the staff at Tsuruya Ryokan?
Staff at the hotel speak Japanese and English.
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