Shishi-Iwa House Karuizawa Hotel
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5-star villa retreat by Shigeru Ban in Karuizawa
Accommodation
Shishi-Iwa House Karuizawa offers three distinct villa-style buildings, each designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban. Rooms feature private bathrooms with bathtubs, garden or terrace views, and some include kitchenettes. The villas use hinoki cypress wood throughout, and guests can access the library and common areas in House 2.
Dining
The on-site restaurant Shola, helmed by chef Masashi Okamoto, serves a 4-course dinner in a treehouse-inspired common area with retractable glass walls. Breakfast offers a choice between Western-style and Japanese-style sets, with local ingredients such as rice with mushroom. The hotel also has a bar with a selection of sake, whiskey, and cocktails, and kids' meals are available.
Activities and Wellness
Guests can borrow complimentary bicycles to explore Karuizawa, or join guided hiking trips to a nearby waterfall and cultural tours of the property. The hotel provides a private bathhouse that can be booked, a hot tub, and yoga classes for relaxation. A morning architecture walk explains Shigeru Ban's design, and on-site massage treatments are available.
Location
Shi Shi Iwa House sits 4 miles from Karuizawa Station, with Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park and the Hiroshi Senju Museum within a 20-minute drive. The property is close to hiking trails, onsens, and the volcanic Mount Asama. Free private parking is provided, and the hotel can arrange taxi transport to town.
Family-Friendly Features
The villa accommodations include kitchenettes and spacious living areas, making them suitable for families with children. Kids' meals are offered at the restaurant, and the hotel provides an outdoor fireplace and a shared kitchen for guest use. The property also has family-friendly room configurations and tennis equipment available.
- Architecture: Shigeru Ban-designed villas with hinoki wood
- Dining: Shola restaurant with 4-course dinner by chef Masashi Okamoto
- Activities: Complimentary bikes, guided waterfall hikes, architecture tours
- Wellness: Private bathhouse, hot tub, yoga, massage treatments
- Family: Kitchenettes, kids' meals, outdoor fireplace, tennis equipment
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Jacuzzi
Massage
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Shared kitchen
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Yoga class
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room view
- Garden view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Shishi-Iwa House Karuizawa Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 411 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 55.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Matsumoto, MMJ |
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