Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church

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A church designed by architectural master Antonin Raymond, nestled in the beautiful nature of Karuizawa.

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Overview

Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church is a Catholic church established in 1935 (Showa 10) by Father Ward, a British priest. Designed by architectural master Antonin Raymond, its presence in the beautiful natural setting of Karuizawa soothes the hearts of visitors. The church interior showcases exposed wooden structures, with distinctive X-shaped trusses. A large lattice window dominates the front, featuring a crucifix. The dramatic effect of natural light streaming in from the back, illuminating the Christ figure, is truly awe-inspiring. Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church is a historic landmark in Karuizawa, beloved by many literary figures. It's featured in Tatsuo Hori's essay "Kigi no Jūjika" (The Wooden Cross), and also appeared in the movie "Kaze Tachinu" (The Wind Rises). In the crisp air of Karuizawa, time flows serenely within St. Paul's Church, gently enveloping visitors in peace. Be sure to visit this must-see Karuizawa attraction.

  • Historic Sites
  • Shrines and Temples
  • Famous Architects

Basic Information

Address
179 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kita-Saku-gun, Nagano Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Nagano
Access
20-minute walk from Karuizawa Station, accessible via the Hokuriku Shinkansen bullet train and the Shinano Railway. Show route
Op.Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cld.Days
No holidays
Fee
Free
INFO
No photography allowed inside. Please observe in silence.
HP
http://www.yokohama.catholic.jp/syokyoku_top/yb_parish_n04.html

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