Karuizawa Picture Book Forest Museum
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A must-visit for picture book lovers! Immerse yourself in the world of picture books at this museum nestled in a peaceful forest.
Highlights
- Learn about the history of Western picture books
- Quiet and calm atmosphere
- Surrounded by lush natural greenery
- Read your favorite picture books in the picture book library
- Purchase picture books and related goods at the shops
Basic Information
- Address
- 182 Nagakura, Karuizawa-machi, Kita-Saku-gun, Nagano Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Nagano
- Access
- About 10 minutes by local bus from Shinano Railway Karuizawa Station to 'Kazoe Park' stop, then a 5-minute walk. From Hokuriku Shinkansen and Shinano Railway Karuizawa Station, take the Karuizawa Museum & Tourist Loop Bus (South Route) for about 20 minutes to the 'Muse no Mori' stop. It's right there (summer only). Show route
- Op.Hours
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM from December to January)
- Cld.Days
- Mid-January to February, Tuesdays (except during Golden Week and July-September, when we are open daily).
Overview
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