Destinations
Bite-sized chunks of slow, languid exploration
The Complete Guide to Karuizawa: Meiji Era’s Resort Town
Ski haven in winter, lush hills in summer. Beyond its outdoor pursuits, Karuizawa beckons those seeking an escape just an hour away from Tokyo.
There are Worse Places than Japan to be Stuck in a Snowstorm
What do you do when an unexpected snowstorm hits in the middle of March?
Checking Into BEB5 Karuizawa: A Cosy Retreat in Winter Wonderland
Welcome to winter wonderland, complete with bonfires, a natural hot spring and an ice rink in the forest. It’s the perfect weekend getaway from Tokyo.
“Hold company with yourself so sacred that even when you are alone, you are whole.”
— AVA