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Karuizawa

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Japan's premier highland resort in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture. Since Canadian missionary Alexander Croft Shaw introduced it as a summer retreat in the Meiji era, it has been beloved by the imperial family and cultural figures. Visitors enjoy strolling Old Karuizawa Ginza, outlet malls, and church tours.

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Category:Tourism & Experience IP

Subcategory:Regional Resources

Location:Karuizawa, Nagano

Time Period:1886-present

Influence:National

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