What to know
Onioshidashi Park (鬼押出し園, Onioshidashien) showcases a striking volcanic rock landscape, giving it a rugged and otherworldly feel. The park was formed by volcanic debris from the major 1783 eruption of Mount Asama. Though located across the prefectural border in Gunma Prefecture, it is often visited together with Karuizawa.
In addition to exploring the curiously shaped volcanic rocks, Onioshidashi Park offers panoramic views of nearby towns and, on clear days, Mount Asama. At the park's center stands a temple dedicated to Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy.
Seibu buses run roughly every hour between Karuizawa Station, Naka-Karuizawa Station, and Onioshidashi Park. The one-way trip from Karuizawa Station takes 35 minutes and costs 1300 yen.
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 8:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30)
- Closed
- No closing days
- Admission
- 700 yen (~$4.48) (600 yen (~$3.84) if purchased through Klook) Buy ticket online
- English name
- Original name
- Onioshidashi Park
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