Picchio
Your guide to the forest creatures of Karuizawa—Picchio conducts a variety of nature tours. Go on a nature walk in the forest on the island of Nojima, where 80 species of birds can be seen throughout the year and creatures such as Asian black bears and Japanese serows make their home. Or go and observe Japanese giant flying squirrels gliding through the air at dusk. On a Picchio tour, you can enjoy and learn about the mysteries of local forests and animals. Tours leave from the visitor center in the Hoshino Area facility in Karuizawa Town, Kitasaku County, Nagano Prefecture.
Spot details
- Address
- Nagano Prefecture Kitasaku-gun Karuizawa Town Hoshino Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest Picchio Visitor Center Map
- Area
- Eastern Shinshu Area
- Phone
- 0267457777
- Hours
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[Picchio & Kera Pond]
[GW-Aug.]9:30-17:00
[Sep.-Before GW]9:30-16:00 - Closed
- [Picchio & Kella Pond] open everyday (Temporary closure due to maintenance etc. may take place)
- Fees
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[Admission fee] Free
*However, there is a charge for participation in each tour and use of the cafe. - Parking Lot
- Available (Karuizawa Hoshino area parking lot 200 spaces)
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN