Nature & outdoors · Karuizawa, Nagano
EtonHouse | Rising Field Karuizawa
A weekly English day camp from age four, compatible with a family stay in Karuizawa.
Past edition · next season unverified
2026 weekly season: 8 June–28 August, now past. 2027 unannounced.
Official sources checked ·- Ages / grades
- 4–12; no daytime diapers
- Duration
- Monday–Friday, 5 days, 09:00–15:00
- Attendance
- Day attendance / Parent accompanies
- Language
- English; beginners welcome
Why it is in this guide
Multi-day nature exposure for younger children who still need nights with family.
Who it may suit
For families able to arrange accommodation and daily transfers, seeking outdoor English activity.
What to weigh up
Parents leave after drop-off; this is not an accompanied daily class. Accommodation and transport are separate.
Operating history and evidence
Official 2017 and 2026 material confirms continuity. A 2021 parent arrival account exists; a 2026 independent review covers the separate preschool campus, not Rising Field.
Age, language and eligibility
Open outside-family registration. Age is assessed on the first day; all English levels can join, with individual support to discuss.
What the days look like
Hiking, stream/rope activities, tree climbing, crafts and teamwork, with a Friday family celebration.
Parents, accommodation and transport
Arrange a family hotel separately. Tokyo–Karuizawa Shinkansen plus local car/taxi; do not assume mountain-road walking access is safe.
Included costs and the family budget
2026: ¥132,000/week including tax, lunch and injury insurance. Add family lodging, daily transfers and other meals.
Before you book
Plan lodging and transfers first; check rain gear, age grouping, dietary support and wildlife procedures.
Cancellation and refunds
2026 terms: 10% from registration; no refund from 11 May 2026. No makeup/compensation for natural-disaster cancellation. Recheck for 2027.
Sources and official information
Official sources checked ·
- Official 2026 day camp
- Official Rising Field FAQ
- Official 2017 programme archive
- Parent arrival account, 2021
- Different preschool-campus parent review, September 2026
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