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KARUIZAWA · NAGANO

Karuizawa,
Beautifully Driven.

A locally rooted taxi company offering refined transportation
through the forests, lakes, and seasons of Karuizawa.

Welcome to Karuizawa

A Quieter Way to Experience Karuizawa

Surrounded by forests, lakes, and the gentle silhouette of Mt. Asama, Karuizawa has welcomed travelers for over a century. Matsuba Taxi has been part of that quiet rhythm — moving guests, families, and friends with care, every season.

English Friendly

Comfortable for international guests

English-speaking drivers and staff support your journey from booking to arrival.

Local Knowledge

Guided by drivers who know Karuizawa

Hidden cafés, seasonal scenery, and quiet roads — known only to those who live here.

24 Hour Service

Always within reach

Day or night, our dispatch team is ready for you. Early flights, late dinners, no concern.

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Airport Transfer

From Haneda or Narita, directly to your villa.

Skip the train transfers and crowded platforms. Our private airport transfer brings you from Tokyo to Karuizawa in quiet comfort — with room for luggage, families, and the unhurried beginning of your stay.

Sedan and Jumbo (up to 9 passengers) vehicles available. Advance reservation recommended.

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Sightseeing Tours

Karuizawa, by a driver who lives here.

Private sightseeing tours through forests, waterfalls, historic streets, and the volcanic landscapes of Mt. Asama.

No.1 Karuizawa Highlights (St. Paul's Church)
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Approx. 2 hours

Karuizawa Highlights

Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza, St. Paul's Church, and the still waters of Kumoba Pond — the essence of Karuizawa in one gentle loop.

No.3 Mt. Asama Scenic Drive (Mt. Asama)
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Approx. 3 hours

Mt. Asama Scenic Drive

Shiraito Falls, Mine no Chaya, and the wide open meadows beneath the volcano — Karuizawa's most cinematic landscapes.

No.5 Art & Café Wandering (Hiroshi Senju Museum)
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Approx. 4 hours

Art & Café Wandering

Hiroshi Senju Museum, Harunire Terrace, and the cafés around Mampei Hotel — a softer, more cultural pace.

No.8 Kusatsu Onsen Day Trip (Kusatsu Onsen Yubatake)
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Approx. 6.5 hours

Kusatsu Onsen Day Trip

By way of Shiraito Falls and Onioshidashi, on toward the steaming hot springs of Kusatsu. Mountain panoramas along Manza Highway.

Guest Voices

Kind words from our guests.

A few notes from travelers who explored Karuizawa and beyond with us.

★★★★★

"The vehicle was spacious enough for our luggage, and the driver made the long trip comfortable and enjoyable. Everything was well organized, and we arrived in Kamikochi safely and on time."

Family of 5 · South Korea Karuizawa → Kamikochi
★★★★★

"We contacted MATSUBA TAXI through their website before our trip, and they recommended a Toyota Alphard for our airport transfer. It was incredibly comfortable, with plenty of space for our luggage, and made our journey to the villa smooth and relaxing. We couldn't have asked for a better start to our holiday."

Couple · Taiwan Haneda Airport → Karuizawa
★★★★★

"The half-day sightseeing tour was wonderful. Our driver knew all the best viewpoints and quiet cafés, and kindly took photos for us. We saw far more than we could have on our own."

Friends · Singapore Karuizawa Highlights Tour

*The above are individual impressions shared by our guests.

Our Fleet

A vehicle to match every journey.

From intimate couple's drives to family groups with luggage, our fleet is kept immaculate and ready.

Toyota Camry
Toyota Camry
Sedan

Toyota Camry

Up to 4 passengers

Toyota Esquire
Toyota Esquire
Wagon

Toyota Esquire

Up to 5 passengers

Toyota Crown Royal Saloon
Toyota Crown
Sedan

Toyota Crown Royal Saloon

Up to 4 passengers

Toyota Alphard
Toyota Alphard
Premium Van

Toyota Alphard

Up to 6 passengers

Toyota HiAce Grand Cabin
Toyota HiAce Jumbo
Jumbo Taxi

Toyota HiAce Grand Cabin

Up to 9 passengers

Karuizawa mountain view with Matsuba Taxi vehicle
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About Us

Rooted in Karuizawa. Trusted for generations.

Matsuba Taxi has served the people of Karuizawa, and the travelers who come to discover it, for many decades. Behind every drive is a quiet commitment — to safety, to courtesy, and to a town we know like home.

For visitors from abroad, we hope to be a calm and welcoming first impression of Japan, and a thoughtful companion throughout your stay.

More About Us

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Follow Karuizawa, season by season.

Daily moments from our drivers — quiet roads, autumn leaves, and the first snow on Asama.

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Reservations

Reserve Your Taxi

English support available. Available 24 hours, every day of the year.

+81 267-42-2181

Open 24 hours