Stone Church (Uchimura Kanzo Memorial)
石の教会 内村鑑三記念堂
An organic-style building of stone and glass arches designed by American architect Kendrick Kellogg, in memory of the thinker Uchimura Kanzo.
The Stone Church, built in 1988, blends into the forest with multi-layered vaults of “stone and glass” woven together. Light pours into the chapel through the gaps between the arches. It is regarded as a masterpiece of organic architecture and is also a popular wedding chapel. Beneath it is the Uchimura Kanzo Memorial Hall, which introduces his “Non-Church” movement. Admission is free, but the building is closed during weddings. It is generally open from 10:00 to 17:00, so check the official website for visiting hours before you go. Located in the Hoshino area, it is about 15 minutes from Karuizawa Station by free shuttle bus and can be combined with a stroll through Elm Street.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–17:00 (closed during weddings)
Nearby sights
- Karuizawa Kogen Church
- Harunire Terrace
- Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-Yu
- Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest
- Hiroshi Senju Museum Karuizawa
- Karuizawa Taliesin
- Kumoba Pond
- Former Mikasa Hotel