The park's curling arena was the first dedicated curling facility in Japan to be used for the Winter Olympic Games.
The indoor ice rink floor is maintained as a multi-purpose athletic court during the warmer spring and summer seasons.
The complex is positioned at the southern base of the Karuizawa resort area, often experiencing cooler ambient temperatures than the surrounding valley.
The site includes a comprehensive athletic field frequently used for local track and field competitions.
The park is designed to integrate large-scale athletic facilities with the natural forest environment of the Kitasaku district.
Karuizawa Kazakoshi Park is a multi-purpose sports complex in Nagano Prefecture featuring international-standard curling and tennis facilities. The site served as a major venue for the 1998 Winter Olympics, specifically hosting the curling events. The facility includes the Kazakoshi Park Arena, an indoor skating rink that converts to a multi-purpose court for various sports during non-winter months. Outdoor amenities comprise multiple clay and artificial grass tennis courts nestled against the backdrop of the Karuizawa landscape. The park also features an expansive gymnasium for indoor athletics and local community events. It serves as a primary training ground for regional athletes and recreational sports enthusiasts alike.
The main stadium entrance area which retains the legacy branding and architecture from the 1998 Winter Olympics.
Check the official schedule before visiting, as entire sections of the park are frequently booked for private tournaments or league matches.
Bring your own sports equipment if you plan to use the tennis courts, as on-site rental availability can be limited.
Wear layers, as the indoor arena temperature is kept low for ice maintenance even when outside temperatures are mild.
Do not expect to find open public courts on weekends without a prior reservation, as local club activities dominate the schedule.
Closed on Tuesdays, or the following Wednesday if Tuesday is a national holiday; the ice rink is seasonal and unavailable during the summer.
Specific non-marking indoor court shoes are mandatory for all indoor sports surfaces.
