Restaurant Recommendations

Izakaya focused on local Shinshu produce and sake. Famous for torisanjakuyaki (mountain-bandit-style chicken) with house marinade and sweet vinegar dip. Banquet plans with drink-all-you-can from ¥5,000. Five-minute walk from Naka-Karuizawa Station.

Address: 18-11 Nakakaruizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0112, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310520

Opening hours:
Lunch: 11:30am-1:30pm (L.O.)
Dinner: 5:30pm-10:30pm (L.O.)
Closed on Sunday (open Sundays in August)

Specializes in 100% buckwheat (juwari) soba made with Shinshu buckwheat flour. Features completely gluten-free tempura and soba dipping sauce.

Address: 202 Ashizawa Bldg, 6-1 Karuizawa Higashi, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0104, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267416344

Opening hours:
11:00am-2:30pm (L.O. 2:00pm), 5:00pm-9:00pm (L.O. 8:30pm)
Closed on Monday

Wholesaler-direct unagi restaurant established in 1932. Known for its signature "Ippon Unagi" (a whole eel) freshly butchered and charcoal-grilled to order. Features a live kitchen where you can watch the traditional preparation.

Address: 688-3 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310731

Opening hours:
11:00am-9:00pm daily

Pasta and wine specialty restaurant where you can customize your pasta with seasonal ingredients. Features over 20 types of natural wines from Japan and abroad. Pet-friendly and cashless payment only.

Address: 11-21 Nakakaruizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0112, Japan [map]
Telephone: +819058250210

Opening hours:
Lunch: 11:30am-3:00pm (L.O. 2:30pm)
Dinner: 6:00pm-10:00pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Closed on Wednesday and Thursday

Creative Japanese izakaya that offers a relaxing yet fun atmosphere with dishes like "nyumen" (warm somen noodles) and clay pot rice.

Address: 484-3 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267316465

Opening hours:
Lunch (Wed, Thu, Fri only): 12:00pm-2:00pm (L.O. 1:00pm)
Dinner (Weekdays): 5:30pm-10:00pm
Dinner (Sat, Sun, Holidays): 4:00pm-10:00pm
Dinner (Wed only): 6:00pm-10:00pm
Closed on Sunday and Monday

A restaurant located within GATE Flower Field offering an extraordinary dining experience in a "barn" setting. Features Vegan Afternoon Tea and dinner service. Can also be used for weddings and parties.

Address: 1604-3 Maseguchi, Miyota, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0207, Japan (Inside GATE Flower FIELD) [map]
Telephone: +81267410126

Opening hours:
Afternoon Tea 1st Seating: 11:00am-1:00pm
Afternoon Tea 2nd Seating: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Dinner: 5:00pm- (L.O. 7:30pm)
Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday (Open if Tuesday is a holiday)

A culinary journey that pursues unique, locally sourced ingredients and fosters deep connections with local producers, encapsulating the spirit of Karuizawa.

Address: 2147-768 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267316658

Opening hours:
Closed on Monday & Tuesday
Wednesday-Sunday 5:00pm-10:00pm 

Italian restaurant emphasizing simple, quality cooking using firewood. Opened in October 2023 by former "Pyrénées" manager and "LA BISBOCCIA" chef. Features charcoal-grilled meats and open kitchen counter seating. Pet-friendly.

Address: 581-2 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267469297

Opening hours:
Lunch: 12:00pm-3:00pm
Dinner: 6:00pm-10:00pm
Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday

Hand-made soba and duck specialty restaurant blending Japanese tradition with Western style. Features premium "Zao Miyama" duck for duck shabu-shabu and sukiyaki. *Reopens in March after winter closure.

Address: 3214-24 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267469325

Opening hours:
3:00pm-10:00pm (L.O. 9:30pm)
Closed on Thursday

Scandinavian-style craft beer taproom featuring house-brewed beers like Pale Ale and Saison. Part of the group behind "bird" and "Sakaba 8," serving dishes with local produce. Ideal for afternoon drinks or remote work.

Address: 6-9 2F Nakakaruizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0112, Japan [map]
Telephone: +818096460505

Opening hours:
3:00pm-10:00pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday

Japanese restaurant in a renovated traditional folk house. Uses local ingredients and serves premium "Yaehara-mai" rice in traditional wooden tubs. Pet-friendly terrace seating available.

Address: 1891-38 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +815054488273

Opening hours:
Weekdays: 4:00pm-9:30pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Weekends & Holidays: 11:00am-2:30pm (L.O. 2:00pm) / 5:00pm-9:30pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Closed on Wednesday and Thursday
*Winter closure: Nov 5 - Mar 31

Traditional Japanese kappo restaurant featuring seasonal seafood and kaiseki cuisine. 8-seater counter with omakase courses. Castella sales only during lunch hours.

Address: 3024 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +819068897152

Opening hours:
Lunch (castella sales only): 11:00am-3:00pm
Dinner (omakase only, reservations required): 6:00pm-10:00pm
Closed on Sunday

Karuizawa's first certified Kobe beef restaurant specializing in rare "0.3% Kobe Beef"—only 18 cattle annually selected from 6,000. Modern Japanese interior with teppanyaki counter and private rooms. Pet-friendly.

Address: 3215-19 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310280

Opening hours:
11:30am-2:30pm (L.O. 2:00pm), 3:00pm-11:00pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Closed on Monday (Tuesday if Monday is a holiday)

Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria in a renovated Japanese-style house. Features wood-fired pizzas and traditional Campania cuisine using fresh local vegetables. Wine cellar with over 200 Italian wines.

Address: 2622-5 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267316770

Opening hours:
11:30am-2:00pm (L.O.), 5:30pm-9:00pm (L.O.)
Closed on Tuesday

High-end Italian restaurant nestled in scenic countryside with terrace seating overlooking farmland and mountains.

Address: 957-63 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267315104

Opening hours:
11:00am-12:30pm, 4:30pm-7:30pm (Two seatings per session)
Closed on Thursday

A premium woodfired grill restaurant offering a 10-12 course degustation centered around fire. Chef uses Nagano apple wood to grill local proteins and mountain ingredients. Minimalist design with bamboo counter. Reservation required.

Address: 3-2 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81501721788

Opening hours:
Single seating 6:00pm-9:00pm (starts at 6:00pm only)
Closed on Thursday

A warm and cozy Italian restaurant in Karuizawa Oiwake offering à la carte dishes. Enjoy heartwarming Italian cuisine in a relaxed, homey atmosphere.

Address: 46-13 Oiwake, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81803752118

Opening hours:
Lunch: 11:30am-12:30pm (L.O.), Dinner: 6:00pm-10:00pm (L.O.)
Check for holidays

A specialty coffee shop at Harunire Terrace featuring single-origin beans and espresso-based drinks. Unique books & café concept with coffee soft serve. Morning sets available 8:00am-11:00am.

Address: Hoshino Harunire Terrace, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0194, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310553

Opening hours:
8:00am-7:00pm (L.O. 6:30pm)
Open daily

A dining restaurant featuring fresh fish directly from Kanazawa and the largest Japanese sake selection in the area. Enjoy a relaxed, "just right" atmosphere perfect for unwinding.

Address: 7-8 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0112, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267309058

Opening hours:
4:30pm-10:00pm
Closed on Tuesday

An exquisite yakitori restaurant in Karuizawa's forest offering omakase courses with charcoal-grilled chicken. Features a 9-seat counter in a serene atmosphere. Reservation only.

Address: 628-5 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267421666

Opening hours:
Two sessions: 5:00pm (first) & 7:00pm (second)
Irregular holidays | Reservation only

A premium yakiniku restaurant featuring Japan's finest beef brands including Ota beef and Sendai beef. Enjoy carefully selected Japanese Black Wagyu in a sophisticated atmosphere with private rooms.

Address: 1057-50 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267422125

Opening hours:
Open daily 4:00pm-10:00pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Closed during winter

A shabu-shabu restaurant featuring premium Okinawa Yanbaru Agu pork and Shinshu Wagyu beef. Located on the 1st floor of Hotel Granvert Kyu-Karuizawa.

Address: 1F Hotel Granvert Kyu-Karuizawa, 167 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0104, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267416111

Opening hours:
5:00pm-11:00pm (L.O. 9:00pm)
Closed on Wednesday

A French deli, natural wine store, bar, and restaurant at Harunire Terrace. Enjoy delicious deli cuisine by a French chef and sommelier, paired with over 300 natural wines.

Address: 2148 Nagakura, Harunire Terrace, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310361

Opening hours:
Daily 10:00am-8:00pm, Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm, Dinner 5:00pm-9:30pm (L.O. 8:00pm)
Open daily

A Japanese bistro featuring kaiseki cuisine crafted by traditional chefs using seasonal Shinshu ingredients. Experience the delightful blend of tradition and innovation in a relaxed atmosphere.

Address: 1F Bergere Karuizawa, 1146-1 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267468913

Opening hours:
11:30am-8:30pm (L.O. 8:00pm)
Closed on Monday & Tuesday

An 18-seat izakaya specializing in yakitori grilled over Kishu Binchotan charcoal. Extensive drink selection for sake lovers. Reservations recommended.

Address: 2989-1 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267316029

Opening hours:
Open Friday & Saturday only
Other days operates as Bistro bird

A cozy 15-seat bistro offering French-inspired cuisine with delicious small plates, natural wines, and Japanese sake. Reservations recommended.

Address: 2989-1 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267316029

Opening hours:
Open Sunday-Thursday (5 days a week)
Closed on Friday & Saturday

A rustic rotisserie restaurant featuring slow-roasted meats over wood fire in a large hearth. Enjoy premium aged beef, Shinshu pork, and seasonal ingredients paired with wines from a 4,000+ bottle cellar.

Address: 1181-8 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267413339

Opening hours:
Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm (L.O.), Dinner: 5:00pm-9:30pm (L.O.)
Irregular holidays

Italian trattoria at Hoshino Resorts' Harunire Terrace featuring fresh local vegetables from a nearby farm. Enjoy handmade pasta, stone-baked Roman pizza, and chef-selected seasonal dishes.

Address: Harunire Terrace Building D, 2145-3 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310031

Opening hours:
11:30am-9:00pm (L.O. 8:30pm)
Irregular holidays (follows Harunire Terrace schedule)

A spacious log cabin restaurant in Karuizawa offering quality yakiniku, shabu-shabu, and sukiyaki at reasonable prices. Enjoy authentic grilled meats in a lively, rustic atmosphere surrounded by nature.

Address: 3148-1 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267452341

Opening hours:
Lunch: 11:00am-1:00pm (Last entry), Dinner: 5:00pm-8:30pm (Last entry)
Closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays, irregular winter holidays

A bakery and restaurant nestled in a forest by a clear stream at Hoshino Resorts' Harunire Terrace. Enjoy hearty lunches, tapas, pasta, and sommelier-selected wines in nature's embrace.

Address: 2145-5 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0194, Japan [map]
Telephone: +81267310144

Opening hours:
Bakery: 7:00am-9:00pm (Winter 8:00am-9:00pm)
Restaurant: 7:00am-10:00pm (L.O. 9:00pm, Winter 8:00am-10:00pm)

A unique kaiseki restaurant in Karuizawa offering exquisite traditional Japanese cuisine. Experience refined seasonal dishes in an intimate setting, perfect for special occasions.

Address: 3348-5 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Telephone: +819025989618

Opening hours:
4:30pm-10:00pm (Last entry 7:00pm)
Closed on Wednesdays and irregular holidays

An izakaya-style adult bar featuring carefully selected Japanese sake, shochu, and wine, along with delightful snacks.

Address: 2988-2 Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan [map]
Tel: +81267465156

Opening hours:
Monday-Saturday 3-11pm
Closed on Sunday