Enjoy lunch in Karuizawa! 15 recommended restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy excellent local food.

Why is Karuizawa so popular?

Why is Karuizawa so popular?Beautiful nature in each of the four seasons and comfortable climate as a summer resortIt is located at

It is easily accessible from Tokyo by the Shinkansen bullet train, which takes about one hour, and is popular with many people as a tourist destination and vacation home.

Plus, there are plenty of attractions for foodies and shoppers, including sophisticated cafes and restaurants, as well as the historic streets of Old Karuizawa!

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Karuizawa Lunch Attraction

In Karuizawa,From casual cafes to restaurants for special occasionsThe area offers a wide variety of lunch spots, ranging from

Visitors can enjoy excellent gourmet food using fresh ingredients such as local highland vegetables, Shinshu soba noodles, and Shinshu beef.

Plus, before or after lunch, you can enjoy activities unique to Karuizawa, such as nature walks, shopping, hot springs, and art appreciation!

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Karuizawa Lunch Spots
Activities in & Around the City

Along with a wide variety of lunch spots, Karuizawa offers a wealth of attractive activities to enjoy after dinner.

After enjoying an excellent lunch at a restaurant with terrace seating surrounded by nature or at a café that makes the most of local ingredients, a stroll around Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza or Kumoba Pond is popular.

Further,Cycling and hiking are also recommended for outdoor enthusiasts.and enjoy the charm of Karuizawa with a delicious meal.

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Atelier de Fromage Karuizawa
(Area around Karuizawa Station)

The Karuizawa Station area is home to a collection of stylish cafes and accessible restaurants,Feel free to stop by between sightseeing.is the appeal of this product.

Atelier de Fromage Karuizawa uses an abundance of cheese,Crispy oven-baked pizzaOne of the specialties is cheese fondue.

This Swiss dish—where bread, sausages, potatoes, and other ingredients are mixed with piping-hot cheese—goes perfectly with the fresh air of Karuizawa!

 

Fresgasse (Karuizawa Station area)

Fresgasse has been preserving the local flavor of handmade ham and sausages for more than 30 years in Karuizawa, where there are many stores selling such products.

The store is in a house within walking distance from Karuizawa station,There is a smokehouse in the back where all the hams, sausages, etc. are made.

All with a very gentle smokiness,The taste of the meat itselfYou can feel it!

 

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
(Area around Karuizawa Station)

After lunch, the Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is the perfect place to enjoy the latest fashions and sundries.

The spacious facility features a wide range of popular domestic and international brands,A must-visit spot for shopping lovers!

In addition, there is a wide range of outlet stores, offering opportunities to purchase hard-to-find items at great prices.

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Kumoba Pond (Karuizawa Station area)

At Kumoba Pond, located about 5 minutes by bus from Karuizawa Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 1,Walking slowly along the quiet lakeside walkwayThe beautiful scenery can be enjoyed from the top of the mountain.

The surrounding trees reflected on the lake's surface and the ever-changing scenery throughout the seasons are sure to soothe your soul!

Especially during the fall foliage season, the colorful leaves around the pond are reflected on the surface of the water, creating a beautiful, almost picturesque scene.

 

Karuizawa Kawakamian (Old Karuizawa Area)

Old Karuizawa Ginza Street is lined with cafes and long-established restaurants with a sense of history,Enjoy exquisite gourmet food in a classic atmosphereCan be done.

Karuizawa Kawakamian is a soba restaurant with a high-quality atmosphere located on the Old Karuizawa Ginza roundabout.

Karuizawa has long been home to many delicious soba restaurants, and perhaps one of the reasons why soba tastes so good is the abundant availability of buckwheat seeds and clean water in Shinshu.

 

Bakery & Restaurant Sawamura Old Karuizawa
(Old Karuizawa area)

Bakery & Restaurant Sawamura is a very popular bakery and restaurant.The Calzone Pizza is available only for lunch.

The "SAWAMURA Special Bolognese Sauce" is an excellent combination of tomato sauce infused with the flavor of Wagyu beef and mozzarella cheese.

The shop also sells bread for takeout, and its carefully crafted, homemade bread—made with wheat carefully selected from both Japan and abroad—is a popular souvenir from Karuizawa!

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Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Street (Kyu-Karuizawa area)

After dinner, enjoy strolling along the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street and finding souvenirs at unique stores that can only be found in Karuizawa.

Handmade goods and sundries,Items only available locally.can be found, and there are many perfect memories of the trip.

 

St. Paul's Catholic Church(Old Karuizawa Area)

You can also take a short walk and visit St. Paul's Catholic Church to spend some quiet time and calm your mind.

Take a deep breath and enjoy the beautiful architecture of the church and the peaceful atmosphere.You can feel a moment of freedom from the hustle and bustle of daily life.I am sure you will.

Walking through the traditional streets, visitors can enjoy a relaxing time and fully appreciate the charm of Karuizawa's harmonious blend of nature and history.

 

Harunire Terrace (Nakakaruizawa area)

Around Harunire Terrace are restaurants that make the most of fresh Shinshu ingredients and fashionable cafes with natural tastes, each with its own unique menu to delight visitors.

You can enjoy a relaxing lunch on the terrace while listening to the sound of a stream,A relaxing moment in nature is a must!It is.

You can enjoy a heartwarming time with your meal while admiring the beautiful scenery of the four seasons.

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Pyrenees (Nakakaruizawa area)

Pyrenees, located in Karuizawa's Roppon Tsuji district, serves wood-fired, slow-cookedA house restaurant boasting meat dishesIt is.

Shinshu-produced Chiyogen pork and aged beef, grilled over a large fireplace in the center of the restaurant, have a simple but deep flavor that reminds us of the origin of the cuisine.

Surrounded by greeneryTerrace seating is also available for pets.You can enjoy a heartwarming moment with more than 4,000 bottles of wine at the

 

Hoshino Onsen Dragonfly Hot Spring (Nakakaruizawa Area)

After a meal, one of the pleasures is soaking in the hot springs at Hoshino Onsen "Tonbo no Yu," surrounded by nature, and taking some time to relax!

Also, if you join Picchio's nature tours, you can feel the breath of nature as you observe plants and animals with a guide in Karuizawa's lush forests.

Both,A wonderful experience to deepen your contact with nature in KaruizawaIt is!

 

Karuizawa Japanese Cuisine Oshima (Minamikaruizawa Area)

In the Minamikaruizawa area,Secluded restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy lunch in a quiet environmentare scattered throughout the area.

Karuizawa Japanese Cuisine Oshima is one of the few authentic Japanese restaurants in Karuizawa, where the owner, who trained at high-class ryokan in Tokyo and Hakone, serves his own specialties.

The cuisine is traditional Japanese, but the building is modern and looks like a villa.

We recommend this restaurant for lunch, where you can enjoy a relaxing and luxurious time in the sunlight while admiring the borrowed scenery of the garden.

 

LONGING HOUSE Karuizawa (Minamikaruizawa area)

LONGING HOUSE Karuizawa is proud of its fresh vegetables.

Our chef, a vegetable sommelier, serves dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients purchased from farmers who are particular about their produce,Bagna Cauda" is especially popular.It is.

Be sure to enjoy the sweetness of fresh local vegetables and the natural surroundings of Karuizawa.

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Karuizawa Tagliassen (Minamikaruizawa area)

After dinner, we recommend visiting the Karuizawa Thaliassen to enjoy some quiet time by visiting the museum and the literature museum.

At the museum, visitors can view a variety of artworks against the backdrop of the rich natural environment,At the Literature Museum, writers and works associated with KaruizawaYou can learn about

 

Lake Shiozawa (Minamikaruizawa area)

Also, by taking a walk around Lake Shiozawa, admiring the scenery reflected on the lake's surface and walking slowly through the surrounding forest,Pleasant natural airYou can spend a relaxing time while feeling the

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What is the famous food in Karuizawa?

As a specialty of Karuizawa,Karuizawa Raisin by Boulanger Asanoya, a long-established bakeryThere are

This is a grape bread that weighs approximately 1.8 kg and is filled with rum-soaked raisins, making it crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside.

Shinshu beef and Shinshu miso, Nagano Prefecture's specialty, can also be tasted in Karuizawa, and dishes using these ingredients are popular among tourists.

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Excellent Gourmet Food to Taste in Karuizawa

Karuizawa offers a wide variety of exquisite gourmet foods that you must try when you visit.

Savory bread from a long-established bakery, Shinshu soba noodles, and juicy Shinshu beef steaks are just a few of the local delicacies.

In addition, dishes using an abundance of fresh highland vegetables and rich milk soft serve ice cream are also popular, offering a luxurious taste unique to Karuizawa.

 

soba

Karuizawa is the home of soba, a specialty of Shinshu.

Made with locally grown buckwheat flourFragrant handmade buckwheat noodlesYou can enjoy it!

Enjoy the excellent soba noodles unique to Karuizawa at lunchtime with our special dipping sauce.

 

Shinshu beef

Shinshu beef is a black Japanese beef raised in the rich natural environment of Nagano Prefecture.

For lunch,Shinshu beef with tender and fatty sweetnessYou can enjoy steaks and shabu-shabu using

Enjoy a luxurious time in Karuizawa by tasting exquisite Shinshu beef.

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Karuizawa Bread

Karuizawa has many fashionable bakeries, and homemade bread is especially popular.

For lunch, enjoy savory sandwiches and bread made with fresh ingredients.

Enjoy a delicious lunch with bread at a cafe in Karuizawa.

 

Karuizawa Ice Cream

Ice cream, which takes advantage of Karuizawa's cool climate, is also popular among visitors.

Enjoy the rich taste of ice cream after lunchis a luxury that can only be found in Karuizawa.

Enjoy your dessert time after lunch with ice cream made with local ingredients.

 

Karuizawa Cheese

Karuizawa has many restaurants that sell high quality cheese, and dishes using local cheese are popular.

For lunch, pasta and pizza with rich cheese are excellent!

You can enjoy a special moment while savoring cheese dishes unique to Karuizawa.

 

summary

Each area of Karuizawa is dotted with unique lunch spots, which can be combined with sightseeing for a more fulfilling time.

Lunch with a view of beautiful nature or a meal in a historic town will be a special memory!

Enjoy your lunch and soak up all the unique charm that Karuizawa has to offer!

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