Update-date: Feb 25 2025
Gunma Prefecture, easily accessible from Tokyo, is perfect for day trips or overnight stays. It is a popular tourist destination with the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Tomioka Silk Mill and the Silk Industry Heritage Sites. Known as a hot spring kingdom, it boasts over 450 hot spring sources, including Kusatsu and Ikaho. Here, they introduce restaurants where visitors can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients and carefully selected materials when visiting Gunma Prefecture.
Meat Kappo Tsubomi ~hanatale~
At the restaurant [肉割烹 蕾 ～hanatale～], which is a 5-minute walk from Takasaki Station, diners can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine in the 'nikukappo' style, crafted by a chef with 25 years of experience in Japanese cooking. The 'Joushuu Beef Red Meat Steamed in a Basket' and 'Seafood Steamed in a Basket', both steamed on a stove installed at every seat, are healthy dishes that can be enjoyed visually and on the palate. The 'Tsubaki-style Bara Chirashi', which features carefully selected meat and fish mixed with a special sauce, is a luxurious bowl that epitomizes the essence of the restaurant.
The restaurant, quietly standing in a serene back alley, exudes the charm of an adult hideaway. Upon entering, one is enveloped in a calm and refined Japanese atmosphere. The beautifully grained counter seats offer a prime spot to enjoy adult moments while sipping on drinks. There are also private rooms where guests can relax without concern for others, as well as tatami rooms suitable for banquets. It is a place where one can savor local ingredients in a comfortable setting.
Niku Kappou Tsubomi ~hanatale~
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,400 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the West Exit of Takasaki Station on the JR Takasaki Line. The Takasaki City Park parking lot is just outside the building.
Address: 30-1, Renjaku-cho, Takasaki-shi, Gunma
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,400 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the West Exit of Takasaki Station on the JR Takasaki Line. The Takasaki City Park parking lot is just outside the building.
Address: 30-1, Renjaku-cho, Takasaki-shi, Gunma
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2.ZEN
Located just near the symbol of Kusatsu Onsen, the Yubatake, this restaurant offers high-quality domestic wagyu beef sourced by a long-established butcher, along with a relaxing atmosphere. In addition to sukiyaki and steak, there are many carefully selected a la carte dishes available. The drink menu is also rich with local options, including sake and craft beer from Gunma Prefecture.
The interior of the restaurant features a calm atmosphere that values privacy. There are counter seats available, making it easy for individuals to visit. It also has table seats where friends and family can relax together. This is a recommended spot for those seeking quality dining and a relaxing time near Kusatsu Onsen.
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Open: Breakfast 8:00 am - 10:00 am (L.O. 9:45 am) / Lunch 11:30 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Kusatsu Bus Terminal
Address: 108, Kusatsu, Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Kusatsu Bus Terminal
Address: 108, Kusatsu, Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
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3. Olive
Located a 5-minute walk from Nakanojo Station, [オリーブ] is a restaurant surrounded by hot springs and tourist attractions, boasting chewy fresh pasta with a fragrant wheat flavor. The interior features elegant black tables, tasteful lighting, and soothing music, creating a stylish atmosphere. It is perfect for solo diners as well as meals with like-minded friends.
The pasta at the restaurant offers linguine and rice flour spaghetti. Since it does not contain eggs, those with allergies can enjoy it with peace of mind. The recommended dish is the "Mozzarella Pasta," which features plenty of delicious mozzarella cheese. The combination of the refreshing and elastic mozzarella cheese with the tomato sauce is outstanding.
Olive
Open: [Monday - Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch: 11:00 - 15:00 (Last order: 14:30) / Dinner: 17:00 - 22:00 (Last order: 21:30)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 1,300 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5-to-6-minute walk from "Nakanojo Station" (JR Agatsuma Line)
Address: 21-1 Ise-machi , Nakanojo-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 1,300 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5-to-6-minute walk from "Nakanojo Station" (JR Agatsuma Line)
Address: 21-1 Ise-machi , Nakanojo-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
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4. Living Japanese Cuisine Noboru
Just a 7-minute walk from Takasaki Station, at Kurashu Washoku Noboru, one can enjoy Japanese cuisine that emphasizes carefully selected ingredients, cooking methods, and tableware. The 'Seasonal Sashimi Platter with Four Types' features fresh fish delivered directly from Minami Boso, allowing diners to savor the unique texture and flavor of the fish. The 'Seasonal Takikomi Rice' made with the rare Akita rice 'Moemi no Kori' is infused with the flavors of seasonal seafood and vegetables, permeating each grain of rice.
The interior is designed in a simple yet stylish Japanese modern style, creating a calm and sophisticated atmosphere. Guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine in a relaxed setting. The counter seats, which exude warmth from the wood, are recommended for couples. A selection of sake sourced from breweries in Tokyo is also available, and the staff can suggest options tailored to individual preferences, making it enjoyable even for sake beginners.
Japanese food Noboru
Open: [Weekday,Saturday,Holidays] 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
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5. Sakadori Matsuya
Located a 26-minute walk from Shin-Isezaki Station, Matsuya is a restaurant that offers Gunma Prefecture's proud brand wagyu, "Akagi Beef," and fresh seafood sourced from across the country. The "Akagi Beef Rump Steak 150g," which provides a delightful chewy texture, pairs well with fruity sake. The "Fresh Oysters" available in three varieties at all times can be enjoyed to the fullest by eating them immediately after opening the shell.
The restaurant is located in the city center, a little away from the station. When the wooden door is opened, a calm Japanese space unfolds. The counter seats, filled with the warmth of wood, are perfect for solo diners or couples. There are also private rooms, allowing guests to enjoy their meals without worrying about others. The restaurant offers a selection of rare brands of sake, carefully chosen by the chef.
Sake-dokoro Matsuya
Open: [Friday,Saturday] 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm)[Monday - Thursday] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
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This article was written by AI Translation.
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