Looking for a cool escape from the lingering summer heat! Here are five recommended restaurants in Karuizawa, where one can feel the green breeze. Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Oct 08 2024

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Categories: Nagano Karuizawa Bar/Cocktails

Looking for a cool escape from the lingering summer heat! Here are five recommended restaurants in Karuizawa, where one can feel the green breeze.

Although the scorching heat of midsummer has passed, many people may still be feeling the effects of the lingering heat. In such times, it is recommended to spend some relaxing moments in the stylish resort area of Karuizawa. This article introduces a restaurant surrounded by greenery and a restaurant where delicious dishes made with local ingredients can be enjoyed, so please go out and spend some refreshing time.

See full listings of Bar/Cocktails restaurants found in and around Nagano and Karuizawa.

1. Cocktail Bar[COCKTAIL WORKS Karuizawa]

Enjoy dishes made with ingredients from Nagano Prefecture and a wide variety of alcoholic beverages.

Located a 15-minute walk from Karuizawa Station in the Old Karuizawa area, [COCKTAIL WORKS Karuizawa] offers dishes made with locally sourced ingredients from Nagano, as well as seasonal cocktails that make abundant use of fresh fruits and a diverse selection of wines. The interior is unified in an antique style, creating a nostalgic atmosphere even for first-time visitors. It opens at 2 PM, making it a great spot to stop by during a stroll.

Looking for a cool escape from the lingering summer heat! Here are five recommended restaurants in Karuizawa, where you can feel the green breeze.

The 'Shinshu Beef Loin Steak', which showcases both the robust flavor and subtle sweetness of the meat, is a signature dish of the restaurant. It uses meat sourced from the long-established Sato Meat Shop located in Nakakaruizawa, and is cooked to a perfect medium-rare. In addition, the menu is rich with options that pair well with drinks, such as '100% Shinshu Beef Bolognese' and 'Grilled Domestic Pork Loin'. Guests can enjoy a delightful time with a selection of wines from around the world and stylish cocktails.

Cocktail Works Karuizawa

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) Last order for food is 10:00 pm / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) Last order for food is 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute walk from the north exit of Karuizawa Station on JR Hokuriku Shinkansen
Address: 1-12-C, Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano
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2. Non-Alcoholic Bar & Grill[LOW-NON-BAR #RTS]

Whether one drinks alcohol or not, they can enjoy together in a relaxing space.

The non-alcoholic specialty bar [LOW-NON-BAR #RTS] offers a unique experience where both drinkers and non-drinkers can enjoy delicious mocktails and low-alcohol cocktails. Recommended items include the '0% Gin and Tonic' made with the non-alcoholic craft gin 'GINNIE', which was developed and supervised by a recipe expert, and the visually appealing 'LOW-NON-BAR'. Additionally, they serve Italian creative dishes featuring Shinshu beef steak as the main attraction.

The interior evokes a gallery with its white-based design. The bottles lined up against the wall each serve as a piece of art, and admiring the labels is one of the pleasures. Guests can enjoy a new world of mocktails and low-alcohol cocktails in a relaxing space.

LOW-NON-BAR #RTS

Open: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 18-minute walk from Karuizawa Station on JR Hokuriku Shinkansen
Address: 813-4-A, Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano
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3. Bar Katsuji -Bar KatsuHaru Karuizawa-

A blissful time in Karuizawa at an authentic bar

Located on the Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, [Bar KatsuHaru Karuizawa-] is an authentic bar where one can enjoy approximately 500 types of fine liquor. The owner and bartender, Mr. Miyazawa, has created the world championship-winning cocktail "Orchard Night," along with single malts, domestic craft gin, and mixology cocktails made with fresh herbs, offering an endless array of deliciousness. There are also rare domestic whiskeys available, which can be enjoyed alongside grilled Shinshu beef and authentic Italian cuisine.

The restaurant exudes a sophisticated atmosphere filled with a sense of grandeur, making it perfect for important dates such as wedding anniversaries. How about spending a blissful moment encountering authentic flavors along with the pleasant air of Karuizawa?

Bar KatsuHaru Karuizawa

Open: 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 18-minute walk from Karuizawa Station on JR Hokuriku Shinkansen
Address: 813-4-B, Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano
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4. Tempura [Tenpura Maki]

Tempura made with seasonal vegetables and fresh seafood, featuring a crispy and gentle flavor.

A long-established tempura restaurant located a 20-minute walk from Karuizawa Station, just a short distance from Old Karuizawa Ginza. During the business period from mid-April to November each year, it is bustling with eager guests. The calm interior, imbued with a sense of Japanese aesthetics, features a counter where diners can closely observe the chef's skills, as well as table seats and raised seating adorned with seasonal flowers. It is a space where one can relax and reflect on its 50-year history.

Looking for a cool place to escape the lingering summer heat! Here are five recommended restaurants in Karuizawa, where you can feel the green breeze.

The restaurant primarily uses seasonal vegetables harvested in Karuizawa and its surrounding areas. It also insists on fresh seafood delivered directly from Tsukiji, carefully frying each piece. The skills and flavors that have been passed down for over 50 years are offered in dishes such as tempura set meals like 'Asama-yama', 'tempura rice bowl', and 'kakiage rice bowl'. There are also individual orders and assortments of vegetable tempura, so it is possible to add more depending on one's hunger level. They invite guests to experience the exquisite tempura that allows them to feel the rich blessings of Shinshu.

Tempura Maki

Open: Lunch: 11:00-15:00Dinner: 17:00-21:00 (last order 20:30)Open from 15:00-17:00 as well in the summer.
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,800 JPY / [Lunch] 1,600 JPY
Access: Walk straight toward Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza from Karuizawa Station on the Nagano Shinkansen or Shinano Railway Line. 30 seconds on Mikasa-dori Avenue from Kyu-Karuizawa Shopping Street.
Address: 586-1 Kyu Karuizawa , Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano
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5. Italian [Bistecca Naoki (BISTECCA NAOKI)]

A fully reservation-only Italian restaurant where one can indulge in carefully crafted meat dishes.

A completely reservation-only Italian restaurant located just 6 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station. The restaurant's name, 'Bistecca', refers to the beef steak from the Florence region, which is the restaurant's signature dish. The interior, coordinated in dark tones, creates a calm and sophisticated atmosphere for adults. The red pendant lights made of Venetian glass add a stylish accent. In addition to table seating, there is also a terrace where a refreshing breeze is pleasant.

The main dish 'Bistecca' features 'Kazuno Beef', a short-horned breed that has been aged by the chef for several months, and 'Chianina' imported directly from Italy. The beef, grilled over charcoal after maximizing its umami, offers a deep aroma and flavor. In addition to meat dishes like 'Beef Tongue Braised in Red Wine' and 'T-Bone Steak', there are also exquisite options such as pizza and pasta. Reservations are required, so inquiries should be made by the day before.

BISTECCA NAOKI

Open: [Sunday - Wednesday,Friday,Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm / Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Closed: * Open if Thursday is a national holiday. Business hours and regular holidays are subject to change.
Average price: [Dinner] 25,000 JPY / [Lunch] 25,000 JPY
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