Best Restaurants in Matsumoto & Utsukushigahara & Kamikochi

Restaurants in Matsumoto & Utsukushigahara & Kamikochi

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

1Kiku Zou

Matsumoto Sta. 990m / Japanese Cuisine, Regional Cuisine, Horse meat dishes

Online reservations are limited. For groups of 5 or more, or if online reservations are fully booked, please call to make a reservation.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2Hikariya Higashi

Matsumoto Sta. 982m / Japanese Cuisine, Horse meat dishes

Experience the flavors of the seasons and the aroma of history at a prestigious merchant house in Matsumoto, a castle town visited by royalty.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Hikariya Nishi

Matsumoto Sta. 992m / French, Organic

Renovated historic building "Mitsuya" - a prestigious merchant house.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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4namabiruhyakukyuujuukyuuentoodengohyakuentabehoudainoren Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 227m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oden, Kara-age (Deep-fried chicken)

Just a 2-minute walk from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy draft beer for just JPY 199! All-you-can-eat oden for JPY 600!

3.09

49

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
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5Meat & Tavern CHILL HOUSE

Matsumoto Sta. 229m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Bento (Lunch box)

Just a 3-minute walk from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy a 10% OFF coupon on weekdays! A Western-style tavern featuring beef steak and Shinshu Ginjo pork.

3.09

23

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Menu with photos
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6Yakitori to Nihonshu Jinbe Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 333m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Seafood

Just a 3-minute walk from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy Japanese sake, seafood, yakitori, and shijimi clam stew. Private rooms for up to 45 guests available. Can be reserved for up to 150 guests.

3.36

40

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Menu with photos
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7Tondemun Shijang Matsumoto hanadokei kouen ten

Matsumoto Sta. 417m / Korean, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Pork dishes

[5-minute walk from Matsumoto Station East Exit] Experience the lively atmosphere of a Korean street stall! Cheers with authentic Korean street food and drinks. Perfect for dates and girls' nights out!

3.03

8

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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8Bar Yobanashi

Matsumoto Sta. 246m / Baru (Spanish style bar), Wine bar, Italian

A casual bar with delicious wine. Enjoy reasonably priced European-style small dishes and carefully selected domestic and international wines!

3.33

78

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
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9Yakiniku Kaishu

Minami Matsumoto Sta. 499m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

3.26

80

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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10Matsumoto Kakiire Doki

Matsumoto Sta. 250m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oyster, Creative

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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11Tremani

Matsumoto Sta. 164m / Italian, Pasta, Pizza

Enjoy carefully selected wines and dishes made with ingredients from Shinshu. Experience authentic Italian cuisine that is refined in every aspect: food, atmosphere, and hospitality!

3.33

94

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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12Hanzou Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 198m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Regional Cuisine

3.09

57

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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13Tori Zou Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 199m / Chicken dishes, Mizutaki, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.04

14

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Ganso Stamina Yakitori Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 187m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.27

53

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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15Zenseki Private rooms Jibundoki Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 159m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Tempura

3.07

51

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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16Climb☆Climb

Matsumoto Sta. 309m / Dining bar, Pub, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just 5 minutes from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy a variety of dishes featuring Shinshu vegetables! Great courses with all-you-can-drink options in a casual space.

3.06

8

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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17Yamazato

Matsumoto Sta. 214m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Regional Cuisine

Matsumoto Station, just a 2-minute walk ★ "A place to fully enjoy Shinshu" Experience local game meat and authentic Shinshu cuisine!

3.46

372

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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18Sandaime Torimero Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 260m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Motsu-nabe

3.03

14

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Kura no Mukou

Matsumoto Sta. 174m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Regional Cuisine

1-minute walk from Matsumoto Station! A popular soba Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) where you can enjoy delicious Shinshu!

3.49

456

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20ITALIAN CROSS

Matsumoto Sta. 178m / Italian, Dining bar, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

A popular spot near Matsumoto Station to enjoy Italian dishes like pasta, pizza, and desserts at reasonable prices!

3.10

35

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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