Best Restaurants in Matsumoto & Utsukushigahara & Kamikochi

Restaurants in Matsumoto & Utsukushigahara & Kamikochi

1Yakitori 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.

3.46

33

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Menu with photos
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2Matsumoto 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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3Yakiniku Kaishu

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

3.21

76

  • 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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4Ganso Stamina Yakitori Matsumoto ekimae ten

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

3.27

50

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Kiku Zou

Matsumoto Sta. 990m / Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Fugu (Pufferfish)

Near Matsumoto Castle, Higashikouji ★ 45 years of dedication to Japanese cuisine. Enjoy our proud dishes made with seasonal ingredients from Shinshu and the bounty of land and sea!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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6COURTYARD

Matsumoto Sta. 457m / Pizza, Cafe, Italian

3.36

92

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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7Densho Yakiniku TUWAMONO

Matsumoto Sta. 413m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe

3.09

25

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
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8Mingei Restaurant Mori Yoshi by onion

Matsumoto Sta. 303m / Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Hamburger steak, Croquette

3.45

121

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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9Isomaru Suisan Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 156m / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy a lively seafood party at Iso Maru Suisan with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink plan starting from JPY 3,280 (tax included)!

3.05

28

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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10Meat & 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.

3.08

22

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Menu with photos
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11ITALIAN 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

34

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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12Kaiten Kushi · Tsuki no Shima

Matsumoto Sta. 233m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Kushiyaki

Just 2 minutes walk from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy rotating skewers grilled right in front of you with all-you-can-drink options starting at JPY 3000 for 3 hours at "Shodai"!

3.06

10

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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13Tori Zou Matsumoto ekimae ten

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

3.04

15

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Yogan Yaki Nesshin

Matsumoto Sta. 209m / Meat dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine

3.08

16

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Smoking allowed

15Tondemun 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

9

  • 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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16LA CHIAVE

Matsumoto Sta. 329m / Italian, Wine bar, Bistro

A hidden Italian gem for adults looking to casually enjoy delicious Italian wine and cuisine in Matsumoto, all with a touch of quality.

3.18

46

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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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

17Hikariya 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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Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

18Hikariya 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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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

440

  • 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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20Matsumoto Han Sakaba Shuraku

Matsumoto Sta. 192m / Regional Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles)

Just a 2-minute walk from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy a journey through the flavors of Shinshu with expertly crafted dishes and carefully selected sake.

3.31

76

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
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