Best Restaurants in Karuizawa & Saku

1Ushi Yaki no Tomo

Naka Karuizawa Sta. 1253m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe

Premium Wagyu Yakiniku that attracts food enthusiasts from all over the country

3.60

Very good

63

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Menu with photos
Digital menu available

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2Yakitori Higumo

Karuizawa Sta. 1735m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.35

74

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Monday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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3Wagyu Sukiyaki Soshiji Karuizawa honten

Karuizawa Sta. 1868m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Japanese Cuisine

Soshiji's Commitment

3.25

53

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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Selected for Tabelog Spanish "Tabelog 100" 2026

4José Luis Karuizawa

Karuizawa Sta. 700m / Spanish, Dining bar

3.69

Very good

975

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available

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5Yakiniku Mihirochan

Karuizawa Sta. 252m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

3.32

54

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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6Karuizawa Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa

Karuizawa Sta. 2050m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

Established in 1932. Enjoy the signature unagi at "Unagi Yondai Kiku-kawa," a long-standing eel wholesaler.

3.09

57

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available
Menu with photos

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7Hourai Kenkaru Karuizawa ten

Karuizawa Sta. 1661m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

"The Heat of Showa Meets the Elegance of Reiwa: Grilling Meat with a Personal Touch."

3.23

46

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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8Osakana Dining Kiraku

Naka Karuizawa Sta. 289m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.30

37

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Tuesday

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available
Menu with photos

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9Burger Mania Karuizawa ten

Karuizawa Sta. 1464m / Hamburger

3.43

62

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Gluten-Free options

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10L'ombra

Naka Karuizawa Sta. 2313m / Italian

Enjoy Shinshu ingredients and Italian regional cuisine in a lush, nature-filled house. Experience breathtaking views from our special terrace seating, perfect for celebrating special occasions.

3.33

21

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Thursday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Kids menu available

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11MAKIBI

Karuizawa Sta. 575m / Steak, Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Cafeteria

Enjoy wood-fired cuisine in an all-day dining experience surrounded by the nature of Karuizawa ◆ Featuring red meat and sommelier-selected wines.

3.09

25

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

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12Jukusei Wagyu Yakiniku Aging Beef Karuizawa

Karuizawa Sta. 147m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe

Aged meat is delicious! Enjoy Yakiniku even more with freshly cooked rice from a traditional rice cooker and fresh Shinshu vegetables.

3.43

191

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available
Menu with photos

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13Auberge de Primavera

Karuizawa Sta. 744m / French, Auberge

Indulge in the local bounty amidst the beautiful nature of Karuizawa. Enjoy a memorable moment with Karuizawa French cuisine.

3.78

Very good

230

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
Tuesday, Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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14Yasai ga Oishii Restaurant LONGING HOUSE Karuizawa

Karuizawa Sta. 1805m / Dining bar, French, Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine)

3.48

377

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Kids menu available
Vegetarian options

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15Tako Azabu Karuizawa

Naka Karuizawa Sta. 376m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Bar

Just a 3-minute walk from Nakakaruizawa Station, enjoy affordable drinks and food at this casual izakaya!

3.05

8

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

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16Yasai ga Oishii Dining LONGING HOUSE Kyukaruizawa

Karuizawa Sta. 1593m / Baru (Spanish style bar)

Reservation Guidelines

3.28

21

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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17Wagyu Teppanyaki Okini

Naka Karuizawa Sta. 501m / Teppanyaki, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

Just 5 minutes from Nakakaruizawa Station! Enjoy a private space featuring exquisite Kobe beef and a delightful dashi feast. Perfect for special occasions.

3.00

3

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Monday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available

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18Wine Sakaba LONGING HOUSE Karuizawa

Karuizawa Sta. 1823m / Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Dining bar, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Wine Tavern.

3.38

64

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Children welcome

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19Tonkatsu Imai Sakudaira ten

Iwamurada Sta. 380m / Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Curry

Just 5 minutes by car from the station! Enjoy our exquisite fillet katsu and famous clay pot rice. Our all-you-can-drink course is perfect for various gatherings in Sakudaira.

3.27

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