Hatoguruma Kawabata For any vegetarians or vegans, Hatoguruma is a hidden gem! They offer set dinners for ¥2000 per person, and the food is all vegetarian (or vegan on request). The incredibly welcoming local family make all their meals from local produce! However, reservations do need to be made one day prior. The family speak little English so if you need help making a reservation please ask any of our Japanese speaking staff. It can be difficult to find food that caters to vegetarians, vegans, and people with dietary needs in general in Japan. However, awareness has increased significantly even in the small town of Nozawa Onsen, and you’ll be happy to hear that there are now plenty of […]
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Restaurant of the Day: Hamacho Sushi
Hamacho Sushi The Plug: Sushi, what usually comes to mind when one thinks of Japanese cuisine. There is far more to Japanese food than Sushi, but a trip to Japan would just not be complete without it. Hamacho (not to be confused with Himecho, a karaoke bar which we’ll discuss on another ocassion) does some of the best Sushi and Sashimi, with a chef who takes a great deal of pride in his work. He’s always smiling and will do his best to have a chat in Japanese/English. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, offering both bar seating and Tatami mat seating. The restaurant is fairly small and doesn’t take bookings, so it’s best to pick a quieter day. Location: […]
Restaurant of the Day: Hakunamatata
Hakunamatata! Delicious bar with Osaka Style cuisine, with a Western influence. Name: Hakunamatata The Plug: Wooden paneled, American-feel with a father and son team serving cocktails and great Japanese snack food. During the high season, they also do large meals including steak and salad and crumbed pork cutlets. Type: Osaka cuisine- kushi-katsu (deep fried skewers), okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), yakisoba (stir-fry noodles) and more. Location: On the main traffic road, down hill from the post office. D7 on our town map. Open Hours: 6-11pm Reservations: yes Phone number:0269-67-0669 English: yes Vegetarian: yes Takeaway: yes Card Payment: No Smoking: No Check out this restaurant and many others on our free restaurant and bar guide https://www.nozawaholidays.com/town-map/
Restaurant of the Day: Fortissimo
Fortissimo At Fortissimo, you will be given food straight from the living room of the postman’s wife! The Plug: Cosy, family run little restaurant hidden down a side street. Hard to find but worth the effort! Make yourself comfortable in front of the wood fire while you wait for your great value multi-course set lunch starting at 800yen! Location: D6, just up from the post office towards the main street, down a driveway on the left Type: Japanese & Western set meals House Specialty: Sweet fried bread! It is amazing. Average price per dish: 800-100 Yen Open Hours: lunch times when she wants to open Reservations: No English: yes BYO: no Card Payment: No Smoking: No Check out this restaurant […]
Restaurant of the Day: The Corner Steak house
The Corner Steakhouse Fancy a juicy steak or a delicious hamburger? The Plug: Amongst all the fantastic Japanese cuisine that Nozawa Onsen has to offer, there are also some great western styled restaurants around. Although a little pricier than some places, The Corner Steakhouse cooks quality burgers and steak that will be as satisfying as a relaxing Onsen after a long day on the slopes. They cook a few different styles of burgers all which come with hot chips, and the steak is sure to be a treat if you choose to indulge. There is also an upstairs Cigar bar open from 10pm for something different. Location: E5 – A bit lower down from the main street next to Wanryu […]