People gathering in a “beautiful village”
Hospitality with Shinshu food

Novelist Tatsuo Hori called Karuizawa a ``beautiful village'' in his works.
Sonmin-Shokudo, as its name suggests, is a casual dining restaurant that provides delicious hospitality to people visiting the beautiful village of Karuizawa. Enjoy an original menu based on Shinshu's local cuisine in an open space that takes in the greenery and light of the trees. Please feel free to stop by during your stroll.

From Sonmin-Shokudo
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  • Tickets will be issued at the store starting 30 minutes before the store opens.
  • If there are many customers waiting to enter the store, we may close the reception early.

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Recommended menu

Nagano Variety Set Menu

This is the signature dish at Sonmin Shokudo, made with seasonal ingredients. You can enjoy a little bit of each of the dishes, from the main course of beef sukiyaki and Shinshu salmon to the tempura and side dishes that change with the seasons.

Japanese beef hitsumabushi

Luxurious two-colored bowls of tataki and simmered wagyu beef served with three kinds of condiments. To finish off the dish, you can enjoy it until the end by making it ochazuke-style with bonito stock and beef with sesame dressing.

Caesar salad with crunchy lettuce

A visually pleasing Caesar salad made with half a whole head of seasonal lettuce. Cut into crunchy pieces and enjoy with our special dressing.

Grand Menu Information

Business Information

Business hours
11: 00-22: 00 (L.O21: 00)
Phone Number

0267-44-3571

Reservation of seats

We do not accept reservations for the restaurant on the first floor.
We will guide you in order using the ticket machine at the storefront.

The "Seasonal Chef's Choice Menu" on the second floor is by reservation only.
Reservations can be made via the link below ↓
https://www.hoshino-area.jp/news/news-5039/
(Reservation deadline: 8:00 AM on the day of the event)

Number of seats

90 seats

Admission of pets

Only 1 seat available (we will guide you in order)

Wi-Fi

drop-off service

Remarks

There is a restroom inside the store, and children's chairs available.
Baby food (7 months, 9 months, 12 months) 500 yen each

Sonmin-ShokudoFAQ

Can you accommodate allergies?

The contents of the meal cannot be changed, so please ask a member of staff to help you choose a dish that does not contain the allergen. However, we cannot guarantee that the allergen will be removed. Thank you for your understanding.

Can I reserve a seat?

We do not accept reservations for the restaurant on the first floor. Please use the ticket machine at the entrance to be seated in order.
Please note that we cannot accommodate requests for specific dates or times.

The "Seasonal Chef's Choice Menu" on the second floor is by reservation only.
Reservations can be made via the link below ↓
https://www.hoshino-area.jp/news/news-5039/
(Reservation deadline: 8:00 AM on the day of the event)

What should I do if I forget something?

Please contact us via the link below.
https://www.hoshino-area.jp/contact/

Are pets allowed inside the store?

This facility is pet-friendly (dogs are welcome).

We only have one seat available inside the restaurant where you can bring your dog.
You will be seated as soon as the designated seat becomes available. Please understand that during busy periods, the order in which you are seated may differ from that of other customers.
*Please note that we do not have terrace seating. Pets are seated under tables or in pet strollers.

Also, please refrain from bringing your dog inside the store.