9 delicious gourmet dishes loved by locals! A guide to recommended restaurants in Hokuto City , Yamanashi Prefecture
Hokuto City , Yamanashi Prefecture , is located about two hours from Tokyo and offers views of Mount Fuji . We've carefully selected some recommended restaurants to make your trip even more memorable, from exquisite gourmet favorites among locals to popular spots on social media. Use this guide to enjoy a gourmet trip that will satisfy both your stomach and your heart.
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It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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Hokuto City in Yamanashi Prefecture is not just about beautiful nature!
This time, we will introduce a carefully selected list of recommended restaurants that will add color to your travel memories, from exquisite gourmet food loved by locals to popular restaurants on social media.
If you read this article, your trip to Hokuto is sure to be more delicious and enjoyable!
Last time, we shared a post summarizing accommodation options, but this time we'll be taking a closer look at another fun aspect of travel: food .
We have selected delicious, convenient and memorable options for your trip to Hokuto City, from the first bite to the last.
Be sure to save this article and use it as a reference for your next gourmet trip!
[Past article] Hokuto City's recommended accommodation guide is here
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Table of Contents
- Tajimaya Konosuke | Enjoy fresh Wagyu beef from our own farm with Thai staff
- Moegi-no-Mura ROCK | World-renowned craft beer and specialty curry
- Koma丨Healthy yet satisfying! A new type of plant-based meat
- Seisenryo Main Building Restaurant | Lunch with a spectacular view of Mount Fuji and the famous soft serve ice cream
- Taisin Shichiken Restaurant | Enjoy Japanese cuisine made with koji and sake
- Mount Yatsugatake Select Sennoya | Enjoy "mother's cooking" at home
- Spoon Garden Sudama Branch | A tea-free cafe that's like a "tea surprise"
- Sandai Campus Showa no Sato Showakan Delicious School | Nostalgic "School Lunch"
- Mugi no Mori | Made with famous spring water! Exquisitely chewy, hand-made udon noodles
- summary
Tajimaya Konosuke | Enjoy fresh Wagyu beef from our own farm with Thai staff
A popular charcoal grilled yakiniku restaurant that has been loved in Hokuto City for over 25 years.
The biggest attraction of this restaurant is that it owns its own Wagyu beef ranch.
Because it is served without being frozen, you can enjoy high-quality Wagyu beef that is full of flavor and becomes more fragrant every time it is grilled.
Not only the meat, but also the rice and vegetables are sourced from local farmers, so you can fully enjoy the rich bounty of Hokuto.
I recommend this place!
The restaurant employs Thai staff , so tourists from Thailand can enjoy their meals with peace of mind.
What's more, it's truly miraculous that you can enjoy Wagyu beef of this quality at an affordable price that would be unthinkable in Tokyo!
Lunchtime is especially great value , so if you're a meat lover, you won't regret it.
Store Information
Business hours : 11:30-, 17:00-22:00
Official website : https://www.tajimaya81.net/
Menu : https://www.tajimaya81.net/menu/
Moegi-no-Mura ROCK | World-renowned craft beer and specialty curry
ROCK is a long-established restaurant that represents Kiyosato.
The secret to its continued popularity for over 50 years lies in its signature dish, the rich " ROCK Beef Curry ."
The roux is simmered slowly for a long time, giving it a rich flavor, and the tender meat that crumbles easily in your mouth is truly delicious.
This may be the richest curry I've ever eaten!
I recommend this place!
Be sure to try the award-winning Mount Yatsugatake Beer Touchdown , brewed with natural underground water, with your curry.
The perfect combination will surely create unforgettable memories of your trip.
It's very filling, so if you have a small appetite, we recommend the half size !
Store Information
Business hours : 11:00-21:00
Official website : https://www.moeginomura.co.jp/establishment/moeginomura-rock/
Menu : https://my.ebook5.net/rock-1971/rockmenu/
Koma丨Healthy yet satisfying! A new type of plant-based meat
Located in Hakushu-cho , Hokuto City, this health-conscious deli and cafe serves meals that are good for both the body and mind.
It features fresh local ingredients and homemade " fresh soy meat " made using techniques from the Japanese confectionery shop "Kinseiken."
It has the texture and taste of meat, but is also healthy.
Highly recommended for organic and health-conscious people .
The recommended menu item is the "lunch plate."
Choose one main dish and two deli salads. The main dish changes daily and can be a curry or soup made with fresh soy meat and organic vegetables.
I recommend this place!
You'll be surprised at how satisfying it is, considering it's meat-free.
Why not enjoy a lunch that allows you to fully experience the rich bounty of the region, surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Minami Alps and Mount Yatsugatake?
Store Information
Hours : Eat-in 11:30-16:00, Take-out 11:30-17:00
Closed : Sundays and Mondays (open both days if Monday is a public holiday)
Official website : https://koma-hakushu.jp/
Seisenryo Main Building Restaurant | Lunch with a spectacular view of Mount Fuji and the famous soft serve ice cream
This lunch-only restaurant offers a classic and relaxing atmosphere in the refreshing air of the Kiyosato Takaharu.
You can enjoy dishes lovingly prepared by the chef, such as the carefully hand-made special stewed hamburger steak and traditional curry that exquisitely blends the sweetness of Wagyu beef with the sourness of fruit.
I recommend this place!
You can even see Mount Fuji from inside the store!
Enjoying a meal while admiring the beautiful scenery will be a wonderful memory of your trip.
After your meal, you can enjoy dessert with Seisen Ryoku's famous soft serve ice cream.
There may be long lines on weekends and during holidays, so it's recommended to go with plenty of time .
Store Information
Business hours : 11:30-15:00
Official website : https://seisenryo.jp/spots/honkan/h-restaurant/
Taisin Shichiken Restaurant | Enjoy Japanese cuisine made with koji and sake
A Japanese restaurant that makes use of koji, a traditional Japanese seasoning.
*Koji is a fungus that is the basis of traditional Japanese fermented foods, and is said to be the "heart of fermentation," essential for the fermentation of various Japanese dishes such as soy sauce, miso, sake, and pickles.
Using koji adds a deep, rich flavor to the dish, making it healthy for your body.
The restaurant is housed in a renovated traditional Japanese house that is over 200 years old, and has a nostalgic, retro atmosphere where you can enjoy your meal in a relaxing space.
I recommend this place!
It is run by the same group as the sake brewery "Shichiken," so you can enjoy excellent local sake with your meal.
The lunch sets don't have a Toyotomi variety, but you'll be sure to be satisfied with the mellow, deep flavor that you won't find anywhere else.
The menu includes dishes using fish, pork, beef, and other meats, making it easy for Thai people to eat .
Store Information
Business hours : 11:30-15:00
Closed : Tuesdays
Official website : https://www.sake-shichiken.co.jp/brewery
Menu : https://www.sake-shichiken.co.jp/kura/menu.pdf
Mount Yatsugatake Select Sennoya | Enjoy "mother's cooking" at home
A restaurant and shop that opened in August 2023 and values local ingredients.
The Japanese-style set meals, made with seasonal ingredients, have a gentle flavor that is reminiscent of "rice made by mother."
You can enjoy a well-balanced lunch set that includes rice, a main dish, miso soup, dessert, and a seasonal side dish.
I recommend this place!
The menu isn't extensive, but you can choose between meat or fish dishes, and the menu changes with the seasons, so you'll be able to discover different flavors no matter how many times you visit.
Even if you don't eat lunch, you can enjoy looking for souvenirs in the attached shop.
There is a Toyotomi selection of carefully selected foods and miscellaneous goods from local producers, allowing you to take home the unique charm of Hokuto City.
Store Information
Opening hours : Restaurant 11:00-13:30, Shop 11:00-16:30
Closed : Wednesdays and Thursdays
Official website : https://sennoya-yatsugatake.com/
Spoon Garden Sudama Branch | A tea-free cafe that's like a "tea surprise"
A cafe near Sudama IC where you can enjoy lunch and dinner.
The biggest attraction is the " Tea Free Set, " which allows you to enjoy as much flavored tea as you like, including "Mlesna Tea," a high-quality black tea from Sri Lanka.
The tea served by the staff one after another is like a tea surprise, as you never know what flavor or temperature (hot or iced) it will have!
Enjoy a fun drinking and delicious eating experience.
I recommend this place!
There is a wide variety of food on offer, including pizza, healthy steamed vegetable sets, and pancakes.
We recommend ordering a variety of dishes and sharing them with everyone !
The rice and vegetables used are organically grown by local farmers, so they are good for your body and you can enjoy the bounty of nature.
This cozy cafe is perfect for those who want to relax and enjoy the spacious seating without worrying about time .
Store Information
Opening hours : Lunch 12:00-15:00, Cafe time 15:00-17:00, Dinner 17:00-20:30
Official website : https://www.tr-spoon.com/sutama
Menu : https://www.tr-spoon.com/sutama-menu
Sandai Campus Showa no Sato Showakan Delicious School | Nostalgic "School Lunch"
This is a special experience spot where you can enjoy a heartwarming "school lunch" in a classroom in a retro wooden school building from the Showa.
You can sit at the wooden desks and chairs that were actually used at an elementary school that closed in the Showa, and enjoy nostalgic school lunches served on anodized aluminum trays.
Standard menu items include curry rice, stew and bread , and bottled milk , which could be described as the "taste of school."
The school lunches, which are made with locally sourced ingredients and have a good nutritional balance, can be enjoyed by both adults and children.
I recommend this place!
This unique experience is sure to be a memorable memory of your trip.
If you visit in spring, the rows of cherry blossom trees in full bloom will decorate the buildings, making for an even more beautiful view.
It's a rare experience that will make you feel like you've traveled back in time to your childhood.
Store Information
Business hours : 11:30-14:30, 17:30-20:00
Closed : Wednesdays
Official website : http://www.oec-net.ne.jp/kyusyoku.html
Mugi no Mori | Made with famous spring water! Exquisitely chewy, hand-made udon noodles
This restaurant is proud of its chewy and firm noodles, which are made by hand using groundwater from the Minami Alps and Mount Yatsugatake(one of Japan's 100 famous springs) and letting it sit overnight.
The clear, mild-tasting, additive-free broth, steeped overnight in water, is also delicious.
This is the perfect place for health-conscious people and those who love authentic udon .
The restaurant has counter seats, table seats, and tatami seating, making it suitable for a wide range of customers, from individuals to couples, families, and groups .
I recommend this place!
Not only the noodles, but the tempura is also excellent , well seasoned and very filling.
They are open for dinner on weekends and offer a buffet of side dishes.
It is conveniently located near Sudama IC . The parking lot is spacious and safe .
Store Information
Opening hours : Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11:00-14:30, Saturday and Sunday 10:30-15:00/17:00-21:00
Closed : Mondays and Tuesdays
Official website : https://muginomori.com/
summary
Hokuto City is not only blessed with beautiful nature, but also with delicious food made with love.
In particular, I have personally eaten at all of the places I have carefully selected this time, so I can confidently recommend them!
So why not start your unforgettable food journey in Hokuto City?
It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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