Welcome to our Restaurant, Cafe & Bar Guide
Nozawa Onsen: A Food Lover’s Paradise
Nozawa Onsen has one of the best village atmospheres of any ski resort in Japan. This charming, historic farming village offers more than just amazing skiing. With fresh local produce and restaurants that serve locals year-round, you can enjoy a delicious meal from around 1,500 yen—making it easy to eat out every night and discover plenty of unique local flavors.
While you’re in Nozawa, don’t miss trying an Onsen Egg—eggs gently boiled in the natural hot springs. Another local favorite is Nozawa-na, a pickled leaf vegetable unique to the village. Every family has their own recipe, making it a true taste of home. You’ll often find it served as a complimentary side dish in local restaurants. As you stroll down the main street, Oyu Dori, be sure to sample other local specialties like Oyaki—steamed buns kept warm in wooden boxes, perfect for a chilly day.
Browse Restaurants in Nozawa Onsen
Nozawa is full of cozy eateries, mountain restaurants, and quaint bars. While we can’t list them all, we’d love to share some of our favorites—some marked on the map, others local secrets. Be sure to ask our staff for recommendations!
Explore the village’s many restaurants—some may look closed, but don’t be shy; locals will warmly welcome you. Most places close one night a week, so if one’s closed, try again another day. Many menus include English and Japanese to help visitors enjoy the local flavors.
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Restaurants with 0nline Booking Service
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All Restaurants
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Takeaway
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On the slopes
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Cafe
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Bars
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Karaoke
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Vegetarian
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Gluten free options
Here are couple of phrases that may help with your dining experience:
- Please: Kudasai
- Thank You: Arigatou
- Bon Apetit: Itadakimasu
- Delicious: Oishii
- Food: Tabemono
- Drink: Nomimono
- One: Hitotsu
- Two: Futatsu
- Three: Mittsu
At the end of the meal it is always polite to say – Gochisosama.
Also some hand tips on how to get into your favourites; Restaurant Tips Nozawa Onsen