GELATERIA Albero.

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Yamaki fruit Farm opened this homemade gelato shop in 2010. The shop showcases a constant selection of 20 original homemade gelato flavours, utilising seasonal ingredients. These include locally sourced products such as Kitakaruizawa milk from Gunma Prefecture, alongside fruits and vegetables harvested from the farm itself.

Opening hours: 10:00-19:00

No holidays

https://www.yamakifarm.com/albero

Mikumano

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Mikumano is a Japanese restaurant located within the View Hotel, a 20-minute walk from Takasaki Station. It offers a tranquil suitable for gatherings of large groups and is frequently used for family reunions and celebrations.

Opening hours: 11:30-15:00 / 17:00-22:00

Closed on Mondays / Irregular holidays. Check the instagram

Pricing: from ¥2,310 (Lunch)

https://www.mikumano.jp/

DINING SALUTE

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A 15-minute walk from Takasaki Station, it is conveniently located near Takasaki Arts Theatre and G-Messe. They serve delicious Italian cuisine at reasonable prices.

Opening hours: 11:00-14:00 / 17:30-21:00

Closed on Mondays and Irregular holidays. Check the website.

https://www.instagram.com/diningsalute/

Cafe Takasaki JIMAN

Cafe Takasaki Jiman is conveniently located within the OPA shopping mall, just a 2-minute walk from Takasaki Station. It serves a variety of dishes and desserts made with local ingredients, among them Takasaki soul food “YAKIMANJYU” (skewered steamed buns coated with sweetened miso), all at reasonable prices. The cafe’s sister shop is located on the mall’s first floor.

Opening hours: 11:00-23:00

Closed on OPA holidays

Pricing: from ¥880 Lunch

http://cafetj.com/

Brasil Grill

Conveniently located within walking distance of Takasaki station, this lively restaurant serves delicious and authentic Brazilian cuisine and is run by Brazilian staff. The mixed churrasco is especially recommended.

Opening hours: 11:30-14:00 (Tue-Fri) / 18:00-22:00, 18:00-23:00 (Fri & Sat)

Closed on Sundays and Mondays

Pricing: around ¥3,000 Dinner

https://www.dan-b.com/brazilgrill/

Renjaku Aun

Renjaku aun is a stylish cafe/shop in central Takasaki city. Newly opened in 2023, it sells take-out lunches, drinks (including beer), and local vegetables. The fried horse mackerel sandwich is delicious and highly recommended.

Opening hours: 10:00-19:00

Closed on Wednesdays

Pricing: from ¥780, Sandwitch Box

Take Out (Bento Box) is available.

https://www.instagram.com/renjaku_aun/

Mokumoku

Mokumoku (literally “fluffy”) is a cafe in Nankomaki Village in Gunma’s Kanra district, and offers light meals made with local ingredients. It also sells Ugandan coffee.
Nanmoku Village is an area rich in nature, with camping sites and hiking spots.

Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 Saturday to Monday only

Closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays

https://www.facebook.com/mokumoku.nanmoku/

Chotto Shita Cafe

The name of “Chotto Shita Cafe” means “cafe of little something”. Located in a renovated private house, it serves handmade, wholesome meals and sweets. It is found in the nature-rich Nanmoku village, and is a great place to spend some quiet, relaxing time.

Opening hours: 11:00-15:00

Closed on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays

Pricing: from ¥950 Lunch Plate

http://nanmoku.patieco.com/

Pompette

Pompette is a wine bar within a short walk of Takasaki station. It serves mainly French wines, cheese and bistro dishes with vegetables harvested from local farm. The sommelier will help you choose the best wine to match your chosen dish from its well stocked wine cellar.

Opening hours: 17:00-01:00

Closed on Tuesdays

Pricing: Appropriately expensive

https://www.instagram.com/pompette_takasaki/

Takasaki KouenTei / Queen’s Garden

Takasaki Kouen Tei (literally “park harbour”) is a small Russian restaurant located at the south entrance of Takasaki Park, specializing in borscht and jarred mushrooms. The restaurant has just two tables, giving it the atmosphere of a private space, from where you can look out at the park to a soundtrack of chirping birds.

Opening hours: 11:30-14:30 / 16:00-21:00

Irregular holidays

Due to the limited number of seats, reservation is recommended.

Pricing: ¥1,850 Lunch Course

Take Out is available.

https://www.dan-b.com/kouentei/