Restaurant

Gunma Herbs (Indian curry restaurant)

Gunma Herbs has two restaurants in Takasaki; its established Yachiyo-machi location and the recently opened, more central Miyamoto-cho branch which is just 700m from Takasaki station, opposite the well known Suzuran department store.

The restaurants serve a wide range of authentic Indian dishes, and can accommodate less adventurous guests (e.g. fussy children) with pasta and hamburgers. Prices are very reasonable and the menu includes vegetarian-friendly selections. Most dishes include dairy ingredients however, so vegans should enquire before ordering.

The larger Yachiyo-machi branch offers three seating options (tatami, raised tatami and conventional chairs and tables).

Opening hours: 11:00-15:00(Lunch) 17:00-22:00(Dinner)

Closed on Wednesdays (Yachiyo-machi) / Saturdays (Miyamoto-cho)

Pricing: from ¥780 Lunch Set

https://www.dan-b.com/gunmaherbs1/

https://tabelog.com/gunma/A1001/A100102/10022609/

SALLY TABLE

A spacious, trendy restaurant serving health-conscious, part-organic food in a relaxed atmosphere. The lunch menu includes a vegetarian dish.

Opening hours: 11:00-22:30 (LO.21:30)

Closed on Tuesdays

Pricing: ¥990 Lunch Plate

https://www.sally-restaurant.com/

Shinkichi Jozojo (Brewery & Bar)

Shinkichi Jozojo brews, serves and sells a variety of distinctive and delicious local craft beer. A selection of light meals, snacks and sweets is available.

Opening hours: 12:00-21:00 on Mondays and Fridays / 12:00-19:00 on Saturdays and Sundays

Closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Pricing: from ¥600 a glass of beer

Take Out (bottled beer) is available.

https://www.instagram.com/shinkichibrewery/

Oitette

Oitette is a cozy, local restaurant serving health concious food, such as handmade cheese burgers, pork and chicken plates served with brown rice and salad.

Vegetarians and vegans can be accommodated. A selection of homemade cookies, scones, muffins and other cakes are also available.

The staff can speak English to a good level.

Opening hours: 11:00-16:00 11:00-21:00(Only on Saturday)

Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

Pricing: from ¥1,000 Lunch plate

https://www.oitette.com/

Hōshi Onsen

Hōshi Onsen is a traditional hot spring in the mountains of Minakami. There are three baths, the largest of which is for mixed bathing. The onsen is of the type known as “hitou”, a Japanese term meaning “secret hot spring”.

One-day hot spring and lunch is available.

http://www.hoshi-onsen.com/

Restaurant Ishida

Restaurant Ishida is a French establishment at the foot of Kannon-yama. It is ideal for special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays.

Opening hours: 11:30-14:30 18:00-22:00

Closed on Thursdays

Reservation is recommended.

Pricing: from ¥3,900 Lunch Course / from ¥7,700 Dinner Course

https://r-ishida.owst.jp/

GRASSA

A popular handcrafted pasta restaurant that originated in Portland, Oregon, USA. It serves a wide variety of creative pasta dishes, sandwiches and desserts.

Opening hours: 11:30-14:00, 18:00-21:00

Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

Pricing: from ¥1,100 for a lunch set, from ¥1,500 for dinner with appetizer

Take Out is available.

https://www.snoutinc.com/

ICHIRODO cafe

Japanese home style cuisine on Kannonyama, near Byakui kannon statue. The woodland setting adds charm and character.

Opening hours: 10:30-16:30

Closed on Thursdays, Fridays and over New Year

This restaurant is popular, reservation is recommended.

Pricing: from ¥1,300 for lunch

https://www.facebook.com/ichirodoucafe

Kashigi

Kashigi is a quiet and sophisticated restaurant with unique and delicious Japanese cuisine. It is a luxury venue suitable for special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays, or a business dinner.

Opening hours: 17:00-24:00

Closed on Sundays

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

Pricing: from ¥5,000 for A la carte dinner (w/o tax)

https://www.facebook.com/kashigi.takasaki/