Kamado Rice Mikuriya
A Japanese restaurant in a renovated farmhouse in south Karuizawa, where the star is freshly cooked Gorobei rice from a traditional kamado stove. Open from 7:15 AM. Reservation-only since April 2025 (bookable via HotPepper Gourmet). Many visitors travel from afar just for 'fluffy, sweet rice that's unlike anything else.' Tabelog 3.74 / 600+ reviews.
"The sweetness of kamado-cooked rice is shocking. Even with simple sides, rice is the star." "I never knew breakfast could make me this happy. I stop by every time I'm in Karuizawa." "Terrace seating is dog-friendly too. The view and rice are both perfect."