Chardonnay
Their homemade Quiche Loraine (Quiche Chardonnay-style 1,200 yen) is prepared with pie crust topped with onions, mushrooms, and ham covered with cheese. Solid cheese is cooked at the table and sampled with vegetables on a spatula for their other specialty Lacroinette. These dishes and other homemade cheese entrees are popular among the patrons. Their homemade cheesecake (700 yen with coffee) is highly recommended. Meals are served with complimentary wine. Occasionally, violin concerts and ceramic exhibits are held at this restaurant which is frequented by artists. The pottery and vines that decorate the interior are in good taste. A place with artistic atmosphere.
Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. / closed Tuesdays and every 3rd Monday of the month.

1792-3 Oaza Soga Toko-o, Shiojiri-shi / 0263-52-8703

Izutsu Wine
Grapes grown at Kikyo-ga-hara vineyard situated at 700 meters above sea level are brewed to make delicious wine. Established in 1933, this winery uses different grapes for different brands such as the Concord, Niagara, and Chardonnay. These Shinshu specialties can be sampled. Bottles of vintage wine rest in the basement warehouse.
(Free tour / Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

1298-187 Oaza Soga, Shiojiri-shi / 0263-52-0174

Sanzoku (Bandits)
Japan's only bandit restaurant. Fried chicken in the shape of a palm and the Sanzoku Set (1,400 yen and 1,200 yen) are their recommendations.

7-10-1 Daimon, Shiojiri-shi / 0266-52-0743