On Jan 11, 2026, after skiing at Snow Resort Romance no Kamisama (formerly Kijimadaira Ski Resort), we went to the main base restaurant for lunch—but it was packed. So we crossed the road and found Bistro Harajuku, a cozy, old-school diner attached to a pension. It’s a great option if you want a warm, filling meal without long lines.
1) Location & Why It’s Useful
Bistro Harajuku is located right across from the lifts (opposite side from the main resort restaurant). It’s a pension building with a small diner, and non-guests can also eat here. If the base restaurant is crowded on weekends, this place can save your lunch time.
Quick Info
- Name: Bistro Harajuku (Pension Bistro Harajuku – Diner)
- Area: Kamikijima, Kijimadaira Village, Nagano (near the slopes)
- Access: A short walk from the Romance no Kamisama slopes (across from the lift)
- Hours: Please confirm on-site (lunch-time operation)
2) Menu (with Prices)
There’s a handwritten menu board inside. Prices are very reasonable for a ski resort lunch: about ¥750–¥1,200.
Main Dishes (Rice bowls & Set meals)
- Rice: ¥300
- Gyudon (Beef Bowl): ¥900
- Yakitori Bowl: ¥900
- Curry Rice: ¥900
- Hamburg Steak Set: ¥1,000
- Tonkatsu Set: ¥1,100
- Katsu Curry: ¥1,200
Noodles
- Yakisoba: ¥750
- Vegetable Ramen: ¥850
- Shoyu Ramen: ¥800
Drinks / Small items
- Coffee: ¥350
- Pickles: ¥200
- Sake: ¥400
- Bottled Beer: ¥700
- Draft Beer (Small): ¥500
- Draft Beer (Medium): ¥700
3) What We Ordered (Family of 5)
- Vegetable Ramen (¥850) – lots of vegetables and very comforting
- Gyudon (¥900) – filling and satisfying
- Katsu Curry (¥1,200) – classic ski lunch; crispy katsu was great
- Shoyu Ramen (¥800) – simple, old-school taste
Everything tasted like classic Japanese comfort food—warm, simple, and homemade. It didn’t feel like a chain restaurant at all, which made it even better.
4) Nice Surprise: Order Beer and Get Nozawana Pickles
When we ordered beer, they served Nozawana (local Nagano pickles) for free. It’s a small touch, but it made the meal feel special—and it pairs perfectly with beer.
5) Atmosphere
The diner has an old-school, cozy vibe—more like a local cafeteria than a big ski resort food court. You order at the counter and wait at your table. Even when the base restaurant is busy, this place felt relaxed and comfortable for families.
6) Summary: Who Should Eat Here?
Why we recommend Bistro Harajuku
- Great backup lunch when the main resort restaurant is crowded
- Affordable for a ski lunch (about ¥750–¥1,200)
- Classic comfort food: ramen, curry, rice bowls
- Relaxed atmosphere and family-friendly
- Super convenient location (right by the slopes)
Recommended for:
- People who want to avoid lunch lines at the main base restaurant
- Families who want a calmer place to eat
- Anyone who loves simple, old-school Japanese diner food
Related Links
- Kijimadaira Ski Resort Complete Guide (English)
- Kijimadaira 3-Day Trip Report (English)
- Japanese version of this article
Visit date: 2026-01-11
Last updated: 2026-01-19