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Tannentei
A long-established café just steps from Karuizawa Station, known for its cold-brew coffee and signature chocolate cake.
Founded in 1978, Tannentei is a long-established café located just a 2-minute walk from JR Karuizawa Station. Known for its meticulously brewed coffee and original desserts, this cozy spot has earned a reputation for its dedication to quality.
One of its signature offerings is the Cold Brew Iced Coffee, made using spring water from Shiraito Falls, a famous local sightseeing spot. The coffee is carefully extracted over 8 to 10 hours using a specialized drip method, resulting in a smooth, refined taste with a rich aroma and no bitterness—a brew you’ll want to savor again and again.
For the perfect pairing, try the house-made Chocolate Cake. Unlike traditional baked cakes, this oven-free creation boasts a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an irresistibly smooth, velvety flavor.
The café also features a terrace area surrounded by azaleas, which has been used as a filming location for movies and dramas. Here, guests can relax and enjoy their coffee and cake while immersing themselves in Karuizawa’s serene natural surroundings.
Highlights
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A long-established café founded in 1978.
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Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from JR Karuizawa Station.
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Known for its Cold Brew Iced Coffee, made using spring water from Shiraito Falls and carefully extracted over time for a smooth, rich flavor.
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The signature Chocolate Cake, made without an oven, features a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
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The terrace seating, surrounded by azaleas, has even been used as a filming location for movies and dramas.
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A chic exterior reminiscent of European streetscapes.
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In winter, the large central fireplace inside the café is filled with crackling firewood.
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The Cold Brew Iced Coffee is served in a copper cup, enhancing its rich flavor.
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The Chocolate Cake comes beautifully plated with a side of whipped cream.
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The terrace seating is surrounded by vibrant azaleas in full bloom from late April to mid-May.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
Yes, we have an English menu and menu with pictures.
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Do you serve vegetarian menus?
No
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Can I take photos of the food?
Yes, food photography is allowed, but taking pictures of the menu is not permitted.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 旦念亭
- Postal Code
- 389-0104
- Address
- 4-2 Karuizawahigashi, Karuizawamachi, Kitasakugun, Nagano
- Telephone
- 0267-42-5616
- Closed
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Wednesdays（open if National holiday）
*No holidays during Golden Week (GW), Silver Week (SW), and August - Business Hours
- 9:00am - 7:00pm（GW, SW, July to September 8:00am - 6:00pm）
- Budget
- 700yen and up
- Access
- Approx. 2-minute walk from JR Karuizawa Station
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)