La Luce — Restaurant in Karuizawa

The food is fantastic, with everything from the fresh salads to the perfectly cooked pasta and pizza.

I tried the mushroom tomato pasta and the seafood tomato pasta, and both were outstanding. The pasta was cooked to a perfect al dente.

The couple running the restaurant is incredibly warm and welcoming, which adds to the charm of the experience. I enjoyed it so much during lunch that I came back for dinner on the same day!

Lunch has a simple requirement of ordering one entrée and one drink, and it includes a complimentary green salad. Dinner requires an order of one appetizer (which can be shared by two people), one entrée, and one drink per person.

The thoughtful portions and attention to quality make both meals worth it. Highly recommend stopping by for a delicious, authentic...

A homey family run establishment, a special place. The food was delicious and hearty, and they have a good wine selection also. The family owners were kind and accommodating. It was fun to be sitting on the floor in the Japanese style and eating pasta. Made for a memorable night. Definitely don't sleep on this one if you're looking for a more intimate dinner...

We recently had lunch at La Luce and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The food was great, and the staff were exceptionally kind and patient, given that our party did not speak Japanese. Their accommodating service made us feel very welcome. We only wish we had been able to explore more of the menu - and we would absolutely recommend La Luce to...