Nonna Nietta (ノンナ・ニェッタ) — Restaurant in Tsukuba

Authentic Italian cuisine in Japan run by a young couple. It’s definitely worth the drive or train trip from Tokyo or anywhere in Japan! The chef studied in Italy and worked at different restaurants there so you’ll be expecting to taste something straight from Italy and not some fusion to fit the tastebuds of the locals. The pasta are freshly kneaded before the meal and you can see them being prepared. The ham and cheese are also made from scratch. The interior also gives the feeling like you’re being transported to Italy. All of the furnitures, some antiques and memorabilia were imported from Italy. The wife of the chef who serves the food is very friendly and attentive. The dishes were amazing and can’t really find any wrong with them. If you’re planning to come here, be sure to make a reservation because they can be busy at times and they have to prepare the food beforehand in order to keep everything fresh. Definitely worth every...

I am an Italian researcher who lives and works in Tsukuba. I have tried some of their dishes and I must say they have been excellent. This is true quality Italian cuisine. A big plus: the chef prepares hand-made pasta every day!

The place is very nice and it really looks like being in some part of Italy.

Both the chef and his wife are very kind nice and helpful.

I recommend everyone to go and try their cuisine, truly a little corner of...

We came here for our Anniversary. The chef was very welcoming and after dinner we had a nice chat. This place has a very warm European atmosphere and the food was simply amazing. As the menu changes due to seasons and availability there is no need to worry. You will not be disappointed. Come and eat well. The food here is...